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TheJewishWoman.org Update: April 11, 2010

 The Month of Iyar
Tranformation Through Fear — Sefirat Haomer, Part II

When we incorporate restraint into our lives (whether its origin is fear, awe, respect or opposition,) we counter-intuitively open another realm of possibility and actually enhance our loving connections...
 Health Concerns
Eating Disorders

The pressure of dieting and physical appearance is something that my eight year old daughter is already aware of! Occasionally she will pat her round little belly and ask me if I think that she is fat. She is a little chubbier than some of her friends, but certainly nothing unhealthy or out of the ordinary. Should I put her on a diet?
 Joys and Challenges
Riding Out the Storm — Dealing with Temper Tantrums

I don’t give into these explosions of emotions. I’ve read the literature to ignore and contain the tantruming child which I’ve tried to follow dutifully. But to my shock, dismay and even guilt that I have not raised her well, they keep on coming...
 Editorial & Commentary
Spilling the Truth

We all know the dangers that alcohol can bring about. But nonetheless, a non violent person doesn’t suddenly hit, and a gentle and loving person doesn’t suddenly spew hateful remarks. For only what is in the mind and heart can come out through the mouth...
 Our Lives
Learning a New Language

As we enter the classroom and take our seats, my heart beats a good bit faster. Anticipation is what they call it; lack of intestinal fortitude is my definition! Oh no! The teacher’s going to call on me next! What is she saying?
 Acts of Transformation
The Mikvah

Everything you wanted to know about Mikvah but didn't know to ask.
 Poems about Life Struggles
Imagine and Never Forget

Imagine the faces you already know
Imagine the people you'll meet as you grow
Imagine the bodies you'll hold in your arms
Imagine the One whom you'll love and you'll charm

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Dear Rachel
Our 10-year-old son is a very sensitive boy. My husband is not an overly sensitive person. He has very little patience for our son’s gentle nature; in fact, he calls him a wimp...
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