The Pain is There, and the Time is Now
I was damaged. I was broken and beaten, and lying on the floor trying to recover. And I did so in every way I could. Some were very unhealthy. I ate too much, perhaps drank too much, wasted countless hours […]
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11 Most Defining Moments of My First Two Years in Israel
It’s been two years since I’ve moved back to Israel. There have been ups and downs. Many of both. I’d like to dedicate this post to speaking about the eleven most defining moments of these two years. These are
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Joy and Wonder: To Be a Baal Teshuva Again
In the Jewish world, I’m what’s called a Baal Teshuva. This literally translates to “Master of Repentance”, and refers to someone who was not brought up in a religious setting, but chose as an adult to take upon himself a
Devorah, Love, and a Life of Never-Ending Joy and Fulfillment
Love is in the Air Something happened. Something’s different now. Just a matter of months ago, I was happy. Or at least content. Or perhaps I just wasn’t sure what happiness looked like, since it’s very possible I’d never experienced
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Adulthood and the Evolving Soul
Ah, adulthood. Filled with so many interesting changes. The most profound of which become clearer with each passing year. One of the most fascinating parts of adulthood for me has been watching some of my perspectives switch in ways
41: A Year in Review
41: A Year in Review I can’t believe I ended up 41. I created my blog on my birthday last year. I was terrified about turning 40. Honestly, I’m still not ecstatic about it. But I’m learning to wear