JL;DR

The Family First Inbox shares personal experiences and reflections related to familial dynamics, stress management, and emotional challenges. Stories range f...

The text, addressed to abuse survivors, conveys a message of hope and healing. The author shares their own experiences of pain, suffering, and silence, but a...

Ruth Fein, a pioneering figure in the Boston Jewish community, passed away at the age of 96. She made significant contributions as the first woman chair of B...

The author discusses how heated rollers, a classic hair tool often underestimated in favor of modern gadgets and salon treatments, have become a valuable tim...

Abigail Shrier, known for her controversial book on teenage transgenderism, now delves into the topic of child therapy in her new book "Bad Therapy: Why the ...

The author reflects on the challenges faced by working mothers of her generation, highlighting how the expectations of career success did not account for the...

Shelly Weiss, a prominent queer icon and progressive Jewish activist in Brooklyn, passed away at 77. Known for her work promoting LGBTQ awareness in the arts...

Chaya Raichik, the founder of Libs of TikTok, a right-wing social media channel, gained a viral following by targeting liberal communities and individuals. I...

"One Day" on Netflix offers a fresh take on the familiar love story trope with its compelling characters and nostalgia factor. Despite the main focus being o...

Miriam Margolyes, the iconic Jewish actress known for her roles in Harry Potter and Call the Midwife, has released a new memoir called "Oh Miriam: Stories fr...

"Jewish Virtue Ethics" edited by Geoffrey D. Claussen, Alexander Green, and Alan L. Mittleman delves into the history of Jewish thought by bringing together ...

Israeli peace activist Vivian Silver, dedicated to Arab-Jewish partnership and peace, was tragically killed by Hamas terrorists. Her unwavering hope for peac...

In Shiur 457, the discussion focuses on avoiding the main reason for divorce by maintaining connection with one's spouse throughout the course of a marriage....

The article discusses the weaponization of sexual violence by Hamas during an attack on Israel on October 7th. Despite evidence and survivor testimonies, the...

Peter Ellenstein, a Jewish theatre director and producer from LA, discovered he had 37 children after a daughter tracked him down as a sperm donor from the l...

"Glorious People" by Sasha Salzmann is a novel that delves into the themes of friendship and family relationships over two generations amidst the backdrop of...

Maintaining peace in the home, a Jewish value known as "Shalom bayit," can be challenging in the midst of everyday chaos and stress. The author reflects on a...

A new report by the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel details the use of sexual violence by Hamas as a weapon of war during their attacks on Oct. ...

Intersectionality has led to a complex support for Palestine within various social justice movements, such as Black Lives Matter, due to the belief in a soci...

Letty Cottin Pogrebin, a prominent figure in social justice causes and feminism, reflects on the Israel-Hamas war in a recent essay in Moment Magazine where ...

Ayala shares her story of struggling with chronic illness following difficult pregnancies and developing a benign tumor in her pituitary gland, which affecte...

A parent reflects on their journey to convert to Judaism as they realize the need for early intervention for their child. Feeling unheard and seeking connect...

Actresses Shira Haas and Sarah Paulson are set to star in a movie titled "Ethel" about Jewish conductor Ethel Stark, who led the first all-female orchestra i...

The New Museum in New York is currently displaying Judy Chicago's Rainbow Shabbat, a famous artwork that symbolizes interfaith solidarity. Created in 1992 as...

The discussion centers on an essay by Emily Gould that narrates her mental breakdown and the contemplation of divorce, considered a poignant cultural comment...

Canadian cyclist Leah Goldstein, who made history as the first woman to win a 3,000-mile bike race across the United States, was removed as the keynote speak...

The author reflects on the tradition of secret-keeping in her family, particularly through the use of Yiddish. She recalls how her parents would speak Yiddis...

Lili Ben Ami shares her experience turning a personal tragedy into a mission to combat domestic violence through the Michal Sela Forum, an organization she f...

Orthodox fashion designer Elke Reva Sudin recently launched her luxury scarf collection, called the Crown Collection, at New York Fashion Week. Sudin, who op...

In her book of essays titled "The Wandering Womb: Essays in Search of Home," S.L. Wisenberg explores her lifelong struggle to belong and feel at home. As a J...

Israeli women's leadership is crucial in times of crisis, such as the aftermath of the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks in Israel. Women have stepped in to fill the gap ...

The project, Best Face Forward 2.0, run by the Jewish breast and ovarian cancer organization Sharsheret, provides financial assistance to women undergoing ca...

Actress Debra Messing is working on a documentary titled "Primal Fear" about the Jewish reality of the post-October 7 world, focusing on both college campuse...

The Talmud offers advice on sex that challenges common stereotypes about religion being anti-sex. While the Talmud does propose limitations on things like ba...

Green Bean publisher Michael Leventhal has released what could be the first Jewish children's book in braille featuring a blind protagonist, "This is My Shab...

This article discusses the intersection of abortion rights and Jewish religious freedom in the United States. While many anti-abortion activists claim a reli...

Galentine's Day, celebrated on February 13th, honors the importance of female friendships and sisterhood, occurring just before Valentine's Day. This day emp...

The episode explores the challenges Jewish girls and women face in engaging with sports, featuring an interview with Chelsey Goldberg who successfully lobbie...

The authors reflect on the recent pain and challenges faced by the Jewish community worldwide as a result of the conflict in Israel and the rise of antisemit...

Living with a spouse who has a personality disorder (PD) can be incredibly challenging. Some signs of a PD include difficulty communicating, feeling lied to ...

The author expresses the difficulty in discussing homosexuality, as it has evolved in society from being taboo to being celebrated. They base their views on ...

Rabbi Wittenberg presents thoughtful insights on the weekly Torah portions, emphasizing inclusivity, care, and social justice. He urges readers to emulate Ab...

In this episode of Mishpacha Magazine's podcast, the focus is on Glikl of Hameln, a well-known figure in Jewish history. The discussion delves into the under...

The lack of ritual and liturgy in mainstream Judaism for experiences specific to women, such as menstruation, miscarriage, and mammograms, is a frustration f...

This article features various letters from readers discussing different topics. One letter discusses the role of Alfred Freedman, a Jewish psychiatrist, in d...

The Shiluv program aims to transform Jewish disability education by shifting attitudes and promoting true inclusion. Traditional disability awareness trainin...

The article discusses how the Palestinian cause has been tied to the U.S. Civil Rights Movement by left-wing activists. Using concepts like intersectionality...

Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux, known for their appearance on the reality show Love Is Blind, have announced that they are expecting their first child toget...

Mildred Weissman was a prominent advocate for women's rights, social justice, and Jewish culture. She made significant contributions to Jewish and secular mu...

The Family First Inbox for Issue 879 includes a variety of reader responses to articles published in the magazine. One reader discusses the therapeutic techn...