I used to see my ideas as my own. Inspired by a spiritual realm—but my own, coming to me alone. Now I see how others in my inner and outer circle are going through a journey similar to mine. It makes me feel less like I am promoting my ego when I do something—like a … Continue reading Part of a Movement
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Movement-Based Learning and the Post-Exile Jew
For this past Shabbat I created a movement-based lesson plan for the synagogue youth group I ran. As I was leading the group I realized an older audience would be a better fit for my lesson plan so I stuck to the regular scheduled programming instead—albeit with more movement and interaction on part of the … Continue reading Movement-Based Learning and the Post-Exile Jew
Empowered Life
When my father suddenly passed away. I took two weeks off my college. The second week was to sit shiva, the tradition of morning in the Jewish tradition. When I got back to college, not only did I keep up with my work, but I excelled just as well, if not more. Maybe G-d is … Continue reading Empowered Life
Caring: The Language of the Soul
I've written before about how after an impactful session with a client, I often pause afterward and feel a sense of peace, of stillness. I see this as a very spiritual experience. More spiritual than any feeling I've every gotten from organized group prayer (we all get inspired by different things, I suppose). I see … Continue reading Caring: The Language of the Soul
WAKE UP
WAKE UP To the reality that your purpose is not what you SEE Right in front of you. There's something deeper Some inner truth. Por ejemplo, you know that thing on your to-do list that keeps nagging at you? The challenge is not getting it done. It's trusting yourself in the process. The long, grueling … Continue reading WAKE UP
Super Bowl Hangover: Lessons from Tom Brady
Last week I was on the fence about rooting for Tom Brady or not. After all, give someone else a chance, right? Then I had a conversation with a beloved relative of mine that made me shift mindsets. She said that growing up, Brady wasn't the best; that it was hard work, diligence, and perseverance … Continue reading Super Bowl Hangover: Lessons from Tom Brady
My Grandma Passed Away
Today an era ended—Grandma Edie passed away. She was my step grandmother, but having married my grandfather in the 1970s, she was my grandma my whole life. Grandma Edie was strong—physically: she loved to dance, she took Martha Graham dance classes and actually received a masters from Teachers College in physical education in the 1930s. … Continue reading My Grandma Passed Away
The Sabbath: A National Day of Mindfulness
This afternoon, spending time with my toddler daughter in nature, I started humming to myself. I made up a tune inspired by the greenery and flowers that surrounded me in the beautiful spring weather. I felt so present, so peaceful. And I thought about how these magical moments that I come upon feel like Shabbat: … Continue reading The Sabbath: A National Day of Mindfulness
Opening Ourselves Up, Tapping into Our Reserves
This morning my conditioner ran out. I was about to play slip and slide to retrieve the new one, and then I realized just because pumping it didn't yield anymore, didn't mean it was all gone. I opened up the top and banged it against my palm. I had enough after all! We feel like … Continue reading Opening Ourselves Up, Tapping into Our Reserves
Lessons of Myopia
Often when I do yoga while the kiddoes are napping in the preschool room, I have the following thought: G-d gave me nearsighted vision to remind me NOT to care if others are watching. I can't tell: When I remove my glasses, everyone more than 5-10 feet away looks like a blur to me. The … Continue reading Lessons of Myopia
