Aliyah and Connecting to the Specialness of Eretz Yisrael Lech Lecha By Ariella Bracha Waldinger Making Aliyah is, in my opinion, the only means by which to constantly connect to the specialness of Eretz Yisrael. It affords you the greatest opportunity to create a profound shift in awareness that can transform your consciousness and allow... Continue Reading →
Aliyah, Teshuva and Israelis: What do They Share in Common?
Aliyah, Teshuva and Israelis: What do They Share in Common? Aliyah, teshuva and Israelis: What do they share in common? They can be: Stressful! Scary! Humbling! Frustrating! Challenging! Hard work! Anger-Inducing! But ultimately all three can bring us into greatness if we open ourselves up to truth. When the initial shock of making Aliyah begins to... Continue Reading →
Aliyah & Rosh HaShana: Their Commonalities and Connectors
Aliyah & Rosh HaShana: Their Commonalities and Connectors By Ariella Bracha Waldinger Every change in perspective creates a new beginning just as every new beginning creates a change of perspective. I love new beginnings and the feeling of a new start. I also appreciate and value a change in perspective, as new and relevant information... Continue Reading →
Aliyah and Dealing with Separation from Family
Aliyah and Dealing with Separation from Family Practical tools to keep the relationships flourishing By Ariella Bracha Waldinger Aliyah is one of the most exciting and courageous choices a Jew can make today. Choosing to live in the Holy Land comes with countless blessings and great spiritual benefits. However, along with the many positive benefits... Continue Reading →
Living in Israel: What is it really like? Part Two
Living in Israel: What is it really like? Part Two By Ariella Bracha Waldinger Recently, I have asked many friends who have made Aliyah over the years this question:” what was the most pleasantly surprising aspect of making Aliyah?” Without exception, 99% respond that the warmth, kindness, caring and helpfulness of the community shocked and surprised... Continue Reading →
Living in Israel: What Is It Really Like?
Living in Israel: What Is It Really Like? Part One By Ariella Bracha Waldinger The question I am most frequently asked when I visit America is, “What is it like living in Israel?” The question itself is deep and probing and touches upon many components. At best, I will strive to answer it through insights,... Continue Reading →
The Glorious State of Israel: State of Mind: State of Being
The Glorious State of Israel: State of Mind: State of Being “A state is not handed to a nation on a silver platter.” Dr. Chaim Weizmann, first president of the State of Israel. By Ariella Bracha Waldinger From the darkness appeared a young girl and a young boy, and slowly they stepped to face their... Continue Reading →
Aliyah 2003-2015 Celebrating 12 Years Of Extraordinary Blessings
Aliyah 2003-2015 Celebrating 12 Years Of Extraordinary Blessings By Ariella Bracha Waldinger It is my intention to write 12 different essays over the next few weeks on 12 different topics related to making Aliyah and living in Israel. This will be my way of celebrating 12 wondrous years of living in G-ds beloved garden—Eretz HaKodesh.... Continue Reading →
Crossing to Safety: Returning Home to Israel
Crossing to Safety: Returning Home to Israel by Ariella Bracha Waldinger I had been away for more than a month and was returning home. As the airplane approached the runway for touch-down, I began to feel a fluttering in my heart that cannot be explained in words. I knew that soon I would walk through... Continue Reading →
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