The Jewish Writing Project
Stories are a pathway to all of our souls. For centuries, people have related to each other, learned from each other and connected with each other through the sharing of [Read more...]
July 2010
Why Listening Is So Important
There is a saying about listening that eloquently summarizes the nature of the process. The source of the words is unknown, but the message is universal – “God gave us [Read more...]
Transition and Change
As you read this, I hope you take note of the new format for jewishsacredaging.com. The time has come for us to amp-up the vision of the site and what we can do, and so this [Read more...]
Reflections on Aging
I am part of the generation born during WW II, who now look in the mirror and are startled by the realization that even we are aging. The youngest of us has already reached [Read more...]
The Spiritual Challenges of Caregiving
Can faith and community be powerful aids to those caring for an aging loved one? In honoring our “father and mother,” how do we honor ourselves? Can a deeper [Read more...]
Honoring Choices…Discussions on Health Care Directives and Advanced Care Planning
At dinner the other night, a friend asked if I had a list of all the things an adult child should discuss with their aging parent. As we delved deeper into the question, it [Read more...]
CBS News: Dancing at 93 Years Old
Dance legend Mary Anthony has had a life-long love of dance. At 93 years old, she continues to dance and teach students. Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Anthony about her [Read more...]
Welcome to JewishSacredAging.com
Welcome to our newly redesigned site. (Read this month’s message for more on our new site.) By using WordPress as our publishing platform we hope that you will be able [Read more...]
D’var Torah: When the truth is found to be lies: The Coen brothers’ Rorschach for serious people
I learned about Jewish spirituality in a yoga class in 1971. I lay prone on the carpeted floor, relaxing after achieving the challenging Bridge posture for the first time. I [Read more...]
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