In Jewish thought, we often talk about the neshama—the soul—as a divine spark, a breath of God within us. And like God, the soul doesn’t just speak through logic or words. It whispers, nudges, and shines in quiet, often mystical ways. You may have experienced this already: a strong gut feeling, a flash of insight, … Continue reading The Clairs: 7 Ways Your Soul Might Be Speaking to You
By Mindy Rubenstein Seventeen years ago, my husband and I, along with our two oldest kids—then just toddlers—attended our first Shabbat dinner with Chabad. That evening sparked the beginning of our journey toward becoming more religiously observant.Growing up mostly secular, I had so much to learn about Judaism and wanted to do everything right away. … Continue reading Climbing Your Ladder: A Spiritual Journey of Growth and Connection
Transcendental Meditation (TM) can be understood through a Jewish mystical approach by drawing parallels with concepts from the Torah and Kabbalistic teachings. Here's an exploration of TM with a Torah-based perspective. Mantra-Based Meditation and Kavanah In TM, practitioners use a mantra to focus their minds. In Jewish meditation, the concept of kavanah (intention) is central. … Continue reading Jewish Transcendental Meditation
Mindy Morasha 