Our conclusion? There is no wrong way. As long as what you do, helps you be a better “you”. So, you packed two kids for camp. You cleaned up end-of-school year briefcases. You made sure everyone has at least 2 bathing suits that fit. You filled out wayyyy too many forms. You even took them…
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Babies Up at Night? How I Solved My Lack-of-Sleep Issues
I used to complain and complain about how very tired I was. Years ago, I had trouble sleeping. And I complained about it all day long. Whoever wanted to hear, I told them about my lack of sleep, about how the kids kept me up all night, and how so so tired I am. But…
Observing the Torah is Not Only a Ticket to Gan Eden.
How could we survive the struggles of life without it? It’s no news to any of us that the essence of Shavuos is infinitely more profound than elaborate tablescapes and delectable dairy goodies (though making the Yom Tov as pleasant and joyous as possible is important too). So we know that it’s the day on…
BCP Readers Share Their 30+ Favorite Jewish Podcasts
We asked our followers which Jewish Podcasts they enjoy. This is a roundup of your responses! Disclaimer: We didn’t personally listen to the podcasts on this list and we don’t take any responsibility for the content and hashkafos these podcasts share. All of the descriptions below are the actual descriptions given by the podcast host…
So Many Emotions, So Many Emotions. What Are We Supposed to Feel After a Tragedy?
What a heartrending parsha all of us in klal Yisrael are experiencing together these days. From every corner of the world, Yidden have been touched, deeply moved, profoundly impacted, by the indescribable tragedy. All of us are in mourning, each in our own way. Some of us are crying copious tears, our eyelids heavy and…
Have Insecurities? How to Tell Them to Go Away
When we treat our insecurities as entities that are separate from ourselves, we gain the power to overcome them. What are you doing writing an article on insecurities? Ahem. If lines like this sound familiar and you’d love to rid yourself once and from all from insecurities brought on by your inner critic, (Which normal…
Why Punishment and Rewards Don’t Really Work With Our Kids
Punishments, rewards, threats and bribes may not be the best solution. Why do we always resort to that and what are our alternatives? Generation after generation, humanity has taught that good behavior should be rewarded (do good and earn a sticker or a prize!) while bad behavior will be punished (time outs and detention). We…
My Journey of Learning to Build Resilience through Pain
One BCP Reader shares how she uses her challenges to becomes a stronger person. By Name Withheld I was sitting in a coffee shop tending to some work when a familiar face passed me by. We exchanged our usual “hey!” and then I continued by thanking her for being so supportive the last time we…
This is What Happened the Night My Family Was Saved
This is a true story about the night that carbon monoxide filled my home. We were renovating. Forever. The carbon monoxide detector had been removed from the ceiling adjacent to the garage door. Then it was on the steps, then in a toy box, and then it made its way onto the dining room table….
3 Ways to Diffuse (or Avoid) an Argument
Some people love an argument. They find joy in having those debates and “discussions.” Others have a short fuse or just end up arguing with you when you really never intended. Do you find yourself in these situations occasionally? Don’t like how you get pulled into these kinds of argument? Here are three quick tips…