Prominent askanim, like shadchan Lisa Elefant, reflect on the Cheshbon HaNefesh season's themes, expressing a need to move beyond superficial dating profiles...

"Tears and Honey" recounts a family's last-minute scramble to locate a machzor, illustrating the familiar pre-Yom Kippur stress and the emotional weight of t...

Planning is crucial for a stress-free and joyful Yom Tov, especially for those facing executive functioning challenges. Breaking down tasks into manageable c...

Cindy Scarr reflects on her experience growing up without her mother and the lasting impact of that loss on her life. Her mother, a beloved community figure ...

Cindy Scarr's article delves into the tuition crisis facing Jewish schools, highlighting both the financial strain on families and the deficits schools accum...

Cindy Scarr's interview with Rachael Lavon offers insights into the life and creative process of an award-winning Jewish fiction writer and editor of Mishpac...

In "The Path Forward," Cindy Scarr emphasizes the spiritual growth that can stem from both experiencing and healing from pain, particularly as related to one...

In Chapter 24 of "Picture This" by Cindy Scarr, tension arises between a couple as they navigate issues of privacy and communication. The male protagonist fe...

Cindy Scarr offers a thoughtful exploration of practical teshuvah, the Jewish concept of repentance and returning to righteous behavior. She acknowledges the...

Dovid Nachman Golding reflects on the power and significance of Jewish music, particularly during the Yamim Noraim, through stories of revered baalei tefilla...