Manna, Minimalism, and My Grandpa Lenny
Jewish Values and Ethics, Torah Reflections, Personal Reflections, Sustainability & Minimalism, Jewish Spirituality, Spirituality & Wellness Stephanie Schey Jewish Values and Ethics, Torah Reflections, Personal Reflections, Sustainability & Minimalism, Jewish Spirituality, Spirituality & Wellness Stephanie Schey

Manna, Minimalism, and My Grandpa Lenny

"Take all you want but eat all you take"—my Grandpa Lenny’s mealtime wisdom from his army days echoes through my life. In Parshat Beshalach, the Israelites received a similar lesson with the manna: take only what you need, or risk it spoiling. What does this ancient wisdom teach us in a world of excess and consumer culture?

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Wrestling with the Torah: Vayishlach’s Lessons
Torah Reflections, Jewish Life and Identity, Jewish Personal Development, Jewish Values and Ethics Stephanie Schey Torah Reflections, Jewish Life and Identity, Jewish Personal Development, Jewish Values and Ethics Stephanie Schey

Wrestling with the Torah: Vayishlach’s Lessons

What does it mean to wrestle with identity, uncertainty, and faith? In this week’s parashah, Jacob’s transformation into Israel—'one who wrestles with God'—invites us into a legacy of questioning and growth. As we explore the layered, sometimes unsettling stories in Vayishlach, we uncover how wrestling with meaning keeps Jewish tradition alive and connects us to our shared name: Israel.

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Lessons from Toldot: What This Torah Portion Teaches Us About Family, Identity, and Personal Growth
Jewish Personal Development, Jewish Wisdom, Jewish Values and Ethics, Family, Torah Reflections Stephanie Schey Jewish Personal Development, Jewish Wisdom, Jewish Values and Ethics, Family, Torah Reflections Stephanie Schey

Lessons from Toldot: What This Torah Portion Teaches Us About Family, Identity, and Personal Growth

Discover how the Torah portion Toldot inspires personal growth. Reflect on the family narratives you’ve inherited, the roles you’ve played, and the masks you wear. Learn how to rewrite your story and step into your most authentic self.

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Sacrificing Integrity: What Vayera Teaches Those Who Struggle with God
Jewish Spirituality, Personal Growth, Jewish Wisdom, Reflections, Lessons and Insights, Jewish Personal Development, Torah Reflections, Jewish Values and Ethics, Ancient Texts through a Modern Lens Stephanie Schey Jewish Spirituality, Personal Growth, Jewish Wisdom, Reflections, Lessons and Insights, Jewish Personal Development, Torah Reflections, Jewish Values and Ethics, Ancient Texts through a Modern Lens Stephanie Schey

Sacrificing Integrity: What Vayera Teaches Those Who Struggle with God

In this week’s parasha, Vayera, Abraham’s silence as God demands the unthinkable speaks volumes. What can this ancient story teach us about integrity, faith, and the cost of blind obedience? For those who struggle with the concept of God, the lessons may be more relevant than you think.

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Lessons from Parashah Noach: Core Values for Intentional Living
Jewish Personal Development, Torah Reflections, Intentional Living, Jewish Life and Identity, Jewish Values and Ethics Stephanie Schey Jewish Personal Development, Torah Reflections, Intentional Living, Jewish Life and Identity, Jewish Values and Ethics Stephanie Schey

Lessons from Parashah Noach: Core Values for Intentional Living

In Parashah Noach, we read about the flood, a fresh start for humanity, and the importance of core values. Discover how this ancient story can inspire you to live more intentionally and align your choices with what truly matters. This post concludes with an practical and insightful exercise to define your own core values and create a path for conscious living.

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