Torah reading: Behar
11 Iyar 5768 / 16 May 2008
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by Emuna Braverman
And start living.
The Bonds of Love
by Emuna Braverman
In parenting, the most powerful tool we have is love.

Going to Bed Angry
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Don't listen to your grandmother's advice.

Cleaning for Passover
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I am not a glutton for punishment, but I love it!

Total Mayhem
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It is complete chaos in my house -- and it's the most wonderful thing in the world.

Perfectionist
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If we don't take ay risks, we won't fail. But we won't accomplish either.

You've Got a Friend
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How to buy friends.

Our Purim Legacy
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Each of us is writing our own personal megillah story.

Teaching Boys and Girls Separately
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Separate education plays to each gender's strength.

The Thin Bride
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Since when did being thin become the end goal of the wedding day?

Turning 50
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Who are we kidding? 50 is not the new 40.

A Life of Errands
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Can a life consumed by doing errands be very meaningful?

Believe in Your Kids
by Emuna Braverman
Despite any disability, we have the choice to lift our children up or bring them down.

Women and Criticism
by Emuna Braverman
Women thrive on unqualified support and love. Criticism is counterproductive.

Accepting Your Spouse
by Emuna Braverman
Part of the challenge of marriage is the constant need to remind ourselves why we married our partner in the first place.

Marrying Off Daughters
by Emuna Braverman
I can now empathize with Jane Austen's Mrs. Bennet.

Mom to the Rescue!
by Emuna Braverman
The cavalry does not belong in the classroom.

Flattery
by Emuna Braverman
The danger behind the charm.

Cooking Says I Love You
by Emuna Braverman
If food isn't love, then what am I doing in the kitchen?

Imbuing Real Self-Esteem
by Emuna Braverman
Our kids are too smart to fall for counterfeit praise.

The Frustrated Parent
by Emuna Braverman
"I give so much and this is what I get back?!"

My Neighbor's Car
by Emuna Braverman
Someone else always has something we want.

Boundaries for Teens
by Emuna Braverman
Disagree with principal? Don't undermine your child's respect for authority.

A Time to Fight
by Emuna Braverman
When intruders enter your home and threaten your family, there's no choice but to fight.

The Fashion Police
by Emuna Braverman
I'm grateful that my girls wear uniforms to school.

The Security Fence
by Emuna Braverman
What a difference it has made.

Land of Passion
by Emuna Braverman
Life in Israel is like a giant roller coaster ride.

Suddenly Psalms
by Emuna Braverman
I never could relate to Psalms, until it got personal.

Giving the Jewish Way
by Emuna Braverman
Righteous people say little and do much. They don't hold press conferences.

The Power of Community
by Emuna Braverman
Using social pressure to your advantage.

The Good Enough Parent
by Emuna Braverman
Stop trying to be the perfect parent.

The Time of Our Joy
by Emuna Braverman
Sukkot reminds us what is truly important.

Yom Kippur: Our Second Chance
by Emuna Braverman
Change is possible.

The Still Small Voice
by Emuna Braverman
When the shofar blows, what will you focus on?

The Diminishing Power of Expectations
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Building a mature relationship with God.

Giving Leads to Caring
by Emuna Braverman
What's the right attitude when they don't give back?

My Protest
by Emuna Braverman
It's hard to stay silent against a bald-faced lie.

Dress Like It Matters
by Emuna Braverman
What we wear affects our behavior and self-image.

Bite Your Tongue
by Emuna Braverman
The benefits of keeping my big mouth shut.

The Other "M" Word
by Emuna Braverman
In our home, this word strikes fear in the hearts of my children.

Women Power
by Emuna Braverman
Young women are starting to defy external pressures and choose allegiance to their inner voice.

Excuses, Excuses
by Emuna Braverman
Cut your spouse some slack.

Silent Married Couple
by Emuna Braverman
Why the couple in the restaurant aren't talking to each other.

Unforgettable
by Emuna Braverman
How do you want to be remembered?

Hard To Say Goodbye
by Emuna Braverman
I thought I'd mastered this letting go business.

Summer Is Coming
by Emuna Braverman
Time for relief or panic?

Preserving Mystery
by Emuna Braverman
A greater openness does not seem to have led to greater marital success.

Choosing Happiness
by Emuna Braverman
The power for happiness is in our hands, and no one else's.

The Overweight Child
by Emuna Braverman
What's a parent to do?

Shavuot and Commencement
by Emuna Braverman
When it comes to accepting the Torah, we can become like conflicted teenagers.

Kids' Day
by Emuna Braverman
Take a moment and appreciate your kid's goodness.

The Perfect Parent
by Emuna Braverman
If they make a mistake, should parents apologize to their children?

Handling In-Laws
by Emuna Braverman
The cardinal rule: Your first loyalty is to your spouse.

Fear of YouTube
by Emuna Braverman
Imagine your life being broadcast online to the world.

Being An In-Law
by Emuna Braverman
Give financial support and keep your mouth shut.

A Good Morning
by Emuna Braverman
When I'm grateful for just not screaming.

MySpace, My Slander
by Emuna Braverman
Today's perpetrator could be tomorrow's victim.

The Dead Zone
by Emuna Braverman
Is your spouse too tired to talk?

Fairy Tale Wedding
by Emuna Braverman
Your wedding should not be the happiest day of your life.

The Wife's Gigabyte Memory
by Emuna Braverman
Elephants are famous for their memories. Among human beings, there's nothing like a wife.

Blame Game
by Emuna Braverman
Is your spouse behaving in a way you find disturbing? The first place to look should be in a mirror.

You (Haven't) Come A Long Way Baby
by Emuna Braverman
There is a new feminist battle to be fought.

Fighting Fair
by Emuna Braverman
Five rules on having a good fight with your spouse.

The Sacred Place
by Emuna Braverman
Too many couples have sacrificed closeness to the call of The Late Show.

Building Fences
by Emuna Braverman
Don't rely on willpower alone to keep your resolutions.

I'm Rooting for Harry
by Emuna Braverman
J.K. Rowling can end the Harry Potter series with hope and optimism, or cynicism and disillusionment. Let's hope she chooses wisely.

Advice from Miss Deitz's Third-Grade Class
by Emuna Braverman
Marriage is about more than giving. It's about putting our spouse's needs constantly and completely before our own.

We're Gonna Have a Ball!
by Emuna Braverman
Funerals can be a powerful force for change.

The Sandwich Generation
by Emuna Braverman
Reaching middle age doesn't have to mean getting squished from our growing children on one side and our aging parents on the other.

Your Red Pen
by Emuna Braverman
We all know the pain and humiliation of being the victim of an unedited speaker.

It's Not About the Diamond
by Emuna Braverman
Presents are nice. Luxurious presents may be nicer. But don't confuse them with real thoughtfulness and caring.

Littering the Holy Land
by Emuna Braverman
Thank God, the streets of Jerusalem are alive once again. There is bustle and energy, hope and joy. And sadly, lots of garbage.

Waste Not
by Emuna Braverman
Putting your leftovers to maximum use.

Respect Your Elders
by Emuna Braverman
No matter what your age, it's never too late to make a difference.

Fashion Statement
by Emuna Braverman
If you don't want to be treated like an object, don't dress like one.

Kvetching
by Emuna Braverman
Complaining isn't just a bad habit. It actually makes the problem worse.

Wrinkles and All
by Emuna Braverman
The pleasures of reaching middle age.

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