Monthly Archives: January 2012

How I Find My Center

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

Written by Amy Chartock, National Programs Director                      Just when life can feel like it is spinning out of control, something magical happens and I feel centered once again.  Do tell, … Continue reading →

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The Gift of the Guide

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

Written by Robin Nafshi, Rabbi of Temple Beth Jacob This past June, I was diagnosed with uterine cancer. While I was only 50 at the time of my diagnosis, it really wasn’t a shock. My father – and his sister – … Continue reading →

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Mikveh and the State: Who Decides Who’s In and Who’s Out?

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

Written by Aliza Kline, Executive Director Mikveh is in the news here in Israel. Not regarding the battle of allowing Reform and Conservative clergy to bring conversion candidates to the mikveh – though that’s still ongoing in the courts. This … Continue reading →

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When the Mikveh Feels Overwhelming

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Written by Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus, Clinical Director at the Medical Center for Female Sexuality                 Often, we hear women talking about the positive impact of using the  mikveh. They may talk about … Continue reading →

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Maybe God

Posted on January 15, 2012 by

by Lisa Berman, Education Center Director Picture this: a sixth grader, participating in an education program at Mayyim Hayyim, responds to the question “who do you think might accompany someone when they are at or in the mikveh?” He answers: … Continue reading →

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When Mikveh Isn’t Enough

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

by Anonymous This is uncomfortable to admit, but I feel a tremendous relief when my period starts. It’s not because I’m worried about an unplanned, or, honestly, unwanted pregnancy. It’s because I know sex is off the horizon until I … Continue reading →

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Nurturing The Spirit

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

by Nina Stewart, Administrative Assistant                                                                       … Continue reading →

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The Words on Our Gates

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

By Stepheny Riemer, Member of Mayyim Hayyim’s Art Committee The words “Come in Peace” and “Go in Peace,” in English and Hebrew, now appear on the        archway to Mayyim Hayyim, completing the entryway to a special haven. The … Continue reading →

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A Thank-You To, and From, the Community

Posted on January 2, 2012 by

by Carrie Bornstein, Acting Executive Director Thank you. Thank you to all 1,254 of you who made a contribution, in any amount, to Mayyim Hayyim in 2011.  Whether you gave early in the year, right up until the end, or … Continue reading →

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