October 7, 2023, was a day that forever altered the Jewish community. It wasn’t just a moment of unimaginable tragedy; it was a reminder of the precariousness of Jewish existence in a world that too often looks away when we are under attack. And as the dust settled on October 8, a new wound emerged—the […]

Growth

What It Means to Be a Jew After 10/7: Wrestling with Identity, Resilience, and Betrayal

Resilience

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If you’ve ever replayed a conversation in your head at 2 AM, wondering if someone secretly hates you because they responded to your text with just “K,” congratulations—you may be entitled to financial compensation. Just kidding. But seriously, welcome to the club of Overthinkers Anonymous, where we analyze tone, punctuation, and facial expressions like it’s […]

Growth

How to Stop Taking Everything Personally (And Maybe Get Some Sleep for Once)

Peace of mind

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One day, you’re pushing a stroller down the sidewalk, fully stocked with snacks, wipes, and enough gear to summit Everest. The next, you’re standing in a store aisle while your kid tells you which clothing are “in” and why your music tastes are so embarrassing. It happens gradually and then all at once—the transition from […]

Motherhood

Where Did My Babies Go?

Motherhood

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There comes a moment for many women when they look in the mirror and think, Wait a second—who invited my mom to this reflection party? The features are familiar, but the subtle changes—a few lines around the eyes, a softening of the jawline, or that one rogue gray hair that has the audacity to sparkle […]

Growth, Women

I Don’t Recognize the Girl in the Mirror: Aging and the Taboo of No Longer Being a “Young Woman”

Older woman

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In today’s world, screens are like that overly chatty coworker who never stops talking. From the moment we wake up to the second we collapse into bed, we’re tethered to our devices—scrolling, streaming, emailing, and occasionally Googling, “Why am I so tired all the time?” Spoiler: it’s probably the screens, duh. While technology keeps us […]

Growth

Unplug to RePlug: The Power of Taking Breaks from Screens

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