The following piece was selected as one of the winners of this year’s Refuat Hanefesh Creative Expression Contest. Age group: College And Up. It has been lightly edited. When I came back from my first stay at an inpatient hospital, I was scared to leave my house. I was scared of the questions people would Read More …
Sometimes, a book can provide the clarity needed to understand one’s life. I discovered the story of my life in a thin children’s book, Are You My Mother? by P. D. Eastman As a child, Are You My Mother? was my favorite storybook. It was the one I would read aloud to my brother each Sunday Read More …
Alcoholism, drug abuse, and extramarital affairs often go hand in hand. Any of these in themselves is a good reason to end a relationship. A combination of the three is even more difficult to overcome. In this article, we take a look at why drug addicts exhibit certain destructive behaviors and how to mend a Read More …
Being rejected because of mental illness is actually a good thing
At family get-togethers old fights are rehashed, and the same feuds rear their ugly heads. We can learn to navigate the challenges and enjoy family
The community regularly unites for celebrations, but what is beneath the surface in our community for those feeling deeply alone?
The Puffer Fish: A Study in Self-Preservation I recently saw a puffer fish at the aquarium. Famously, when a puffer fish senses danger, it puffs out to protect itself with its sharp thorn-like bristles. The fish can now protect itself and defend itself from predators. Possibly the most natural instinct is self-preservation. This innate proclivity Read More …
Together, we experienced the totality of the sun and the moon. How can this shared experience influence us and lift us?
We live in a world where we are encouraged to outsource to improve our lives. Outsourcing your marriage can improve your relationship, too.