Why Practicing Gratitude Builds Resilience During Tough Times The world appears to be caught in a relentless cycle of upheaval since 2020 – navigating the challenges of Covid-19, witnessing conflicts in Russia and Israel, and facing an unsettling rise in racism against Jewish communities across the world, particularly in NYC, home to the largest Jewish… Continue reading Why Gratitude Is Important During Hard Times
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The Day Was Got Attacked in New York For Being Jewish
Add Your Heading Text Here The First Time I experienced an attack because of my identity On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, I found myself under attack on the street without any provocation. This occurred while I was holding the hands of my two young children. The motive behind this assault was undeniably clear – antisemitism.… Continue reading The Day Was Got Attacked in New York For Being Jewish
The Influence of a Good Teacher Can Never Be Erased
In Memory Of Yossi Shmueli Almost every one of us has had a teacher who has profoundly influenced our lives, someone who left a lasting mark on our hearts and minds. When is it time to express our gratitude to them? Just last Tuesday, I got another reminder from Mother Nature that there’s no better… Continue reading The Influence of a Good Teacher Can Never Be Erased
What Doesn’t Break Us Makes Us Stronger
This is not a history lesson about any ongoing conflict between Israel and terrorist organizations. This is a lesson in resilience. What can we learn from the hardships Israelis faced during times of war? The past few weeks have reminded us of some very dark days in human history. Humanity has once again exposed its… Continue reading What Doesn’t Break Us Makes Us Stronger
Stabbing in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn NYC – Ryan Carson Case Study
Ryan Carson, a 32-year-old activist residing in Brooklyn, met a tragic end when he fell victim to another fatal stabbing in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. He was murdered in a senseless act by a stranger who took offense to Ryan merely looking in his direction, and trying to calm him down as he kicked a motorcycle parked… Continue reading Stabbing in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn NYC – Ryan Carson Case Study
Time for Forgiveness, Self-Reflection, and Redemption
Today we observe Yom Kippur, a significant day in the Jewish calendar that marks the culmination of the Days of Awe or Days of Repentance. In tradition, Yom Kippur serves as a time of deep self-reflection and introspection, as per Jewish tradition. On this day, we believe that our actions and deeds from the past… Continue reading Time for Forgiveness, Self-Reflection, and Redemption
Krav Maga is a necessity, a Legacy and a Tool
A Reminder of History and the Commitment to Prevent Its Repetition: Krav Maga as a Legacy and Tool A couple of days ago I read in the New York Times that in recent years there has been a troubling resurgence of neo-Nazism. Neo-Nazi groups in Germany and across Europe have attempted to co-opt martial arts as a… Continue reading Krav Maga is a necessity, a Legacy and a Tool
Why Martial Arts Schools Swear by Uniforms, and Why It’s Important
The Power of Uniformity: Why Martial Arts Schools Swear by Uniforms, and Why It’s Important In our world of diverse cultures and unique identities, it’s fascinating to explore the many ways in which communities forge their distinctive sense of self. From countries and regions down to neighborhoods and even households, each pocket of society holds… Continue reading Why Martial Arts Schools Swear by Uniforms, and Why It’s Important
9-11-2001 Never Again
Never again 9/11 On September 11th, 2001, the world changed forever. Anyone of us who was living at that time can remember where we were when the news hit. It was clear that it wasn’t just “another disaster”; it wasn’t a force of nature that was bigger than us all. It was a great evil… Continue reading 9-11-2001 Never Again
Will AI Make Us More Violent?
AI is starting to become integrated into our daily lives; in every activity, subject and industry. At this point in time, we have excitement over the technology’s rapid advancement and the time it saves over lengthy tasks. But everything comes with a price. When we start realizing how expensive the price is, it may be… Continue reading Will AI Make Us More Violent?