NYC is glorious: the street life, the food, the energy. But Boston is much cheaper and carries much less stress. The dilemma is intense and even spiritual.
I think we can all agree that one thing Chabad tradition got right was the establishment of healthy, spiritual habits. This one's my fave.
G-d does not need us to protect His reputation -- nor to use Him to protect ours.
The days of black and white definitions are gone. We are colorful, dynamic and full of texture -- and our connection to Gd defies all bins.
If there's one thing I love, it's sweet-talking plants. Tu B'Shvat Sameach!
Mermaid Esther: An Astonishing Fire has been shortlisted for the Rabbit Heart Poetry Film Festival
From Hasidic questioners to rebellious nuns and priests, limit-pushers within tight-knit groups have a special camaraderie. I'm jealous.
Vchol Karnei is a traditional, lively Chabad niggun that gives voice to the Psalmist. This is our take on it.
I spent a year with Chabad Hasidim in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. I exulted, starkly disagreed, and considered glorious possibilities—often in the same moment.
Death, you are my hugest fear, but also a sneaky beam of brilliant hope for transcendence.
