Lisa Aiken has been a clinical psychologist working with individuals and couples for more than 30 years in New York City and Jerusalem. She is also an international speaker on diverse Jewish topics who has given talks in more than 200 cities worldwide. In addition, she is a licensed Israeli tour guide and the author of 11 books, including To Be A Jewish Woman, Guide for the Romantically Perplexed, The Art of Jewish Prayer, The Hidden Beauty of the Shema, Why Me, God?, A Jewish Guide to Coping with Suffering, Tuning In, Genesis—The Untold Story, The Baal Teshuva Survival Guide and The Family Guide to Touring Israel.
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Lessons from Sefirat Ha'omer on growing through hardships. This video is part of a series of live streams by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) to provide quality lectures during the worldwide COVID-19 lockdowns. Click here to see more.
Series: Live Social Media Streams
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While we may want others to change, the only person we can actually change is ourselves. What does Sefirat Ha'Omer teach about personal change?.
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Many people go through life without the slightest clue as to why they exist and what they’re supposed to do in this world. How does one find their purpose?.
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Many people have unfortunately become slaves to their electronic devices. This causes them to be more stressed out, neglect important relationships with other people, and not even be able to think properly. What is Judaism’s solution to this?.
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The Torah tells us many times to remember the Exodus. As the Torah is timeless, of what relevance is it to us today?.
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Join this session with world-renowned thinkers and scholars as they debate and discuss
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Dr. Lisa Aiken discusses the different type of expectations in Judaism in general.
Series: The Jewish Course of Why
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Dr. Lisa Aiken outlines the Question: If G-d knows what we are thinking and feeling, why is prayer necessary?.
Series: The Jewish Course of Why
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The feminist revolution in the 1970s aimed to create a better world by making men more like women, and women more like men. Jewish philosophy, however, focuses on the unique and different roles of men and women. Is this a contradiction? Does Judaism believe in gender equality? Join the author of bestseller To Be a Jewish Woman for a deeper look at this contentious issue
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Many religions view sexuality as a purely physical experience to ideally be restricted. However Judaism considers it essential, holy and spiritual. Join author of the Guide for the Romantically Perplexed to learn how such pleasures are meant to bring us closer to our spouses and through that to our Creator. This lecture took place at the 10th annual National Jewish Retreat
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Does Judaism believe in an afterlife, reincarnation, and near-death experiences? If so, what do they look like, and why? Hear the amazing story of why we are here, the role and mission of our souls and gain insight into the purpose of this world and beyond. Dedicated in loving memory of John T. Chester, OBM. This lecture took place at the 10th annual National Jewish Retreat
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Why won't she eat in my home anymore? Is he seriously going to wear those strings out of his shirt? Why wouldn't she answer my phone call on Shabbat when it was important? Learn from the author of The Baal Teshuva Survival Guide how to deal with changes that are often mystifying while learning tips for healthier communication to minimize misunderstandings and strengthen relationships
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Often the Torah description of events, timing and location can vary greatly from that of historical reports and discussion. How can these differing views be reconciled? How is one to know or understand what actually happened when such vastly different perspectives are presented from academics vs
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