Tag: Introspection

The author reflects on participating in the Marathon des Sables, an ultra-marathon in the Sahara desert, where he initially struggled with the stark conditions but found inspiration in the resilience of the armed forces participants.
The text reflects on the importance of introspection in response to tragedies, drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary challenges facing the Jewish community post-October 7.
The article discusses the notion that the yetzer hara (evil inclination) uses a strategy similar to Pharaoh's in keeping the Jewish people so busy that they don't have time to rebel against him.
This text addresses the question of why bad things happen to good people, particularly in the context of tragedies that befall the Jewish people.
The author of this article sets out to explore how she and six other women spend their time on a daily basis.
The author shares their personal experience of fasting on Yom Kippur without engaging in other religious practices like prayer or going to synagogue.
In episode 375 of Unorthodox, the focus is on entering the month of Elul, the period preceding the High Holidays where introspection is key.
In this episode of Unorthodox, Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin discusses the purpose of the Hebrew month Elul and how to make the most of it in preparation for the High Holidays.
The Hebrew month of Elul is a time of introspection for Jews as they prepare for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
The Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting isolation have caused many to have an encounter with their true selves.
Fowler, facing a flood and having refused evacuation, contemplates a distant light in the hills, indicating potential danger to his hideout.
After experiencing the sudden death of her close friend Ben, the author grapples with grief and anger, questioning her faith and traditions as Yom Kippur approaches.
The author reflects on their challenging relationship with their Israeli mother, longing for a more conventional and gentle maternal figure.
The author shares a conflicted encounter with another Jewish parent at his son's school, whom he deeply despises for perceived negative traits that mirror anti-Semitic stereotypes.