“Ok, let’s go somewhere else.” Did that group of four women just leave the area at the very moment I arrived? Holy, shit! My worst fear has finally manifested! And it only took 35 damn years. Of course, my first reaction was to second guess my recent actions...Was it the F bomb I dropped a … Continue reading You Got This!
Month: August 2021
Sculpture
Recently I began feeling like a sculptor. I suck at ceramics, but hear me out. Sometimes when I write I feel like I am not creating an idea, rather giving an already-created idea a space for expression. Molding an idea that already exists out of its amorphous surroundings.
Jewish life = Tetris
Fitting in Jewish holidays to a full-time job is hard. We have to save PTO for it, which means fewer days on the beach—unless you're smart and go away to a beach for the holiday! (Preferably one with a nearby synagogue.) Jewish life is fitting together multiple pieces of a puzzle. Sometimes it doesn’t fit. … Continue reading Jewish life = Tetris
Part 2 – The Antidote
What is an antidote to forcing food down or other methods of numbing emotions? Self-forgiveness Self-compassion Acceptance of what is Instead of pushing it down And/or running away from it Carrying oneself with dignity and self-love Even when times are hard On Shabbat, G-d invites us to step away from all the distractions. I used … Continue reading Part 2 – The Antidote
Conscious Cleanse: Food
It's culturally acceptable to use food to numb our emotions. But to take a day off for a mental health day? What?! To make weird jokes that are rooted in pain and remorse? Nah! Keep it all inside. Don't let your real shit shine through. But go into your office and scarf down as many … Continue reading Conscious Cleanse: Food
If-Only Child
My uncle told me yesterday that after you have a child, your love for everyone else pales in comparison. His first, and, at the time, only child was taken by a freak volcano accident 21 years ago. I always listen astutely to his thoughts on life, knowing how much wisdom (and, unfortunately, pain) my uncle … Continue reading If-Only Child
Humans Are Complex
Recently I’ve been mulling over my decade of decadence. Was it all that decadent? No! But how could I resist the wordplay?! This evening I helped a friend by sending her all the information I had received about an upcoming camp program. She was very grateful. As in my nutrition career, it gives me great … Continue reading Humans Are Complex
I’ll Say It And I’ll Say It Again
After 10 years of writing, a few months ago I realized something. We have to tell our stories more than once. Like many times. I was always so frustrated that I would write something impactful and wouldn't get a response. Like, something I had personally gone through and learned a lesson from. If a tree … Continue reading I’ll Say It And I’ll Say It Again
Mornings Are Mine
Last week, I blogged about my early mornings, as well as my self-expression and creative outlets. Truth is, my greatest creativity comes in the early morning! The first time I was introduced to the concept of waking up at 5 am was when I read Don't Sweat the Small Stuff... by Richard Carlson, PhD. I … Continue reading Mornings Are Mine
Mindful Nuggets 