For decades, mental health has been a taboo topic, only to be whispered about – if that. It has been heartening to see this reality slowly but steadily be overturned over the past several years. I would like to contribute to that process by discussing perhaps the most consequential time for our youth’s mental health: their Read More …
Anonymous author writes a poem describing what living with OCD feels like on a daily basis.
An anonymous contributor writes about her struggles in life
The following painting was selected as the 1st place winner of 2021’s Refuat Hanefesh Creative Expression Contest. Age Group: Adult Message from The Artist: I was diagnosed with PTSD, depression, and anxiety at the age of 11 due to medical circumstances. This piece is meant to show how my youth and innocence were taken away by Read More …
Eliana created a drawing to remind us all of the beautiful positives words that connect and stay within a persons heart forever.
The following poem was selected as the 2nd place winner of 2021’s Refuat Hanefesh Creative Expression Contest. Age Group: Adult MAKE YOUR DIFFERENCE: CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A PIECE TO OUR BLOG
This drawing was inspired by a quote from Harry Potter to inspire others to stay hopeful even in the darkest times.
One of the most meaningful wedding gifts that my husband and I received was a mezuzah case that contained some of the shards of broken glass from our chuppah ceremony. The breaking of the glass under the chuppah symbolizes two things. One, the destruction of the Temple and how no celebration can be complete without Read More …