At Thanksgiving, controversy exploded at the Covid-19 friendly outdoor celebration. Shots were fired across the plates with carved turkey and bowls overflowing with homemade cranberry sauce. The debate, however, was not as sweet as pumpkin pie. The topic was the choice, not about sides or condiments, but rather the decision between pursuing happiness or peacefulness.Continue reading “Thou Shalt Chill? A Book of Isaiah Ten Commandments’ Moment”
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Pet Peeve
i picked up author dennis prager’s national bestseller happiness is a serious problem with intent on writing a specific post. as a recent habit, i dive into books from the very beginning. i read dedications and forwards. mr. prager’s book was no exception. i took a plunge into his introduction. the intro hit me likeContinue reading “Pet Peeve”
You Choose: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“… everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms- to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” dr. victor e. frankl during the lockdowns, my legal practice was mostly relegated to sitting at my desk. court hearings, depositions, addressing correspondence,Continue reading “You Choose: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Why The Unhappiness? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
why are people who seemingly have everything-wealth, fame & security- are unhappy? why do life’s little things make you unhappy? dr. victor e. frankl’s insights provides some answers. in man’s search for meaning, dr. frankl states that “a man’s suffering is similar to the behavior of gas. if a certain quantity of gas is pumpedContinue reading “Why The Unhappiness? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Last Defining Act of a Great Life? Ten Commandments’ Tale
a 99 year-old new yorker was struck and killed while crossing a street in his wheelchair. did this final event define this man’s life? the new york mayor tweeted that “we owe it to his memory to make our streets safe for all new yorkers.” really? this 99 year-old will be remembered for more importantContinue reading “The Last Defining Act of a Great Life? Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Breaking the Broken Record: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
recitals were commonplace when my children studied violin. with a digital recorder performances were captured. eventually, a cd was burned with many pieces. while driving, i frequently listened to the cd. my daughter’s performance on a difficult piece captivated me. she played extremely well for three quarters of it. then, it happened. she struck oneContinue reading “Breaking the Broken Record: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
It Takes One To Get Together: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
One day this all will change, treat people the samematisyahu we would all be fortunate live in nazareth with their mayor ali salam. with the surrounding communities impacted by historic wildfires, nazareth has become a place of refuge for those living around jerusalem. he is proving himself as a transformative leader. mr. ali salam statedContinue reading “It Takes One To Get Together: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Chimp Who Wanted to Be Human: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
how dare you! greta thunberg chita the chimp wants to be mr. chita. he is incarcerated and his caretakers are in denial. per the nypost.com reports, chita was raised by humans. researchers have found that ” chimpanzees raised by humans had difficulties integrating with other chimps with social deficiencies lasting for decades after their releaseContinue reading “The Chimp Who Wanted to Be Human: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Courage to Not Be Courageous? A Ten Commandments’ Tale
olympic great simone biles, with her withdrawal from olympic competition, just joined the train of celebrities praised for showing the courage to not be courageous. ms. biles, along with the likes of prince harry, are in a unique position. unlike many who suffer mental health issues, they are celebrities positioned to monetize their mental healthContinue reading “Courage to Not Be Courageous? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Was He a God Fella? God, Sarah & Humor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“I make you laugh, I’m here to … amuse you? What do you mean funny, funny how? How am I funny? joe pesci, good fellas was joe pesci goodfellas’ epic scene inspired by the god fella? the torah records a similar scene. perhaps, the henry hill character was inspired by the matriarch sarah. the storyContinue reading “Was He a God Fella? God, Sarah & Humor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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