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by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski |
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Freedom from is not enough. It must be followed by freedom to.
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Connecting: Passover Reflections
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Passover often brings up memories of loss, but it can also bring up memories of our initial connection with God at Sinai. |
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Walking the Talk
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
I try to listen to my inner voice, become a better person, grow spiritually, break habits… but it's just not happening! |
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Lacking a Work Ethic
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
In a world that values leisure over work, how can I attain a strong work ethic? |
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The Other Man
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
My marriage is gratifying but I can't stop daydreaming about this other guy I once dated. |
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Living with Fear
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Finding a voice of hope and sanity in our frightening world. |
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Personal Liberation
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The tyranny of our personal "pharaohs" keeps us enslaved. The preparations for Passover give us a glimpse of freedom and the greatness of our potential |
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The Boastful Wife
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
I can't stand it when my wife brags about my accomplishments in public. |
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Children, When?
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Our decision to wait seems to keep getting longer. Are we viewing the situation correctly? |
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Making God Whole
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Choosing closeness instead of anger. |
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Angels in Our Lives
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Why should the most special person in my life have to suffer so deeply? |
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Body And Soul
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The challenge of our existence is to successfully negotiate the tension between body and soul. But, while we must give our body its due, we must remember only the soul is forever. |
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Pregnancy and Loss
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
In case of a miscarriage, stillbirth, or death of a new baby, the sense of loss can be overwhelming. Here's how to cope. |
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The Inner Struggle
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A decade of envy, illusions, and negativity has come crashing down. How to crawl out of the darkness? |
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Anger Management
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The loudest sound in the universe is the breaking of a bad habit. |
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Why are Tears Salty?
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Paradoxically, tears can represent both longing and homecoming. |
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The Tall Midget
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Refusing to play the role of victim. |
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Is God Comfortable Here?
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Life, being finite, is filled with mundane activity. But all of it can be elevated into infinity in the instant that it takes to ask a simple question. |
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Self Esteem and Tough Love
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
My son thinks he's God's gift to the world. How do I teach him that he isn't without damaging his self esteem? |
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He's No Einstein
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Living with the reality that your child's scholastic success isn't the only arena of accomplishment. |
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Kids Not Wanted
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Not every couple is fit to have kids. We think we're one of them. |
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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? |
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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. |
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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. |
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Being Inspired by Judaism
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The search for the inner substance and connection in Jewish life and practice. |
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Soul Mate
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Heaven may provide your soul mate, but it remains our responsibility to make the marriage work. |
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Marriage Insecurities
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A newly married woman wonders how she rates in her husband's eyes. |
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Tears in Heaven
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
My personal reflections following the tragic death of our dear son-in-law, Rabbi Eliezer Geldzahler. |
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On Hair Covering
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A deeper look at the Jewish concept of modesty. |
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A Scratch in the Diamond
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Wrestling with the age old question: Why do bad things happen to good people? |
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Bridging the Gap
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Fostering harmony between non-religious parents and newly religious kids. |
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Sibling Rivalry
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
What you can do to ensure family harmony, now and for generations to come. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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The Power Source
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Electrical appliances cannot function if they are not connected to a power source. Neither can we. |
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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. |
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Self-Esteem
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The quest for balance between our positive and negative traits. |
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A Parent's Remarriage
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A daughter, whose mother died, resents her father's remarriage and his sudden zest for life. |
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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." |
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Moral Compromises
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
There is hope, even after making the biggest mistake of one's life. |
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Dealing with Loss
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Moving beyond your feelings of sadness and loss of a loved one. |
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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? |
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One Step At A Time
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Is it useful to keep kosher when we do not observe any other religious commitments? |
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Appropriate Guilt
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Forget the guilt trip. Jewish guilt means regretfully admitting inappropriate behavior and moving on. |
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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?" |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Coping with Retirement
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Retirement often makes people feel useless and worthless, but a change of perspective can turn that around. |
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Legacies and Luggage
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A broken suitcase sums up the challenge and opportunity as we approach the High Holidays. |
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For Women Only
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Three mitzvoth, special to women, elevate the home to spiritual heights. |
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Terminal Life
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
There is no greater source of pain than the imminent loss of a loved one. |
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Children of Divorce
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
When teenage step-children react with hostility, they are expressing deep pain. |
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Women and the Workplace
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
Women are blessed with the special talents to create positive environments wherever we are and with whatever we are doing. |
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The Internet and Intimacy
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
A husband is having an e-mail relationship with a woman he has never met and who lives oceans away. Is he "cheating" on his wife? |
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The Trouble with In-Laws
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
The young wife wants to please yet do things her way. The young husband remembers the way his mother did things -- perfectly. The mother hates to let go. This is a combination that spells disaster. |
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Apathy and Indifference
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
In the month of Cheshvan, there is only silence. This lack of communication between God and his children warrants the addition of the word "bitter" to the month of Cheshvan. |
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Letting Go
by Rebbetzin Feige Twerski
When others have harmed our lives, it is easy to adopt an attitude of blame. We need to realize that the ultimate solution must come from inside of ourselves. |
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