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They say that when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. But what if you don’t have the recipe? Luckily, recipes for personal growth, great relationships, and emotional health are readily available. Return to this page often for new Torah-true perspectives and practical information to understand, survive, and sometimes even thrive through life’s challenges.
Children and Loss
Avi reflects on death in Tana Toraja, contrasting them with Western discomfort of death, and emphasizes the importance of helping children understand loss.
Your Words Create Your World
Unveiling the Power of Speech: How Dialogue Transforms Your Identity, Relationships, and Self-Understanding
Why Facts Create Fights in Your Relationship
Facts inform, but emotions connect. In conflicts, focusing on the relevance and feelings rather than mere facts can open doors to understanding and intimacy.
Breaking the Chains of Depression
Depression suffocates joy and purpose. But amid this darkness, lies hope. Building a future with action breaks depression, creating joy and purpose.
Transforming Relationships: From Stop to Start
Addressing problems in relationships requires more than shouting “stop.” A better approach is outlining positive actions and understanding each other’s needs
Parenting After Aliyah
Navigating guilt and over responsibility after Aliyah. Understanding triggers, rewiring reactions, and finding resilience in the face of parenting challenges
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How Common is Suicide and How To Save a Life
Suicide is more common than you think. At some point in your life it will affect someone you know. Learn the steps you need to know to save a life.
Your Job as Client and My Job as Therapist
Ever wonder what therapists think of their job?
The Place Workshop: The 40 Day Challenge
Chaim SIlverstone is facilitating a workshop on breaking free from bad habits and addictive behaviors that are getting in the way of the life you want.
Ten Steps to Build Self-Confidence and Self Esteem
“Build self-esteem & confidence. Overcome challenges, give, find support, practice gratitude, be kind, conquer shyness, pursue hobbies. Love yourself, thrive!”
PTSD – Its Causes and Triggers
Discover the complex world of PTSD triggers in our article, revealing how triggers extend beyond direct trauma to include indirect experiences and sensory cues.
10 Tips for Parents with Kids in Shidduchim:
From traditional matchmakers to digital dating platforms, Miriam Miller explores how parents can navigate the evolving landscape of matchmaking.
Why Taking Your Responsibility is Different
Is there a type of responsibility you crave to take on? Learn what is real and fake responsibility.
Not Rocking the Boat Of Marriage
The key to marriage is realizing both partners can flip the boat they’re both standing in. Learn more.
Why Not Lie?
Lies may seem to get us out of trouble, but the truth is that they just keep the pain coming in small doses. Here’s how own up to the truth.