By Mindy Rubenstein Photo: Me last year praying with other women at the burial site of Mama Rachel. Read that article here: Jewish Women Today marks the yahrtzeit, or anniversary, of Rachel Imeinu’s passing. Rachel, our mother, carried her own profound pain, longing, and unfulfilled love, yet she’s remembered for her boundless compassion, still advocating … Continue reading When the Pain Feels Overwhelming: Finding Real Ways to Cope
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Rosh Hashanah: We Don’t Have to Struggle Alone
By Mindy Rubenstein It’s Time to Be Honest with Ourselves and Others As Rosh Hashanah approaches, it’s a time for reflection, renewal, and teshuva—a return to our authentic selves. But this process can uncover emotions we often push aside. Many of us hide our struggles, even from ourselves, masking our pain with a smile and … Continue reading Rosh Hashanah: We Don’t Have to Struggle Alone
Navigating Loneliness: A Journey of Growth and Healing
By Mindy Rubenstein At 47, reflecting on 26 years of marriage reveals a complex tapestry of experiences—many of which are tinged with a profound sense of loneliness. As we navigate our challenges, I find myself grappling with grief over a lifetime spent in emotional solitude. Understanding the Loneliness Living alongside someone for so many years … Continue reading Navigating Loneliness: A Journey of Growth and Healing
Finding Meaning within ADHD, CPTSD, and Intergenerational Trauma Healing
For over 30 years, I've navigated the complexities of ADHD and CPTSD. My journey with these issues started long before I began seeking help, but at 17, I took my first step by utilizing free therapy services at the University of Florida. Since then, I've explored everything from CBT and EMDR to acupuncture and somatic … Continue reading Finding Meaning within ADHD, CPTSD, and Intergenerational Trauma Healing
Embracing Change: Journey from Journalism to Soulful Expression
As a religion journalist and columnist, I found great fulfillment in my work. I wrote and published hundreds of articles and earned a master’s degree, along with a national journalism award for religion writing in the secular media. I had children, lost a baby, and suffered multiple miscarriages while continuing to work in journalism and … Continue reading Embracing Change: Journey from Journalism to Soulful Expression
Prayer through Writing
In our busy lives, especially as Jewish women, we often carry emotional burdens without even realizing it.Shabbat gives us an opportunity to pause, breathe, and replenish our souls.One powerful way to prepare for this special time is through writing—which helps us process our thoughts and feelings, bringing clarity and peace.Writing and journaling can be a … Continue reading Prayer through Writing
Our biggest struggles can become our greatest strengths.
By Mindy Rubenstein Grief is an often misunderstood emotion. It’s not always the result of major life events like the Holocaust or Oct. 7. It can stem from smaller, seemingly insignificant changes and losses.These feelings get trapped inside our bodies, lingering like visitors until we take the time to properly acknowledge them.I have experienced grief … Continue reading Our biggest struggles can become our greatest strengths.
The Healing Power of Therapeutic Narrative Writing
A Path to Recovery for Israelis and Jewish People Worldwide In recent times, Jewish people in Israel around the world have faced intense trauma, from the tragic events of October 7 to the pervasive shadow of anti-Semitism. The pain, both recent and intergenerational, calls for deep healing methods that address not only the psychological but … Continue reading The Healing Power of Therapeutic Narrative Writing
How are you really feeling?
Uncle Bernie asks how it's going. It’s his 85th birthday, and I had emailed him to say hello and send good wishes. He’s across the world in Arizona, and I’m here in Israel. I stared at his question on the screen. How is it going? I answered cheerfully that all is well and sent a … Continue reading How are you really feeling?
Purim Salvation
As a Jewish woman in Israel, especially now during the time of Purim, I work to strengthen my faith—remembering that G-d lovingly orchestrates all aspect of our lives. In a world that often feels random and chaotic, I anchor myself in the trust that Hashem is lovingly guiding every single moment of my existence. Though … Continue reading Purim Salvation
Mindy Morasha 