Denying, Lying, and Surviving: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

sexual assault survivors confront many issues when their assailant is a medical professional. sexual assaults occurring during the course of a medical examination or procedure can be exceedingly complicated. medical examinations and procedures involving private parts can be extremely evasive and uncomfortable. even when done properly, these examinations and procedures can be painful and emotionallyContinue reading “Denying, Lying, and Surviving: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

New Leadership Needs To Rely On Old Principles For Success: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

history is an important tool leaders israel’s new prime minister should take time and at past prime ministers’ successes and failures. with respect to israel’s modern landscape, there is one prime minister in particular to study. he was a principled leader. as a result, he is know for significant accomplishment. he was menachem begin. whileContinue reading “New Leadership Needs To Rely On Old Principles For Success: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Family Redemption From Unforgiveable Acts? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

in minnesota, a successful palestinian family went into a crisis mode. their daughter’s once deleted tweets went public. as a 16 year old, their daughter posted vile tweets that were anti-black, anti-jewish and anti-gay. as a result, the community and social media upset ensued causing interruption to their business. the reported financial losses have beenContinue reading “Family Redemption From Unforgiveable Acts? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

“Follow the Money”: An Old Testament Concept: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

human nature apparently never changes. bad or corrupt conduct has always existed and will continue. humanity’s challenge is to temper it. jethro, moses’ father in law, and midianite priest, offered some of the most valuable advice to moses and society. he is perhaps one of history’s wisest individuals. the torah document jethro’s instruction to mosesContinue reading ““Follow the Money”: An Old Testament Concept: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Honoring Your Grandmother, the Queen: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

royal drama is great for the tabloids, conversation and of course, oprah. unfortunately, this drama gave me a new neighbor in my state, prince harry. since arriving to california, he and his wife apparently have decided to celebrate festivis, the seinfeld created holiday, on a year-round basis. we, the public, been subjected to the perpetualContinue reading “Honoring Your Grandmother, the Queen: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

No Dojo For You! The People Even Mr. Miyagi Couldn’t Save: Promised Land Syndrome: A Ten Commandment’s Tale

our resident sensei, mr. myagi, is all about having a foundation. he is all about not giving into fear. as mr. miyagi has expoused, one must conquer their fear and remember their roots which will lead to success. a pivotal moment in the ten commandments’ story was all about fear. moses was preparing the jewishContinue reading “No Dojo For You! The People Even Mr. Miyagi Couldn’t Save: Promised Land Syndrome: A Ten Commandment’s Tale”

The Domestication of Humanity? A Ten Commandments’ Story

“believe the science.” science has been weaponized to support popular positions. science has been used to demonize the bible. does the bible, however, show examples of scientific method? a late russian scientist, dmitry belyaev, conducted an experiment of which addresses this particular question. his research suggests that even god understands and applies science. dr. belyaev’sContinue reading “The Domestication of Humanity? A Ten Commandments’ Story”

NY School Chancellor Makes No Bueno Decision Concerning an Unprincipled Principal: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

public school principals exert tremendous power over both employees and students. principals can impact both parents and children. principals act on both matters of discipline to class assignment which can impact a child’s academic trajectory. likewise, principal can impact both teachers and school staff. principals have the power to subject to them to discipline, unfavorableContinue reading “NY School Chancellor Makes No Bueno Decision Concerning an Unprincipled Principal: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

In a Time of Craziness, Thank God There is Dr. Muhammad Awad

the most recent palestinian-israeli conflict has evoked strong emotions on both sides. dr. muhammad awad’s courage is one of the few things worthwhile acknowledging. dr. awad’s story should evokes “hope.” according to the jns.org, dr. muhammad awad, an e.r. doctor, with a medical team, was injured trying to save the life of a jewish israeliContinue reading “In a Time of Craziness, Thank God There is Dr. Muhammad Awad”

The House That Desperately Needed The Ten Commandments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

if there was any house in need of the ten commandments, it was the stackhouse residence. if only the ten commandments were plastered in every room and hallway. perhaps, tragedy could have been avoided. in a time when people decry the ten commandments as an archaic, dated and irrelevant document, news stories prove quite theContinue reading “The House That Desperately Needed The Ten Commandments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”