Hard times take many forms: the loss of a job or other economic hardship; the devastation of a flood or other natural disaster; the horror of violent assault. Just getting out of bed can be an act of great courage at times like these. Whisper a prayer for yourself, or say one for your friend, community, or the world. Hope will find you.Â
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Using the practice of hitbodedut to create our own prayers
A healing meditation based on the image of angels ascending and descending Jacob’s ladder
“If my knees begin to buckle, may I take them out for a walk or dance.”
A prayer in response to the 2016 United States presidential election
May your sadness be felt as deeply as it needs to be
A ritual to acknowledge a first mental health diagnosis and set a kavannah for a healthy journey
A meditation on the healing light of generations and ancestors
A prayer for the times when hiding one’s true gender identity is necessary
Now more than ever, we need the guidance of our ancestors, and creative expression provides a wonderful path for connection.
Express your love and gratitude for those who have profoundly shaped your journey and summon their wisdom into your own life.
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