Bones longing for a rest, Breath waiting to exhale, Shoulders craving to relax, Belly hungry to unclench. Five years of waking up anxious, Guiding myself to count three grateful things Before I turn to the always “breaking news” Of another tear in the fabric of all I hold dear. In January of 2020, Determined to Continue Reading
“What If” Thinking – Don’t Do It
It is the day before the US election in 2020 but I promise you that this post will be relevant beyond. If you want to practice mindfulness, one of the worst things you can do is engage in "what if" thinking. Right now, the airwaves are filled with the "what if" scenarios. Steve Kornacki, of MSNBC, has even named his election board "What If." In fact, all Continue Reading
#AskTheRabbi COVID-19
I've been asked a lot of questions about how to navigate this time we are in of such great uncertainty. Some people are experiencing extreme or mild anxiety. Others feel bored, and others have suddenly so many online opportunities to learn and connect that they are having a hard time choosing. Other people feel beset by "shoulds" - "I should be motivated Continue Reading
Newsfeed Stress is Real. Here’s One Way To Cope
There's a level of ugliness and debasement that has entered our lives. It's more than usual. When you add that on top of whatever ELSE in your own personal life you're dealing with (personal life?) it can be overwhelming. Newsfeed stress is a real thing. You are not alone. Here's one thing to do when the muck seeps into your being: notice even a bit of joy Continue Reading
7 Spiritual Tips to Maintain Your Sanity When The News Is Challenging
Just Because The News Is Out Of Control, Doesn't Mean You Have To Be These days, we are on an emotional rollercoaster and no matter what happens with the current painful political situation in the United States, this “thrill ride” is not ending anytime soon. Things have really heated up with our country’s multiple crises. Therefore, many people I know are Continue Reading