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IN THIS ISSUE: Cheder Menachem Hosts Science Fair 10 Tips For Finding the Right Therapist Strenghtening Common Bonds at Unity Day

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TO RNAD O S The C heder M enachem S cience Fair

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10 T IPS M ental Health and Therapy

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HO W YO U DO IN’ Baruch Hashem, Doin’ Good

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L ANIAD O HO S PITTA AL C ommunity Responsibility

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The Observant Jew

Scratch the Surface RABBI JONATHAN GEWIRTZ

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here’s an old story about a rabbi who visited a rich but miserly man and asked him to look out the window and describe what he saw. The man said he saw the peddler at the market, the widow begging for alms, and a young boy sitting on a curb. Then the rabbi had him look in a mirror and describe what he saw. “I see myself,” said the man.

“They are both glass,” said the rabbi. “So why is it that in one case you see others and in one case you only see yourself? It’s because the surface of one has been coated with silver. When the silver is added, you can only see yourself.” The point of the parable was that once the man became wealthy, i.e. he had “a little silver,” he no longer saw the needs of others.

Today, we have a different problem. It’s not just the mirrors that have been coated, but the windows too.

People look out the window and think they’re seeing others but they really only see themselves.

Let’s say you’re driving down the road and you smoothly change lanes mere inches in front of another car’s bumper.

Your passenger will likely freak out and yell, “You almost hit that other car!” (If it’s your spouse, the odds are that there will be some choice “terms of endearment” along with this exclamation.)

“No, I didn’t almost hit him,” you retort, “I saw him!” But you didn’t really see him. You saw yourself, surrounded by obstacles, and you maneuvered around them. Had you seen

the other person in the car you cut off, meaning you recognized there was a real person there, going about his business, you would have been more cautious and courteous. You thought you saw him, but you only saw yourself.

People hear about a tragedy and focus on how it makes them feel, not about the one to whom it happened. People will insist on visiting a sick person who doesn’t want visitors, or paying a shiva call late at night when the person wants to go to sleep, because they have to “do the mitzvah” of bikur cholim or nichum aveilim. If they were truly seeing the other person, they’d have that person’s feelings in mind.

Recently there was a tragedy at a funeral for a great sage.

As the coffin was being removed from the building where the funeral took place, the crowd surged forward, with people trying to get closer to it, and a man was trampled to death.

This wasn’t a young boy, or an elderly fellow, but a strong, healthy 27-year old adult who was pushed and shoved as people jockeyed for positions in the procession. In fact, as I write this, a second death has been reported as a result of injuries sustained at the levaya, this one an 18-year old young man who was engaged to be married.

The people who seemed so concerned about the honor of the gadol, who tried showing their respect by moving closer to his bier, were actually more concerned with themselves.

Perhaps they wanted to get closer so they could feel they did the right thing, or be able to say they showed such honor to him by being right next to the coffin. Had they been look-

“When the silver is added, you can only see yourself.”

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ing out a window though, seeing others, they would have been careful not to push against others in a way that could hurt them. They might have tried to take blows themselves, rather than inflict them on others.

The Gemara tells us that when Klal Yisrael came to the Bais HaMikdash, the throngs were so great that people found themselves lifted off the floor.

Do you see the difference? When the crowd there surged, they saw others and lifted them up. The crowd at the funeral saw themselves and knocked others down.

Clearly this was not intentional, and many people sincerely wanted to show Kavod HaTorah for the deceased, but the fact remains that though people thought they saw others, they were actually more focused on themselves.

When we are sitting at a table and make a joke at someone else’s expense, we’re seeing ourselves. When we go to a store and push ourselves ahead of others, or take our time at the register, even to contemplate which tzedaka cards we might purchase as we check out, we’re focused on ourselves.

Our only hope is to “scratch the surface” and remove some

of the backing that prevents us from seeing others. When we do that, we’ll start to realize how many other places our vision is blocked, and how so much of what we see is not objective observation but a reflection of our own desires and biases.

Of course, the best part of making this change to our outlook is that when everyone manages to start seeing others, we will all be looking out for each other. Then, none of us will falter. Instead, like the people celebrating with true joy in the Bais HaMikdash, we will all be uplifted.

Our only hope is to “scratch the surface” and remove some of the backing that prevents us from seeing others

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Jonathan Gewirtz is an inspirational writer and speaker whose work has appeared in publications around the world. You can find him at www.facebook.com/ RabbiGewirtz and follow him on Twitter @RabbiJGewirtz. He also operates JewishSpeechWriter.com, where you can order a custom-made speech for your next special occasion.

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Tornadoes in a Shoebox

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here was not a cloud in the sky on Sunday, April 26, 2015, but if there were, students at Cheder Menachem could tell you how they got there. Weather patterns was one of the many scientific topics displayed at the annual Cheder Menachem Science Fair.

Students from first through eighth grade marched into school with their heavily detailed tri-fold display boards.

Each student or team of students proudly displayed their projects in the shul where judges made their way through the labyrinth of volcanoes and elephant toothpaste.Projects on the harmful effects of smoking and pollution showed how young minds are already tuned to the public good. Every Project from Ink made of Berries to a battery made of fruit showed tremendous research and presentation skill..

Students and faculty remarked that it was a quite a year for science at the Cheder and they look forward to the future of science and especially student science projects.

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10 Tips About therapy and finding a therapist

MIA ADLER OZAIR, MA, LPCC, NCC

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he month of May happens to be Mental Health Month and the perfect time to think about the Spring, new beginnings, and all sorts of opportunity. The conversation around mental health, mental illness, and anything related has always been a challenge with existing stigmas. Even with all the advancements in technology and communications, people still have a hard time communicating about these matters. Unfortunately, not only is our wonderful Jewish community not immune to these matters, but we have an entirely unique and complex culture within which we live. In an effort to promote mental health and wellness within the Jewish community, I wanted share some recent statistics and a few helpful tips during Mental Health Month.

Recent statistics from the National Institute of Mental Health indicates that approximately 26.2% of all adults over the age of 18 in the United States alone suffer from a diagnosable mental illness. That is more than 1 in every 4 adults, 16

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and that does not count those who have troubles but not to the extent of meeting a diagnosis. If you, or someone you love, are one of that 26.2%, please get help immediately and don’t waste any more time. There are many caring, qualified therapists who can help you address mental health issues and assist you in reaching a better quality of living.

Here are ten important tips about therapy and finding the best help for mental health matters:

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There are many common misconceptions about what therapy is and how to find a qualified therapist to help.

By understanding the misconceptions and knowing how to overcome them you open the door to finding professionals who can help in your healing process.

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Unfortunately, often the stigma surrounding mental illness prevents people from getting the right help at the right time. This must stop! If you broke your leg you would go to the doctor. If you had the flu you would get medical help. So why, if you are feeling depressed or anx-

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ious or any other type of issue impacting your mental and emotional well-being, should you feel embarrassed about getting help? The answer is simple: You shouldn’t! Asking for help is a sign of strength and bravery, not weakness.

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Mental health issues can impact almost any aspect of a person’s life with a vast array of possible diagnosis available.

Take the time to educate yourself about what types of mental illness exists and how you can prevent mental illness from progressing by getting timely help.

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How do you know if you really need some help? I like to use one week’s time as a rule of thumb. If you are noticing a change in mood or behavior that is lasting for one week or more it is wise to consult with a mental health professional.

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By educating yourself on the process of therapy you can develop realistic expectations of how it may help you. Although counseling can be extremely helpful in your healing, there is no such thing as a “magic bullet” that solves all problems. Your dedication and personal commitment will be just as important as the skills of your therapist.

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Professional psychotherapy should be: healing, a process, a relief, enlightening, reflective, confidential, a challenge to old beliefs and patterns, a catalyst, actionbased.

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Many times I am asked, “Will I be told to take medication?” The answer to this depends greatly on your symptoms, ability to function, and the therapist’s general approach to therapy. Medication is not for everyone, yet at the same time it is a life-saver for some.

You are the primary factor in your health and wellness. Love yourself enough to take the necessary steps to get healthy and stay healthy.

If you know where to look and what to ask, the process of finding an exceptional therapist does not need to be a daunting one. Most communities offer a variety of options and at a variety of prices when it comes to mental health and counseling services.

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“quick fix” (you may see results quickly—great! The goal is sustainable change over time for long-term impact.)

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.As with anything in life, commitment and consistency are the keys to success.

You are the primary factor in your health and wellness. Love yourself enough to take the necessary steps to get healthy and stay healthy!

In an effort to further this conversation in the Jewish community, on June 15, 2015 at 7:30 PM at Social Media Dashboard on Pico Blvd. I will be hosting an evening on mental health and wellness and will be launching my new book, “Insider’s Secrets: How to Choose an Exceptional Therapist (and How to Avoid the Bad Ones).” The registration link will be found on the Social Media Dashboard and on my website at www.miaadlerozair.com. The first 50 registrations will receive a free copy of my new book. Wishing you excellent mental health and wellness and looking forward to seeing you in person on Monday evening, June 15th.

Mia Adler Ozair is a clinically licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Los Angeles, California working exclusively with women’s issues. She is a passionate advocate for mental health. Mia is also a professional writer who recently released, “Insider’s Secrets: How to Choose an Exceptional Therapist (and How to Avoid the Bad Ones).” For more information please visit, www.miaadlerozair.com.

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Strengthening Common Bonds ‘Unity Day’ and Prize will Honor Memories of Abducted Israeli Students ZACK PYZER, TAZPIT NEWS AGENCY

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n June 3rd, senior Israeli officials will hold two events in memory of a trio of teenagers who were abducted and murdered last summer by Hamas terrorists.

Unity Day, and the Jerusalem Unity Prize, organizers said, would promote tolerance and cooperation between different sectors of the Jewish People in Israel, and the Diaspora. The prize winners, organizations and individuals who have excelled in promoting messages of unity through their work, will share an NIS 300,000 award in a ceremony to be hosted by President Reuven Rivlin.

The projects were organized by the Mayor of Jerusalem, Nir Barkat, along with the parents of Naftali Fraenkel, Gilad Shaer and Eyal Yifrah. The boys were abducted from a bus stop south of Jerusalem by two Hamas terrorists, who shortly after shot them, and hid their bodies.

“The Jerusalem Unity Prize and Unity Day serve to memorialize the three boys by strengthening the common bonds that exist within our Jewish people and encourage greater tolerance and mutual respect between all sectors of our greater community,” Barkat wrote in a statement to the Tazpit News Agency.

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“The Jerusalem Unity Prize and Unity Day serve to memorialize the three boys by strengthening the common bonds that exist within our Jewish people...”

—Nir Barkat, Jerusalem Mayor Barkat lauded “…the ideals that were so remarkably exhibited during that most difficult period in the wake of the boys’ kidnappings and truly re-

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vealed this all-important aspect of our national identity.”

The students’ parents and families were acclaimed both in Israel and across the Jewish world for their strength and humility, both during, and after the 18 day ordeal in which the fate of their sons remained unclear.

“The kidnappings of our boys marks one of the more difficult moments in Israel’s modern history. But the reality is that out of this bitter tragedy came a spirit of unprecedented unity amongst the Jewish people,” the parents said in a joint statement.

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The Tech Rabbi

Harkham Hillel Educator Recognized as Apple® 2015 Distinguished Educator (ADE) “Students of the 21 st Century thrive when their educators open vistas and allow them room to discover.”

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pple announced the awardees of the highly coveted Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) honors of 2015. Rabbi Michael Cohen, Director of Technology at Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy has been recognized as one of the world’s most innovative educators – seeking new paths to integrate technology in and out of the classroom.

Rabbi Cohen is amongst an elite group of educators worldwide, collaborating with Apple on global education initiatives and embracing new opportunities to bring the freshest, most innovative ideas to students everywhere. “It is exciting to be a part of an educational environment that allows its Educational Staff to pioneer on behalf of the students” says Rabbi Y. Boruch Sufrin, Head of School and Covenant Educator Award Recipient.

“Students of the 21 st Century thrive when their educators open vistas and allow them room to discover.” Jason

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Ablin, General Studies Principal of Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy serves as the educational mentor and guide to ensure that Michael Cohen, ADE, has the platform to collaborate with and engage the school staff and community while integrating the latest in Apple technology into the curriculum. Hillel’s 600 students and extended community of learners are privileged to have Michael Cohen as part of its distinguished faculty. Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy is a Blue Ribbon, NAEYC and CAIS accredited K-8 school. To view ADE educators’ creative teaching ideas in action – http://www. apple.com/education/appledistinguished-educator.

Rabbi Michael Cohen is the creator of the “Invisible iPad” approach to technology use in education, a topic on which he has presented at several conferences, institutions, and a featured article on MindShift.com.

Due to this innovative approach, Michael was selected to join the Apple Distinguished Educators Class of 2015.

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The Observant Jew

How You Doin’?

RABBI JONATHAN GEWIRTZ

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hey say the only foolish question is the one not asked, but what about the ones whose answer you don’t really want to know? Yet, we constantly ask people, “How are you?” or “How are things?” but most often we don’t mean it. We’re not really asking for a status report.

We don’t expect them to say, “Well, I’ve got this really bad rash and when I sneeze my ears feel like balloons filling up, plus there’s this really obnoxious co-worker who gets on my nerves.”

In fact, if someone DID answer like that, they’d be taking advantage of the situation because nobody asking that question really wants to hear your answer, unless you’re sitting on their couch and paying them upwards of a hundred bucks an hour for therapy.

And yet, it’s become commonplace to ask those questions.

I noticed it one day when I overheard a conversation that sounded quite familiar: “How is everything?” “Thank G-d,

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it’s good.” “How is the family?” “Oh, really good, thanks.”

“And your job?” “Baruch HaShem, it’s going well.”

Now, that conversation provided no new information.

The questioner wasn’t really expecting a different answer and the answerer wasn’t about to spill his guts talking about things he knew the other guy really didn’t want to know. It’s like some sort of ancient ritual where both sides know it’s meaningless but they do it because it’s customary.

Now, my wife’s grandmother, Babbie Leeba a”h, who endured a lingering illness, when asked how she was feeling would say, “Baruch HaShem Yom Yom,” Thank G-d, day by day. The posuk in Tehillim (68:20) says that every day HaShem helps us bear the burdens we have. In that case, we acknowledge that things are sometimes challenging but it’s HaShem Who gets us through. It also conveys that even though sometimes life is a struggle, if we take it one day at a time, we can handle it.

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Since that response doesn’t require a lengthy discussion with emotional investment, I think most people are OK with it. So if we don’t want an answer, why do we ask it? Isn’t it disingenuous?

I got to thinking about it recently and decided it isn’t. Though we don’t want to hear an answer, what we’re saying, in effect, is, “I hope everything is going well for you.” We may not have time or the energy to get involved if it isn’t, but I care about you enough that I hope it is. Then, I had another insight which was borne out by an experience that was clearly Heaven-sent.

While I was in the midst of writing this article, I was at a nursing home and a staffer asked a resident how she was doing. She said,“I’m not so good…” and started listing what was annoying her.

Then she stopped and said, “I actually should say, “Thank G-d,” because I don’t have any pain.” Bingo! I knew I was onto something.

What we’re doing when we ask people how they are is giving them a chance to say, “Thank G-d, things aren’t as bad I tend to think to myself.” By thanking HaShem as part of a perfunctory ritual, we accomplish two things. One, we overcome some of the negativity we might otherwise talk into ourselves by actually speaking out that “Thank G-d, things are good.” We’re putting it out there that we’re capable of speaking positively about our lives.

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have to bother us so much that we can’t get past it. We CAN put on a happy face!

But there’s more. When we thank HaShem and say things are good, we are also accepting whatever He’s given us with love and appreciation. When we do that, HaShem is inclined to give us more because we show that we appreciate Him. I believe I heard in the name of the Chofetz Chaim that when one accepts ‘yissurim,’ troubles, with love, he negates the need for them to continue! Because he has shown that he trusts HaShem, the person grows closer to him and accomplishes what the troubles were intended to accomplish. He gets the message, which is the whole point of the suffering to begin with.

So, the next time someone asks, “How YOU doin’?” Smile, thank HaShem, and say, “It’s all good.”

Jonathan Gewirtz is an inspirational writer and speaker whose work has appeared in publications around the world. You can find him at www.facebook.com/RabbiGewirtz and follow him on Twitter @RabbiJGewirtz. He also operates JewishSpeechWriter.com, where you can order a custom-made speech for your next special occasion.

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ere’s a question.

Why do so many American Jewish liberals sympathize with illegal immigrants to America, yet vilify those whom they consider “illegal” Israeli settlers in Judea and Samaria? If you stop and think about it, it makes no logical sense.

Foreign nationals who sneak across America’s borders are obviously breaking the laaw. They did not apply for permission to enterr, in accordance with our country’s immigration laaws. They did not wait their turn, as legal immigrants do.

Nonetheless, many Jewish liberals believe that America’s illegals should not be punished for that crime, but rather be allowed to remain in the United States and, sooner or laterr, granted citizenship.

Advocates of legalizing the illegals say that is the humane, compassionate thing to do. After all, most of the illegals haave come from underdeveloped countries, in search of a better life. They are hoping to leave behind the poverty and insecurity of their native lands.

America is a land of plentyy, and we should be willing to share with them, beyond already generous U.S. quotas for legal immigrants.

Or so the argument goes.

But when it comes to the Jewish residents of Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem – regarded as “illegals” by much of the international community – where is their compassion? There can be no doubt that the Jewish “settlers” haave a much strongeer claim to enter the territories where they reside.

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hundreds of millions of American Christians. By contrast, the Bible says nothing about Nicaraguans haaving a divine right to move to Texas.

From the viewpoint of history, Jerusalem has been capital of the Jewish people for more than 3,000 years. Judea and Samaria were the heartland of the Jewish kingdoms that thrived for more than 600 years in Biblical times.

From a religious viewpoint, too, the Jews have a unique and profound attachment to the areas they haave re-settled in modern times. Judaism’s holiest site is the Teemple Mount, located in the Old City section of Jerusalem. The second holiest site in Judaism is the Cave of the Patriarchs, in Hebron, burial site of the Biblical patriarchs and matriarchs. By contrast, there is nothing in America that makes e it sacred to, say, a newcomer from Mexico or Guatemala.

Our point is that, loggiically, those who support letting illegals stay in the United States ought to be just as supportive of Jews living in Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem--or even more so.

The reason many such people do not support the Jewish “settlers” is because of the violent opposition of the Palestinian Arabs.

But aren’t Palestinian bigots who don’t want Jewish neighbors just as racist and repulsive as anti-immigrant extremists in America who don’t want Latino neighbors?

Jewish liberals who reject Ku Klux Klan-type attitudes in the Midwest should reject them in the Mideast as well. Whyy are “Jewish illegals” somehow less deserving of their sympathies?

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A Laniado Hospital Initiative: Panel Discussion on “Community Responsibility Community Preparedness” hosted by Nessah Congregation, Sunday June 7th

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It was no surprise to Lieberman when visiting here during the time of the massacre in France in the Magazine offices and at the Kosher Supermarket, that he was approached by one of the local doctors who asked if Laniado Hospital would consider setting up a disaster preparedness seminar for the community.

The doctor had explained to the Director of the West Coast Friends of Laniado Hospital that no one wishes this to happen in our quiet and peaceful neighborhood but that we can’t continue to be complacent or oblivious to what is taking place around us in the world. Praying and wishing it won’t happen is unfortunately not enough. There is the Hishtadlus that each and everyone of one has to take upon himself, “..V’nishmartem Maod Es Nafshosaichem..”

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placed before Chaim Hammerman, the CEO of Laniado Hospital, who immediately gave his consent to carry out the Panel Discussion. He stated that, the goal of the Klausenberger Rebbe Zecher Zadik V’Kadosh in establishing Laniado Hospital was putting the value of life before everything else. If our experience that we acquired, he says “under the very unfortunate circumstances of the Intifada, when treating the victims of 22 different terrorist attacks that took place in Netanya” within a very short period, including the Park Hotel ,massacre of Seder night 13 years ago, can save lives in other communities around the world, “then it is our obligation to be there”.

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In view of events in Europe, and potential threats in the USA, the Medical Board of the West Coast Friends of Laniado Hospital in coordination with Laniado Hospital and local authorities is initiating a Panel Discussion, “Community Responsibility – Community Preparedness”, open to the spiritual, educational and lay leaders and members of the community to raise their awareness on the subject of community and security preparedness.

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tional leaders of the community, parents of school children and shul members to participate at the Panel Discussion, one of the major events taking place within “The Third Laniado Hospital Week” to take place at 11:45AM on Sunday, June 7th , 2015 at Nessah Congregation in Beverly Hills, CA. Nessah Congregation is the Host Sponsor of the Panel Discussion.

PANEL CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS RABBI ABRAHAM COOPER, Associate Dean of the Simon Wiesenthal Center will Chair the conference.

LYDIA LANXNER, Coordinator of Disaster Preparedness at Laniado Hospital, Israel; chosen by the Israel security establishment to train the Jewish European Leadership in Disaster Preparedness.

MICHAEL DOWNING, Deputy Chief LAPD, Commander of Counterterrorism & Special Operations Bureau, LAPD

Lydia Lanxner, Coordinator of Disaster Preparedness at Laniado Hospital, training European leadership in Disaster Managemen

Yaki Lopez, Consul for Political Affairs, of the Israel Consulate, Los Angeles will deliver Greetings. Urie Lieberman, Director of the West Coast Friends will make final remarks.

Lydia Lanxner, Disaster Preparedness Coordinator at Laniado was recently called upon by the Israeli Security establishment to fill a leading role in training European Jewish community leaders on community preparedness and building institutional contingency plans. She is seen here in photos training European leadership at Laniado Hospital.

This will be the third time that Laniado Hospital is placing Disaster Preparedness on the Los Angeles community agenda.

Laniado Hospital sees its communal responsibility to share its world expertise gained under very unfortunate circumstances and to help create an environment for community preparedness in Israel and in Jewish communities overseas.

Urie Lieberman, Director of the West Coast Friends of Laniado Hospital thanks Nessah Congregation’s distinguished leadership, Rabbi David Shofet and Rabbi Menachem Weiss and Simon Etehad, President for their continued cooperation and friendship over the years and especially for hosting the Panel Discussion. Medical Board Planning Committee of Panel Discussion: Dr. Ernest Agatstein, Dr. Robert Levine, Dr. Nissan Kahen, Dr. Irving Lebovics, Dr. Aman Naziri, Dr. Steven Presser, Dr. Rami Sadeghi and Dr. Dan Wohlgelernter For Registration: wcfpanel.eventbrite.com For further information please visit - website wcf-laniado.org - or call 310-385-9293 - or email uml@wcf-laniado.org May 2015 •

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Floaty Spiritual Seeker to Entrepreneurial Health Nut SHAINA KAMMAN, HHC, AADP

THE QUEST I have always been the most ambitious and visionary kid I know (yes, I am still referring to myself as a kid). At six years old I would stand in front of my mirror about as tall as the doorknob and look out into the sea of people in front of me. From the stage I reflected back to them the truth of who they are, and that they, for sure, can build their vision. But, of course! Where did I learn to do that?! Nowhere. It’s not a learned behavior, it’s just the essence of my soul coming out to play.

Once I was finally in a big enough school that had student council, did I run for student council? Of course. I ran in 7th grade (can’t remember what for), and lost. I ran in 8th grade (can’t remember what for), and lost. I ran in 9th grade for VP

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and won, and I ran for President in 10th grade and won. Ahhhh, sweet success at last. A four year journey (four years when your 12-16 is very long).

In high school I went to see a lot of shows. The experience was pretty much always the same but I remember one in particular.

We were seeing John Mayer at the Shoreline Amphitheater, and my heart was aching, busting, pulling on me, like always. “You’re supposed to be up there! Make it happen, yo!” I didn’t learn until years later (not joking) that this is not the universal experience when going to huge concerts and venues. I didn’t know. I thought that’s was what going to shows felt like for everyone.

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sic. OMG THIS PLACE IS PERFECT. I was in love. It was the only place I applied. Although they only asked for one, I sent in two different narrative essays (one that compared the creator and creative process to a ketchup bottle and the ketchup coming coming out of it) along with my transcript. I got in. I went. I loved it. I’d never felt so in touch with my soul, never felt so challenged with my craft, never felt so empowered, so lit up.

The vibrance of my light enabled such courage inside of me.

And, contrasted with my darkness. The things I was afraid of. I saw where I was headed, the good and the bad. I remember coming across this Janis Joplin quote “Every night I get on stage and make love to 10,000 people. And then I go home alone.” The depth of the way I related to this was like a zinger straight into my (let’s be honest here- hardened) heart.

During that time I also met a Jewish family that was unlike anything I’d ever encountered before. They were how I felt on the inside AND totally enmeshed with Torah. They we’re thrilled to be alive. Humbled and ecstatic to have the opportunity to make this world a better place. They we’re bold. I’m bold!

For the first time, Judaism wasn’t scary to me. Judaism had always felt like a trap, a mixed bag. But part of the mixture was totally toxic for me so I had to just abstain, no matter how much part of it called to my depths. I remember trying to go to Synagogue and after five minutes I couldn’t take it anymore and I had to leave. “I love you,” I whispered to G-d as I walked out, “but, I hate this.” But this was different! This felt healthy! This was empowering, this was true, this was so. My. Jam. The pinnacle was seeing the husband and wife interact. It was like nothing I’d ever seen before. I’d never seen a marriage of two alive and awake people, awake to their individual and collective power driven by open-heart relentless urgency to serve. Awake to their imperfections, and awake to each other’s fire. This I could do.

This was the first time in my life that I actually contemplated marriage, because it was the first time I encountered it in a way that could fit my soul. I came home one day and told my best friend and roommate (who I learned to speak a bit of Korean with!) “Ya know, I could see myself getting married within the next four years” (and four years later I did marry my husband).

I was very clear that I wanted to go to Israel and immerse myself in this Torah, this Torah of Life. This was so clearly the song in my soul. Learning this stuff, I finally felt seen and even mentored.

The depth of my own open-hearted urgency to bring my intrinsic gifts to the world finally was not only being matched, it was being shepherded along and pushed to grow. OMG THIS PLACE IS PERFECT. After spending two years there on a mountain top digging deep into the Torah and deep into me, I returned to the US. I felt so free.

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most essential elements of my soul we’re being given spotlight and life. The feelings of my potential and passion not being able to enter my life or body, we’re being replaced with incredible expression. I looked like my soul. I’m pretty sure that this is why when when my husband and I met, we both knew within minutes that this is it.

The maturity that accompanied married life really opened my eyes yet again. I’d never really appreciated my health or taken too much notice of my body. Being a spiritual seeker and a musician was natural to me. Getting to the core of things. What I learned through those challenges in our first years, is that my body matters and not every solution is about the essence.

THE ELIXIR Sometimes we feel held back because we’re out of touch with our soul, with our mission, with ourselves. This I knew. But, sometimes we’re held back because we’re not eating properly, or sleeping properly, or getting any fresh air, or moving our body at all. We’re out of touch with our body’s needs, with ourselves. This I did not know.

When I was single I would often spend the entire day uber focused on whatever project or creative endeavor, without really eating, or taking breaks, or getting fresh air. All the flaws of this system came bubbling to the surface once I got married.

Sometimes you have an argument because you really need to hash through it to figure out what the other person is trying to say.

But, what I learned is that the majority of the time, I was arguing because I was hungry. There was no deep existential understanding we needed to come to. We needed lunch and a walk outside. Or, if there was something that really needed to be worked through, we could do it with so much more ease and grace once our physical needs were met.

This principle holds true across the board. Whatever element of your soul is involved, be it the leader or the lover, getting your physical needs met enables and empowers you do your thing with the utmost ease and grace possible.

Our ability to show up and serve is directly commensurate to the health of our body. It’s not *just* about our soul. So, reluctantly at first, I embraced this. And it has become a core element of my mission. Sharing not only this truth, but also teaching the easiest and most effective strategies to be vibrantly healthy so that we can rock the socks off our mission. So like I said, the last thing I ever expected to care about was nutrition because I only care about things that matter. But, as it turns out, it does matter. Go figure.

And, so, this ambitious and visionary kid has come to realize that if I really want to take over the world (I do) than the best, and really only, way for me to do that is to keep my body vibrantly healthy and strong. This is the magical elixir for a sustainably vibrant, strong, powerful and actualizing soul.

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or 100 years, Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles ( JBBBSLA) has provided mentoring for Jewish children ages 6 and older. Mentoring can have a significant impact on a child’s life.

Whether experiencing social or emotional challenges, or seeking additional enrichment and support, there are many circumstances in which a child may benefit.

At present, JBBBSLA has an acute need for male mentors, with 20 boys waiting to be matched with a dependable adult. So now, more than everr, is the time to act. At the same time, they also have many fema e le volunteers available to mentor girls who could benefit from an additional caring adult role model.

Daniel, a “ Big Brother” who has been matched with his “ Little Brotherr,” Jake, for two years now, feels that, “ Particularly with kids, it makes a differ e ence when you do something on a recurring basis, and show an interest in the things they love. It is in those moments of shared meals or hanging out at the park, that kids can let go, open up, and gain the con-

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“There are many kinds of tzedakah,”” Daniel concludes, “and I have come to think of my volunteer experience as a Big Brother as a ‘more complete tzedakah’. I have come to realize that the gift of time is no less real than monetary ones, and in fact, may be something greater. I really do feel that I am truly giving.”

JBBBSLA volunteers must be 21 or olderr, Jewish, and willing to commit to seeing their mentees twice a month for at least one year. JBBBSLA provides comprehensive training and ongoing profes e sional support, as well as an active peer network.

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Recipe Corner FIG AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION Take advantage of one of the seasons sweetest treats – figs! They are delicious cooked or raw and this salad combines them with the saltiness of blue cheese and sweetness of reduced balsamic vinegar in a simple yet beautiful starter.

Times Prep Time : 10 min Cook Time : 5 min Ready Time : 15 min

Servings 2

Ingredients 1/4 cup Bartenura balsamic vinegar 1 cup baby red leaf lettuce, torn 5 figs, halved 1/4 cup Danish blue cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper

Directions In a small saucepan, reduce balsamic vinegar by simmering over medium low heat for about 5 minutes or until thickened.

In a bowl, combine lettuce, figs, cheese, hazelnuts and olive oil.

Divide between two plates or bowls and drizzle with balsamic reduction.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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THREE CHEESE WONTON RAVIOLI Times Prep Time : 15 minutes min Cook Time : 7 minutes min Ready Time : 22 min Servings 2 Ingredients 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 4 ounce goat cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup marinara sauce 1/4 cup Pine nuts, toasted 24 Gefen Round Wonton Wraps

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Directions Fill a large pot three-quarters full with water and bring to a boil.

In a small bowl, combine ricotta, goat and Parmesan cheeses and mix well. Stir in chives, basil, salt and pepper and set aside.

Lay 6 wonton wrappers on a cutting board and place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each. Brush the edges with a little water and place another wonton wrapper on top, sealing the edges and pressing out any air bubbles around the filling but leaving about 1/8-inch border from the edge. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers and set aside.

Heat marinara in a small saucepan over low heat until warm, stirring occasionally.

In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast pine nuts until just brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.

While pine nuts are toasting cook ravioli in boiling water until the ravioli float to the top, about 2 minutes. Drain, toss with marinara sauce and garnish with extra parmesan and toasted pine nuts.

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SAVORY MINI PIZZA DONUTS Use a special donut pan to make these savory pizza flavored doughnuts. Pack them for lunch or save for a snack, everyone will love these.

Times Prep Time : 5 min Cook Time : 15 min Ready Time : 20 min

Servings 46 mini donuts

Ingredients 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup pizza or spaghetti sauce 1/2 cup Les Petites Fermières Shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup Les Petites Fermières Shredded mozzarella cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 eggs 3/4 cup Whole Grain Spelt flour

Directions Equipment needed 2 mini donut pans or a mini muffin pan.

Pre-Heat Oven at 400oF. In a large bowl mix milk, sauce,cheese, salt, pepper, seasoning and eggs.

Mix well.

Add Spelt flour.

Pour about 1 tbs of batter into each mini donut pan compartment.

Bake for 15 minutes.

Serve with your favorite spaghetti or pizza sauce.

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LOWFAT CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE Times Prep Time : 15 min Cook Time : 1 hour Ready Time : 1 hour, 15 min

Directions

Servings 8

Add the sugar, cocoa, vanilla extract and raspberry preserves and continue beating until the ingredients are incorporated.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. With an electric mixer, beat the fat-free cream cheese until soft.

Ingredients 16 ounces fat-free cream cheese 1 cup sugar 1 cup cocoa 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons sugar-free seedless raspberry preserves 1/2 cup Egg Beaters 99% egg substitute 16 ounces fat-free sour cream 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 (10 ounce) package frozen raspberries, thawed 1/3 cup Karo corn syrup Light whipped cream (optional)

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Add the egg substitutes, fat free sour cream and salt and continue beating until no lumps remain and mixture is smooth and liquidy. You may have to beat the mixture for several minutes to reach this consistency.

Pour batter into a lightly grease a 9-inch spring form pan.

Place in oven and immediately reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F. Bake for one hour, or until center is set and firm to the touch. Turn off oven and allow cheesecake to stay in cooling oven for one hour longer.

Remove and cool completely. Refrigerate overnight before serving.

To make the raspberry sauce, in blender, puree thawed raspberries. Strain and stir in 1/3 cup Karo corn syrup.

Serve one slice of cheesecake drizzled with raspberry sauce and a dollop of light whipped cream if desired. Reprinted with permission from www.joyofkosher.com.

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Beit T’Shuvah Thrift Boutique (310) 204-5200

CLOTHING Children’s Costume Gemach - Bubby Goldie’s (L’ilui Nishmas Chana Golda Krausz) Abi Katz (323) 395-7465 Miriam Montag (323) 646-5988 Rochel (323) 318-0108

Chairs/Tables (for rent) Susan Osherovitz Council Thrift Shop

Kehila Shatnez Testing Joe Stoltz

Keilim Mikva Directory: Anshe Emes Keilim Mikva 1490 S. Robertson Shaaray Zedek Keilim Mikva 12800 Chandler Blvd.

Young Israel Keilim Mikva 225 S. LaBrea Ave.

(323) 936-8760

Maternity – Miriam’s Maternity Gemach Tzniusdig maternity clothes. Various styles for both weekdays and Shabbos. All Sizes. (310) 404-1155

COUNSELING & HEALTH

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leaving the hospital, recovering at home, or any emergency. www.bikurcholim.net (323) 852-1900

(323) 595-0446 (800) 400-6259

Folding Beds (call during evenings only) Esti Tendler (310) 557-3461

(310) 275-5640 (818) 763-0560 (323) 931-4030

Aleinu - Counseling & Family Resource Center 24 hour hotline (310) 247-0534

Mezuzah Gemach (30 day rental)

Bikur Cholim – Jewish Healthcare Foundation Medical Equipment Free Loan Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and all types of medical supplies are available at no cost for those

LEGAL SERVICES

May 2015 •

323-965-1544 •

Irwin Lowi

(323) 932-1025

Bet Tzedek Legal Services Free legal counsel to the eligible needy and Holocaust reparations assistance.

(323) 939-0506

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Criminal/Arrest Guidance LA County Sheriff Department.

Shirley Friedman (women) (323) 568-4703 Howard Winkler (men & women) (323) 939-9236

TRANSPORTATION Bikur Cholim Medical Appt. Transportation (323) 852-1900 Haimishe Express Taxi (323) 842-3666

WEDDINGS & SPECIAL OCCASIONS Benchers (L’ilui Nishmas Ahron Ben Yissachar) Mrs. Kest (323) 937-7060 Benchers: Al HaMichya in Lucite stands Esther Mayerfeld (323) 933-1891 Chupah: Candle Holders, Kallah Chair, Poles Mrs. Lebovics (323) 933-3377 Chupah: Self Standing - Gagy (310) 350-7378 Gowns for Kallah (Hachnasas Kallah) Ahuva Goldstein (323) 938-8660 Esther Braun (323) 933-2817 Gittie Feingold (323) 933-1197 Malka Breitman (323) 938-8008 Sarah Frankel (323) 934-7983 Gowns for Family of Chosson & Kallah Mrs. Dena Wolmark (323) 934-4151 Gift Gemach (Hachnasas Kallah) Libby Lehman (Donations) (323) 935-3791 Leba Hertz (Individual Gifts) (323) 574-7054 Mechitzah Gemach Rivka Berkowitz

(818) 331-3884

Simcha Gemach (Benchers, etc.)

(L’ilui Nishmas Rebbetzin Bella Simcha) Challah covers: 2 large, 48 mini; 18 kiddush cups + trays

Shedrowitzky

(323) 931-0306

Special Occasion Flowers, Centerpieces & Mirrors Mrs. Niehaus (323) 938-2406 Michal Poratti - Yad Simcha (323) 535-0267 Debbie Eidletz (818) 766-3574 Tablecloth Gemach for borrowing - call for hours Rochel Haberman (323) 899-5390 Estie Silber (323) 652-6658 Tehilim Cards for Chupah/Simcha Rochel Haberman (323) 899-5390 Wedding Shtick Mona Riss- Bubby’s Shtick Rivky Farber Nechama Denbo

info@thejewishlink.com

(818) 761-5077 (323) 744-1608 (310) 788-3981

Let us cater your next Simcha.

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May 2015 •

323-965-1544

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323-630-2802

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