I wrote this poem, Love Fiercely, when I turned 50. I'm reminded of it today when it is clear that while much may not be in my control, how I live my life, IS. What we pay attention to matters. Love fiercely, Do not be afraid of giving your all, Find friends who bring out the best in you, who make you laugh, even at yourself… Accept your Continue Reading
truth that cleanses: a poem-prayer #MeToo
A prayer-poem I wrote after reading and listening to the stories being uncovered now, some being told for the first time. When the truth is revealed, healing can begin. It's not always easy to listen, but we all need to develop the courage to keep opening up, sharing, and listening. The process includes healing the parts of ourselves closed down because we Continue Reading
Prayer For Those Not Ready To Forgive
We are in the 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur called the 10 days of Teshuvah/Repentance. It’s the most intense time of the year where we are encouraged to search our souls for where we have gone astray and to ask people for forgiveness. The process of doing teshuvah (repentance, return to our soul’s original purpose) and asking for and granting Continue Reading
Blessing Practice
As we begin to turn toward the season of forgiveness, for ourselves and others, there are several practices, we can learn that help soften our souls. One beautiful (and effective) practice that helps us cultivate compassion in and for ourselves and for others is called Blessing Practice (or Lovingkindness Practice). My teacher Sylvia Boorstein teaches about Continue Reading
