ESSAYS| 2016

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Reaching Beyond the Work-Life Balance

By Miriam Metzinger, Jerusalem Israel

Essays 2016

MyLife Essay Contest 2016   The work-life balance is often held up as a kind of golden mean that represents the optimal management of various aspects of one’s day-to-day reality. It involves devoting a fair amount of one’s time and energy to the home, work and to oneself. In an effort to create peace and

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Lessons from a Distracted Parent

By Bracha Turner

Essays 2016

MyLife Essay Contest 2016 My brother says, “I don’t need a kippah to remember God. I can be a good Jew without one.  It’s not the kippah but my mind that keeps me aware of God.”  There are many Jews who seem to agree. They point to those who engage in orthodox Jewish practice such

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Chassidus: The Ultimate Life Coach

By Moshe Feiglin, Brooklyn, NY

Essays 2016

MyLife Essay Contest 2016   I am very fortunate to, not only be a Shliach, but also a certified life coach. I am even more fortunate to be a Shliach (12,000 miles away from my hometown) in the Rebbe’s own shchuna, Crown Heights. How this all came about is an essay for itself. What I would like to share

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Embracing Inspiration

By Levi Naparstek, Myrtle Beach, SC

Essays 2016

MyLife Essay Contest 2016   People often strive to become inspired. Inspiration happens to be very important and at times crucial in leading a life full of meaning and purpose. Whether it emerges from a hearty sermon, an emotional encounter, or doing a good deed, a positive motivation and an enlivened spirit is always healthy

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