Justin Timberlake, celebrating the new year and the joy of being Jewish.
On Rosh Hashanah, identify your unique mission and responsibility to live a life filled with purpose.
Elisha Cohen’s family was the victim of unimaginable terror under Saddam Hussein. But he survived to tell the world.
A memo to Jewish students: know your rights and protect yourself from discrimination.
Some Jews turned to piracy as a way to fight against Spain and Portugal, the hosts of the brutal Inquisition.
One in 25 Americans live with a serious mental illness, 9 times more than people who have cancer.
For years our fears and comfort prevented us from selling our home to move into a more vibrant Jewish community.
Some inspiring Jewish quotes to help guide you in your resolutions for the New Year.
Randy Smith’s death propelled me to go beyond my perceived limits.
Instead of mindless speculation about other peoples ruined relationships, let’s focus on how we can better our own marriages.
The High Holidays are an ideal time to strengthen the spiritual well-being of your home.
Combining the flavors of pomegranate, sweet honey, and apples into an unforgettable menu.
After years of dating I feel I’m still nowhere closer to finding my soul mate.
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My boyfriend is an observant Jew, I want to convert, and my mother is freaking out.
Life is full of distractions from the underlying reality of God's existence.
A powerful exercise everyone should do to prepare for the High Holidays.
Just in time for Rosh Hashanah! Three easy techniques on how to braid a round challah. Learn how to braid a six and four strand challah as well as challah rolls!
The shofar is our ancient meditation, encouraging us to withdraw from the noise of life and go in.
Fun, inspiring Rosh Hashanah music video to enjoy and share.
Some traffic signs that We Jews can understand, from my JTB (Jewish Traffic Blog).
Get the best bang for your buck out of your High Holiday seats in shul this year.
Daily Lift #493
The Ralbag wrote, "When making major decisions, even if you think your plans are definitely correct, it is wise to consult others to hear their opinions. They may raise important points you've overlooked.
(Hadaios Vehamidos 40:2; Rabbi Pliskin's Gateway to Happiness, p.264)
See more Daily Lifts on the topic of Decisions
Rabbi Zelig Pliskin's new book has just been published by ArtScroll:
ENCOURAGEMENT:
Formulas, Stories, and Insights.
We're human. We need food. We need meaning and connection. And we most definitely need encouragement.
Now, in this wise and charming new volume, we learn how to effectively use the massive power of encouragement, to encourage ourselves and others, particularly when we feel overwhelmed or depleted.
In Encouragement, Rabbi Pliskin shares meditations and affirmations, inspirational true stories, and his trademark wise, practical advice. He shows us how our words can help others - and ourselves -- become more confident, optimistic, and upbeat people.
Rabbi Zelig Pliskin is the author of 25 books with his specialty in mastering happiness and other positive inner resources.
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