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
A great way to connect your kids to Judaism.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It's time to prepare for your day in court.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
An extended blackout taught our family an important lesson about conservation.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
You can trust me, we're family.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik and Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How to know which way to turn.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik and Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How to know which way to turn.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Hey! I'm a member of the tribe too!
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Some relationships are inherently volatile.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The Jewish definition of marriage.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
A conversion story.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Showing God how we really feel.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It's the best and worst year of your marriage.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't be naive. Protect what is precious.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
This Shavuot, make the commitment to learn Torah.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Humor is a powerful tool. Use it wisely.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Why are we putting so much pressure on our young kids?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It's not the tattooed number that we need to ensure is carried on.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Taking responsibility for the Jewish people.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What does it really mean?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't ignore the warning signs. Get the help you need.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Discover the person next to you.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Speak to your body to wake up your soul.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It can't be both. Which one is it?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What memories do you want your children to have of your Passover Seders?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How Jewish women saved the day.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
You may never have that opportunity again.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Everything is special on Shabbat.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Amalek -- how could we ever forget?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
You are a unique piece in God's puzzle.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
I want my children and students to be greater than me.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Are we expecting too much from our kids at school?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Face your fear and break through the barrier.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What do you do when you witness poor parenting.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The last place to cut back is with your charity dollars.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Conquering frustration in one area of your life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Forget the commercialism and express your love every day.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't hold your kids back from living the ideals you taught them.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Sometimes we take for granted the people closest to us.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Getting in the right frame of mind to make decisions
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Women played an instrumental role in the Chanukah story.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Getting the runaround? There's always one direct line available.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The Jewish view of gratitude.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Why do so many of us want to be greeters at Walmart?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't pass your fears on to the next generation.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Would you want to die suddenly in your sleep