If no other human being is around to see your attire or hear your words, how is it possible to measure your own self-respect? Rav Berkovits's discussion goes to the heart of being dignified in your own eyes. Step forward to enter the realm of integrity, and freedom from seeking the approval of others.
By dressing, acting, or speaking a certain way in public but not in private, we are making a statement about our self-respect. Is self-respect something we intrinsically possess, or is it dictated by the embarrassing awareness of those around us? In contrast, how do we access dignity if we need to move on an issue which goes against the norms of our community? Hear how the Torah views its' women on these issues, and taste a bit of the self-worth you're entitled to.
Who has more personal satisfaction and creative self-expression: a feminist or a woman with traditional Jewish values? Rebbetzin Heller travels from the dawn of creation to the 21st century. Hear an insightful explanation of how feminism evolved, and Judaism's response to this development. She also unravels other emotionally charged issues such as: the laws of modesty, women in the rabbinate, agunahs, women and minyan, and a woman's need for Torah learning.
Why do so many wonderful wives and mothers struggle with discontent and non-fulfillment? The Vilna Gaon says it stems from the nature of the work they typically do – which is consistently undone, or needs to be done again the next day. Rebbitzen Heller reveals a list of practical objectives we can use for gaining a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
From where do our thoughts come, and really who are we underneath the facade we show the world? Perhaps by cutting through to the basic message society is feeding us about who we should be and the priorities to have, then we can better understand what God expects of us, and our responsibilities to other people.
In his ever captivating style, Rabbi Krohn shares amazing stories about women, for women, and things women aspire for to become a woman of valor. Hear a few telling stories of the matriarchs, and stories of courageous contemporary women who ventured to tap their latent potential.
Ladies, do you feel there is too much animosity amongst women? Can we also appreciate that achdus would bring more of Hashem's presence into our lives? Besides all the small things we could do to prevent fragmentation, realize that extra binah (intuition) was given to bring us closer, to curb our complaining, and to appreciate how working to stay in a good mood can spread peace to everyone within range. An excellent talk.
What place do women have in a Torah full of male figures? If you can ask this question says Mrs. Lori Palatnik, you have obviously never read the book. From the matriarchs, to slavery in Egypt and at many of the desert sojourns, the women come out shining like never before. The men fare a lot worse. This funny, fast-paced class shows how Judaism views a woman in all her glory.
Our sincere desire to be a true Eishes Chayil often gets trampled beneath the load of our daily hustle bustle. In this class for women, Mrs. Mansour shares wisdom about the life of Sophie Levy, a"h - a woman who was so determined to give of herself in total modesty that it was only after her passing that so many stories came out of her invisible chesed. This inspirational story shows that we've all got what it takes to be the Eishes Chayil we dream of being.
Do men and women have different roles in life? If man is the achiever, what does that make woman? Does the Jewish view of different genders discriminate against women? How do the differences in gender ideally lead to living together in harmony?