Jan 09 2011
The question, “How can I move forward with joy in 2011?” was with me last week. It was one of the questions I wrote about in my latest piece for The Huffington Post on empowerment in the New Year. Joy is characterized by a feeling of delight. It has a childlike quality to it. Experiencing [...]
Dec 05 2010
Tonight, Jews around the world continue to light candles in honor of Hanukkah. The holiday has 3 main aspects. It commemorates the miraculous military victory of the Macabee led revolt against the Syrian occupiers, the rededication of the Temple, and the miracle of the sanctified container of oil that lasted 8 days instead of just [...]
Nov 07 2010
Last Tuesday’s Election Day results produced a title wave of emotion. It ranged from euphoria for some to absolute despair for others. Whichever side of that range you were on in 2008, You probably felt the opposite last week. President Obama’s effort to create an atmosphere that encourages civil dialog failed. Many pundits as well [...]
Oct 17 2010
My latest contribution to The Huffington Post is titled, “Reclaiming the Innocence of Wisdom.” Can you recall the last time you felt innocent? In our sophisticated, fast-paced hyper-connected world, it feels like a quaint concept. Since I became a parent, my appreciation for the value of innocence has increased year by year. I marvel at [...]