About the Author
Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Lori Palatnik is a writer and Jewish educator who has appeared on television and radio. She is the Founding Director of The Jewish Women's Renaissance Project, an international initiative that brings thousands of women to Israel each year from 18 different countries on highly subsidized programs to inspire them with the beauty and wisdom of their heritage (www.jwrp.org). 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, and is the busy mother of five children, ages 25 to 15.
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by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What would you take with you?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
We sing the song, but do we mean it?
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One step is for everyone to stop making sweeping generalizations.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It's good to laugh at ourselves.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
On the occasion of Rabbi Weinberg's yahrzeit, help dedicate a new sefer Torah in his name.
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Am I dressed too casual?
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Sometimes a little formality is a good thing.
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The best way to get the pulse of the nation.
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Make the time to give of yourselves.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What message do we give our children when we say, "Life isn't fair"?
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Have you ever met an old soul?
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The aborted pr campaign is unfortunate in so many ways.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Using the day for introspection.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Are you prepared to give your life for Judaism?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Does time count as tzedakah?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Think you're in the wrong place? Think again.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
It's up to all of us to take responsibility for the Jewish people.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
We can all reach out to our fellow Jews.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
The Jewish middle class is disappearing.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Who are you going to personally thank this year?
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Why this is my favorite holiday.
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Why we're really celebrating.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Bringing the power of the day into the rest of your life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Everything we say to our kids goes in, and one day they're going to access it.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How many rooms do you really need in your house?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Torah has practical wisdom for every aspect of life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't expect your kids to be the same.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
And now you can order your own band!
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How to rectify senseless hatred.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Appreciating the consequences of our decisions.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
We all have moments that change everything. What's yours?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How does your community influence you?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Why it's worth putting in the effort.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
How you speak not only affects others, it impacts your soul.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't blame, don't complain. A simple phrase that can change your life.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Don't judge Judaism by the Jews.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Lessons from a runaway bride.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
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.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Like becoming a Jew, it takes real knowledge and commitment.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Lasting Jewish pride is based on a strong Jewish education.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What unites the Jewish People?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
There is no other place like the Land of Israel.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Is it proper to celebrate Osama Bin Laden's death?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
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.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
This Seder recommit to the Jewish People's unique mission.
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
Have we crossed a line with all this sharing?
by Mrs. Lori Palatnik
What I learned from this genuine Jewish hero.