Too often, we hold onto the past. Lots of baggage. That takes up so much space in our lives. And (almost always) spills over into the space of those who love us (or want to love us). True, sometimes, there are nuggets of life lessons to be learned from the past. “I have to learn […]
This Yom Kippur, daven for: the strength to leave the past in the past to move forward. Read More »
Different circumstances need different types of support. Sometimes, just listening so the other can vent. “Tell me more.” “And then what happened?” – Sometimes, it is validation that they seek. “What you are feeling makes so much sense.” – Sometimes, they do want a little pushback so they can really work through how much they
This Yom Kippur, daven for: the ability to be a true support to those who need support. Read More »
A major part of marriage is that shared sense of purpose. That sharing of life’s ultimate meaning – with another person to continuously support and bolster each other. In these days of Tishrei, talk about what each of you feel is your sense of purpose as individuals, as a couple. Seek to find one area
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As we enter the new year, many of us have thoughts, reflections, meditations, seekings, contemplations about the past year and what changes we want to bring into our lives in the upcoming year: what is my personal purpose; what is my connection to Yiddishkeit; what is the meaning of my life; what do I value
Spiritual intimacy: sharing your innermost thoughts about what yom tov means to you Read More »
Don’t let your children’s memories of Yom Tov be all about the stress. Plan and diminish some of the stress that will inevitably creep in. Be prepared to laugh at the mishaps that do pop up. Keep your expectations realistic. • Figure out together how you can best use the days leading up to Yom
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You want a meaningful and enjoyable yom tov for all – you, your spouse, your children, your guests. As a couple, plan the details of Yom Tov so that all runs as smoothly as possible. Pre-planning will help pre-empt disappointments and dashed expectations. BEING A GUEST • Going to your parents’ house for Yom Tov
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You want a meaningful and enjoyable yom tov for all – you, your spouse, your children, your guests. As a couple, plan the details of Yom Tov so that all runs as smoothly as possible. Pre-planning will help pre-empt disappointments and dashed expectations. PERSONAL MINHAGIM/ HANHAGOS Share how you envision your Yom Tov will go.
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You want a meaningful and enjoyable yom tov for all – you, your spouse, your children, your guests. As a couple, plan the details of Yom Tov so that all runs as smoothly as possible. Pre-planning will help pre-empt disappointments and dashed expectations. HOSTING A MEAL • Plan your menu together. Make sure it reasonable
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Our actions, what we do has lasting impact. On ourselves and on others around us, and oftentimes even further. — Think about how habits are formed. Action after action. — Think about how ‘atmospheres’ or cultures are built. Action after action. — Think about how companies are grown. Action after action. — And reputations. —
