About the Author
Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Lori Palatnik is a writer and Jewish educator who has appeared on television and radio, and is the author of "Friday Night and Beyond: The Shabbat Experience Step-By-Step," "Remember My Soul - What to do in Memory of a Loved One," and co-author of "Gossip: 10 Pathways to Eliminate It From Your Life and Transform Your Soul." She is a much sought-after international speaker, having lectured in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, U.K., Central America, South America, South Africa and Israel, including featured talks at Yale, Brown and Penn. She lives in the Washington D.C. area, with her husband, Rabbi Yaakov Palatnik. Lori is the Founder of The Jewish Women's Renaissance Project, an international initiative that brings over 1,000 women to Israel each year from ten different countries on highly subsidized programs to inspire them with the beauty and wisdom of their heritage. She is the busy mother of five children, ages 24 to 14; and her son, Zev, just finished serving as a sharpshooter in the IDF. Her weekly video blog, "Lori Almost Live" is a popular feature on aish.com, viewed by over 50,000 people each month.
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by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How you speak not only affects others, it impacts your soul.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The "Don't Blame, Don't Complain" Campaign can change your life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't judge Judaism by the Jews.
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Lessons from a runaway bride.
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Don't underestimate the influence you can still have on your children.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Working on loving Jews that are different than you.
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Like becoming a Jew, it takes real knowledge and commitment.
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Lasting Jewish pride is based on a strong Jewish education.
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What unites the Jewish People?
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There is no other place like the Land of Israel.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Is it proper to celebrate Osama Bin Laden's death?
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Patience is a rare commodity.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Birthright for women: A powerful program is inspiring Jewish women.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The importance of being present.
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This Seder recommit to the Jewish People's unique mission.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Have we crossed a line with all this sharing?
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What I learned from this genuine Jewish hero.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Why do we like to watch somebody's tragedy?
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For survivors, Purim wasn't simply a victory that happened thousands of years ago.
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Dealing with pressure in school.
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It's amazing the amount of pain we'll take when we're focused.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It was the best thing to happen to our family.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Remembering the masks and miracles in Israel.
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I wasn't proud of what I did. What would you do?
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What would you attempt to do?
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Jewish unity based on growth and understanding.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How my husband lost 50 pounds and changed his life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
A new mother is torn. What would you advise her to do?
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I like them because they remind me I am a guest in this country.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Where you live? Where you're born? Where you want to live?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't view it as a burden. It's a way to help people in need.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
When your kids come home, hang up the phone.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
You're never alone in Israel.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
When we invite God in, amazing things can happen.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Why my kids don't feel they're missing out.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
This year be inclusive and accommodate your fellow Jew.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
My son is preparing to go into the Israeli army.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Religious people are not all the same.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Is there anyone on TV today we can look to as a role model?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What a difference free Jewish day school education would make.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't be left out in the cold.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The Jewish journey never ends.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
I just turned 50 and here's my advice.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Thanking God and struggling with Him at the same time.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Make your shul experience a meaningful one.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What I do on my child's special birthday.