There’s something about a new year, fresh chances, that is inherently inspiring. Like that student in her starched uniform shirt on the very first day of school, we feel a sense of conviction to do it right this time. That’s not to say that we’ve been doing it all wrong, of course, but you know,…
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One Nation. One Heart. One Path Home : The Chofetz Chaim Heritage Foundation Tisha B’Av Event
The Isadore and Ruth Gibber World Wide Tisha B’av Event Is Brought To You By The Chofetz Chaim Heritage Foundation The Wake-up calls are coming hard and fast – After Meron After Karlin Stolin After Miami You’re desperate for a less eventful year next year. We all want to do our bit to end the…
Why Even a Mess Is a Blessing
This is my new perspective on dealing with all the bumps that come with motherhood. On a recent Motzaei Shabbos, I experienced an epiphanic moment. I had just finished reciting G-tt fun Avraham, the tefillah where I beseeched the Ribono shel Olam to send us a week of bracha, hatzlacha, and an array of blessings….
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…
One Eye-Opening Tip That Will Make Your Marriage Better
It may seem obvious, but turning to your third partner in your marriage–Hashem–during certain moments will change everything. Read on for some real life impacting tips! If you close your eyes and picture the most blessed atmosphere in your home, the most majestic feel in your marriage, what would it be? Happiness, contentment, peace, love,…
There’s So Much on Our Minds. What Should We Be Thinking About This Rosh Hashanah?
We come into this year’s Rosh Hashanah a little differently than in years past. Just how should we feel as we begin our tefillos? With Rosh Hashanah inching closer, I’ve started my well-wishing phone calls to family and friends. So much to wish one another! First, there are the blessings for health, parnassah, and nachas….
What’s Your Corona Story?
We’ve all experienced disappointment recently. How do we deal with it? How do we help our children deal with it? (Note: While many have unfortunately experienced deeply traumatic losses, such as the passing of a loved one or losing their source of parnassah, this article focuses on everyday sources of disappointment.) We all have our…