Reflections of a Restless Mind

This Pesach, my heart wrestles with survivor’s guilt as I navigate the dichotomy of celebrating freedom while knowing so many still suffer. Survivor’s guilt, a term that sounds so clinical for an emotion that is deeply personal and raw, creeps into my thoughts as I visit each affected site and…

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The recent escalation of tensions between Israel and its adversaries, namely Iran and its proxies, has undoubtedly taken a toll on the mental well-being of the Israeli people as well as those aligned with Israel around the world. As we navigate this volatile and uncertain landscape, we must prioritize our…

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The ongoing and escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, with Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis acting as Iranian proxies, has created a tense and uncertain geopolitical landscape that can be deeply unsettling for many people. Tensions have escalated in recent months, with fears of a potential large-scale military confrontation looming.…

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Introduction: The ongoing war in Israel, launched by the shocking terror events of October 7th, has given rise to a paradoxical scenario. As the region contends with the aftermath of these traumatic events and a continuous war, there’s been an unforeseen influx of tourists. This wave of visitors, numbering in…

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Introduction: Judgment and the High Holidays – A Time for Self-Reflection As we edge closer to the ימים נוראים, we come face-to-face with the concept of divine judgment. It’s a time when many of us grapple with our actions, choices, and shortcomings over the past year. This season doesn’t merely…

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Intro Do you ever feel like you’re constantly scrambling for approval from the people around you or even from the universe itself? Yeah, me too. Today, I’ve been thinking a lot about “Rachamim,” Hebrew for divine mercy. You know that phrase we say, “כי אם לך ה’ חסד” (But Yours,…

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As we’re gearing up for Rosh Hashanah, I know some of us feel a bit weighed down. Yeah, I get it; it’s been a challenging year and many of us may wonder if it will ever get easier. You open the Machzor and come across that word “יסורין,” which talks…

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Arrival and Unexpected Hurdles When my flight touched down in Casablanca, the emotions that surged through me were indescribable. Here I was, thousands of miles away from home, with a mission fueled by compassion and a promise to alleviate some of the hardships faced by the victims of the recent…

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Day 2 in Morocco: Witnessing the Aftermath of an Earthquake and the Resilience of the Human Spirit The second day of our earthquake recovery mission in Morocco was a profoundly moving experience. As we journeyed through the Atlas Mountains, we visited villages heavily affected by the recent earthquake. While our…

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Opening Thoughts It’s Day 3 here in Morocco, and today’s narrative focuses on mental health first aid. Any crisis’s emotional toll on its community is immediate and long-lasting. So, today was all about equipping those who can make a difference with the tools they need and, just as importantly, discussing…

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Marrakech is more than just a city; it’s a tapestry of emotions, experiences, and stories. On the fourth day of my journey, I had the opportunity to visit one of the many soup kitchens in the city. This particular soup kitchen has become a gathering place, a haven for many…

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Today marks a deeply personal and complex milestone for me. It’s my 22,000th day alive—a remarkable number of days filled with multi-faceted and crazy experiences that have shaped me. Yet, this day also coincides with September 11th, an infamous date that reverberates with pain and loss for many. The juxtaposition…

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