Parenting comes with many challenges, joys, and unexpected turns. Let us be clear: no parent is perfect, and there is no ingredient that constructs “perfect” parenting. What we can do is try our best each day. We know the daily grind: school schedules, work responsibilities, and the constant stream of advice from books, social media,
Meditation is often pictured as a person sitting in silence for an hour with complete stillness of mind. That is certainly not me, let alone not having that time. Such an image may feel out of reach for many of us living with work, family, and daily responsibilities. Meditation does not have to be complicated,
Every person makes mistakes, some small and others more significant. As one told me, “Life is a journey, not a destination. Some paths will be smooth and easy, others a steep challenge. But it is how you manage and prosper from those challenges which will dictate your true direction and character.” My mentor once told
In late 2019, I was honored by our temple’s Executive Director to meet with Rabbi Merle E. Singer and his wife, Myra, of blessed memory, to embark on a rabbinical support role. Within moments, Rabbi and I discovered shared connections despite our generational differences. We spoke about my adoption story and his experiences on the
As we get older, our bodies remind us of time passing. Trust me, I am feeling it in my back and knees these days. Aging (or growth, as some call it) can mean menopause, hair thinning, a few more wrinkles, or pounds that never quite go away. Along with those physical shifts often comes a
Children today are growing up in a world filled with constant noise. From television screens to tablets, and countless options that flood our minds, let a lone a child’s, with data, news, trends, and influences. Children are surrounded by stimuli that can shape their emotions in powerful ways, for better and for worse. Raising children
There was a time when my mornings began with my phone in hand before my feet even touched the floor. Sound familiar? Notifications, news headlines, and social media updates flooded my mind before I had taken a single conscious breath. The noise of the world attracted my attention before I had connected with my own
Tea has been part of my wellness ritual for years. I grew up in a household, especially during visits to my grandparents, where afternoon tea was common, particularly on a chilly day. I also grew up watching lots of British television where characters had high tea set in English decadence, so perhaps that was a
There was a time when I thought mindfulness meant 30-minute meditations, elaborate journaling rituals, and always having the right crystals or incense nearby. But reality set in when those rituals started to backfire. Instead of supporting my well-being, they added pressure. I began to feel like I was failing at mindfulness. So, I stepped away
We all have different tastes when it comes to the voices we turn to for guidance, encouragement, or whatever aligns with our interests. For some, myself included, it is sports and life commentary like Bill Simmons, and for others, it is mindfulness and stories of growth, survival, and change. I honestly like the blend of
After three years of sampling Moment drinks, I can officially state I am hooked to this brand and love the beautiful addition it has become to my wellness routine. Moment is a natural drink infused with adaptogens and botanicals…think of it as meditation in a can. It helps me reset, recharge, and stay grounded, especially