Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

About the Author

Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Rebbetzin Feige Twerski of Milwaukee, Wisconsin has devoted her life to Jewish education and Outreach, giving lectures worldwide on a myriad of Judaic subjects. She is a mother of 11 children, and many grandchildren whose number she refuses to divulge. She serves as the Rebbetzin along side her husband, Rabbi Michel Twerski, of Congregation Beth Jehudah of Milwaukee.

Rebbetzin Twerski recently published her book, Rebbetzin Feige Responds: A popular and insightful counselor deals with real-life situations.

Celebrating Differences: Tips for Effective...

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A mother of eleven offers her special tips on raising children.

Kids Not Wanted

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Not every couple is fit to have kids. We think we're one of them.

National Pain and Personal Joy

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

How to balance the elation of a new birth, while Jews elsewhere are suffering.

Jewish Mother's Highs and Lows

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A young mother struggles to find daily inspiration in her strange and seemingly mundane role.

The Season of Lilacs

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

My mother achieved the elusive ability to be in touch with true reality, exuding the rare fragrance of self-effacement and singular devotion.

Being Inspired by Judaism

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The search for the inner substance and connection in Jewish life and practice.

Entering the Palace of the King

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The gates are open, but the time is short. How do we merit the privilege of the king's presence?

Soul Mate

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Heaven may provide your soul mate, but it remains our responsibility to make the marriage work.

Marriage Insecurities

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A newly married woman wonders how she rates in her husband's eyes.

Struggling With Overeating

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Mastery over food is a key to self-esteem and true spiritual fulfillment.

Tears in Heaven

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

My personal reflections following the tragic death of our dear son-in-law, Rabbi Eliezer Geldzahler.

Challenges in Becoming Observant

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

My family is very upset with my decision to become religious.

Chanukah Post Sept. 11th

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Regardless of the insecurity, unpredictability, and appearance of hopelessness, as Jews we need to leave tomorrow to God.

On Hair Covering

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A deeper look at the Jewish concept of modesty.

Early Childhood Sibling Rivalry

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Practical advice to a mother with two young children.

A Scratch in the Diamond

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Wrestling with the age old question: Why do bad things happen to good people?

Bridging the Gap

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Fostering harmony between non-religious parents and newly religious kids.

Sibling Rivalry

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

What you can do to ensure family harmony, now and for generations to come.

Embracing Challenge

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The tomb of Rachel reminds us that we are endowed with the ability to overcome adversity and actually change our world.

Parenting Fundamentals

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Four key points every parent needs to keep in mind.

Sensitivity Training

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

How to give others comfort in their time of need.

Bringing the Messiah

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

If the Messiah and redemption has to wait, let us make sure that we are not the ones who are holding up the process.

The Intimate Road

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Mikvah helps to transform the act of intimacy into an act of holiness and the highest expression of husband and wife.

Footwork Versus God's Work

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Wholeness that comes through marriage is best achieved only after one's own self-sufficiency as an independent human being has been established.

The Power Source

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Electrical appliances cannot function if they are not connected to a power source. Neither can we.

Creating Peace

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

When world peace and security is threatened, we need to look at our inner world and identify the corresponding issues.

Self-Esteem

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The quest for balance between our positive and negative traits.

Responding to Insults

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

How to respond when the mud starts to sling.

A Parent's Remarriage

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A daughter, whose mother died, resents her father's remarriage and his sudden zest for life.

The Single's Dilemma

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Joy in life is not a product of "a set of circumstances, but a set of attitudes."

Moral Compromises

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

There is hope, even after making the biggest mistake of one's life.

Dealing with Loss

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Moving beyond your feelings of sadness and loss of a loved one.

Mothers and Daughters

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The delicate and sometimes painful balancing act.

Acquiring Faith

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

I long for the comfort and certainty that believing in God would afford. But how can I make myself believe, when I don't?

One Step At A Time

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Is it useful to keep kosher when we do not observe any other religious commitments?

Appropriate Guilt

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Forget the guilt trip. Jewish guilt means regretfully admitting inappropriate behavior and moving on.

The Ultimate Question

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

"I'm a Catholic dating a Jewish man who I believe is my soul mate. Why is this an issue for people in his community?"

Spiritual Side of Pregnancy

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

How can a woman maximize the spiritual experience of pregnancy?

Our Contribution to Life

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

How should we determine our unique contribution to life?

Living Together vs. Marriage

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Living together means two people sharing a house but living alone.

Anchor in the Stormy Sea

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

9/11 brings back memories of exile and freedom for author who was born in Romania during the Holocaust era.

Chanukah Post Sept. 11

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Regardless of the insecurity, unpredictability, and appearance of hopelessness, as Jews we need to leave tomorrow to God.

The "Terrorist" Within

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

The war on terrorism needs to be waged on all fronts. We may not have the power to determine world policy, but we can take charge of our internal landscape.

Coping with Retirement

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Retirement often makes people feel useless and worthless, but a change of perspective can turn that around.

Legacies and Luggage

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

A broken suitcase sums up the challenge and opportunity as we approach the High Holidays.

For Women Only

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Three mitzvoth, special to women, elevate the home to spiritual heights.

Help! My Spouse Is Becoming More Religious Than...

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

Do I have to give up me to be loved by you?

Terminal Life

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

There is no greater source of pain than the imminent loss of a loved one.

The Art of Giving and Taking Criticism

by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski

When your relatives offer unwelcome child-rearing advice, what's the best response?

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