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AGEISM: A Public Health Issue
Marc Blessoff writes that Jewish Tradition commands us to respect our bodies and to strive for health as a means of honoring our relationship to God. It’s a mitzvah to be healthy and well. [Read more…]
Articles by Marc Blesoff
Reflections on Aging
In the Land of Post-Adulthood
Marc Blesoff reflects on the possibilities that continue to be available even as we age. [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
In These Days
This year, at the High Holidays, I glimpsed connection between the Days of Awe and our aging with intention: Treating oneself with honesty and tenderness. A changed rhythm. Self-reflection. Life review. Being a role model. [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
Me And We
JSA Contributing Author Marc Blesoff recalls swimming in a lake during vacations and how the human impact on the environment has changed that. [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
Aging from the Heart
JSA contributor Marc Blesoff realizes that aging serenely requires noticing and appreciating the world from the heart. [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
Let’s Celebrate That We Even Get To Age!
JSA contributor Marc Blesoff reminds us of the importance of celebrating aging as a successful accomplishment. [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
Not-So-New Normal?
Contributor Marc Blesoff discusses the pandemic and how we co-create the “new” normal. [Read more…]
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Thank you, Mr. Rogers!
The 15th day of the Hebrew month of Av, also known as Tu B’Av, is the Jewish holiday of love. As part of these Days of Awe, last week Oak Park Temple showed a movie [Read more…]
Reflections on Aging
Shaving Cream, Be Nice and Clean
Marc Blesoff gains a new shaving experience because of the pandemic, and insights into new experiences we can still enjoy as we age. [Read more…]
Living Longer-Living Better
Guest Commentary: COVID-19 pandemic no laughing matter
Guest contributor Marc Blesoff offers some suggestions on how to cope with emotional and physical stress during the coronavirus shutdown. [Read more…]