About the Author

Mindy Rubenstein

Mindy Rubenstein is a senior reporter for the Atlanta Jewish Times.

The Secret to Effective Jewish Outreach

The Secret to Effective Jewish Outreach

by Mindy Rubenstein

My Jewish role models never made me feel I was far from anything. They made me feel whole and utterly special simply for being Jewish.

Exercising My Spiritual and Physical Muscles

Exercising My Spiritual and Physical Muscles

by Mindy Rubenstein

Going to the gym has become something I can’t go without. Surprisingly, so has deepening my spiritual connection.

Reversing Pew

Reversing Pew

by Mindy Rubenstein

I served shrimp at my wedding and enjoyed Saturdays at the mall. I didn’t know any better. But I do now.

Confessions of a Flaming Baal Teshuva

Confessions of a Flaming Baal Teshuva

by Mindy Rubenstein

Living an observant life is beautiful and it needs to be expressed in an atmosphere of love and respect.

Simone Biles' Withdrawal from the Olympics Sends Clear Message to Prioritize Mental Health

Simone Biles' Withdrawal from the Olympics Sends Clear Message to Prioritize Mental Health

Why Iranian Judo Athlete Dedicated His Silver Medal to Israel

Why Iranian Judo Athlete Dedicated His Silver Medal to Israel

Jewish Values for a Secular World

Jewish Values for a Secular World

Miracle or Luck? Israel's Inexplicable Mortality Rate in the Persian Gulf War

Miracle or Luck? Israel's Inexplicable Mortality Rate in the Persian Gulf War

The Hook-Up Culture is Eroding the Value of Marriage

The Hook-Up Culture is Eroding the Value of Marriage