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As a journalist, author, and inspirational speaker, Nina focuses on human potential, personal growth, and practical spiritual tools from a Jewish perspective. She holds a BA in magazine journalism from Syracuse University with a concentration in psychology.

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Judah Maccabee's Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech

Friday, December 18th, 2009

Just in from the JTA, a Judah Maccabee's Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech. Yes...you heard me right. Take a trip back in history and just...
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When a storm leaves you without power, light a Shabbat candle

This past week ushered in the first fall rain. However, it wasn't just an early rain but a true winter storm...
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Tonight Rosh Hashanah begins at same time that new moon and six planets align with Virgo

As Jews all around the world prepare for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, astrologers are watching as the new...
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What Michael Jackson's Jewish ties mean for Jews in general

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Ever since Michael Jackson was pronounced dead on June 25th, the newspapers, radio and television stations and talk shows seem to feel his story...
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Jewish Renewal in the Bay Area

I am at the Aleph Kallah this week in Columbus, Ohio. Therefore, I will not be able to post daily columns. I wanted...
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This Shabbat, do the right thing: Give tzedakkah

It’s Shabbat. We’re supposed to give tzedakkah on Shabbat. In fact, on Shabbat, I always give try to...
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Jewish modern dancer Anna Halprin reminds us to encourage children to dance

Yesterday marked the anniversary of Anna Halprin receiving the Samuel H. Scripps/American Dance Festival Award for...
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Swine Flu affects regional Jewish camp

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Swine Flu affects Jewish camps Yesterday I was enjoying tweeting with some fellow Jews on Twitter when one of...
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How to build a Jewish community...really

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In some cities, the Jewish community historically has huddled together like a family. I supposed this began when...
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