Seekers of Meaning 5/9/2025: Planting Seeds of the Divine, with Rabbi Yiscah Smith

In this episode of the Seekers of Meaning TV Show, Rabbi Lance Sussman discusses his memoir trilogy, particularly the latest book, "Portrait of a Rabbi-Historian: How Did We Get Here?". The conversation addresses American Judaism's evolution, social justice's impact on Reform Judaism, and significant historical figures and events shaping Jewish rights in America. [Read more...] The post Exploring American Jewish History with Rabbi Lance Sussman – SOM 7/25/2025 appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Rabbi Michael Marmur discusses his book, Living the Letters, on the Seekers of Meaning TV Show, exploring contemporary Jewish thought through the Hebrew alphabet. He addresses themes of anxiety, autonomy, and maintaining Jewish identity, emphasizing hope amidst change and a commitment to relevant Jewish practices for the future. [Read more...] The post SOM 7/18/2025: Exploring Contemporary Jewish Thought through the Hebrew Alphabet appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

This week's episode of Seekers of Meaning features Rabbi Address interviewing Barry Jacobs and Julia Meyer, authors of the AARP Caregiver Answer Book. They discuss the challenges caregivers face, including emotional, financial, and spiritual aspects, while providing guidance on planning, support systems, and coping strategies essential for caregivers. [Read more...] The post ENCORE: Seekers of Meaning 6/6/2025: Navigating the Complexities of Caregiving appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

On this episode of Seekers of Meaning TV Show, Rabbi Address chats with Matt Field and Audrey Friedland from Right at Home Home Health Care North Suburban Chicago about home healthcare challenges. They discuss caregiver dynamics, informed decision-making, financial implications, and the need for caregiver training to ensure quality care for aging loved ones. [Read more...] The post Seekers of Meaning 5/23/2025: Understanding Home Healthcare Challenges appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

In this episode of the Seekers of Meaning TV Show and Podcast, Connie Zweig discusses shadow work, its hidden aspects, and society's projection mechanisms. She emphasizes self-reflection and integration of body-mind connections for personal growth. Zweig highlights insights from her practice and the significance of acknowledging one's shadow for emotional and relational healing. [Read more...] The post Understanding Shadow Work: Insights from Connie Zweig on Seekers of Meaning 5/16/2025 appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

In this week's episode of Seekers of Meaning, Rabbi Yiscah Smith discusses her upcoming book, Planting Seeds of the Divine. It aims to help readers connect with their authentic selves through Judaism’s sacred texts, fostering intimate encounters with the Divine. The work encourages cultivating emotional dispositions and character traits for spiritual growth. [Read more...] The post Seekers of Meaning 5/9/2025: Planting Seeds of the Divine, with Rabbi Yiscah Smith appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

On this week's Seekers of Meaning episode, life and executive coach Julie Ketover discusses coaching's transformative power, differentiating it from therapy. She shares her journey from law to coaching, emphasizing personal agency, values, and spiritual dimensions, while addressing how fear influences growth and navigating life transitions. [Read more...] The post Transformative Coaching with Julie Ketover on Seekers of Meaning 5/2/2025 appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

Prof. Michael Meyer of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, the Reform rabbinical seminary, discusses his new book, Above All, We are Jews, a biography of Rabbi Alexander Schindler. [Read more...] The post Seekers of Meaning ENCORE 4/25/2025: Prof. Michael Meyer, author of new book on Reform Judaism leader Rabbi Alexander Schindler appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

In the latest episode of the Seekers of Meaning TV Show, Dr. Andrew Mulberg discusses the implications of genetic technology, especially CRISPR, on healthcare and aging. He addresses ethical concerns, public mistrust of science, AI's role in medicine, and the FDA's approval process, highlighting the need for careful oversight amid rapid advancements. [Read more...] The post Seekers of Meaning 4/18/2025: Ethical Considerations of Genetic Engineering in Medicine with Dr. Andrew Mulberg appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.

In this episode of Seekers of Meaning, Rabbi Richard Address discusses Passover's significance with Rabbis Amy Schwartzman and Matthew Soffer. They examine themes of oppression, resistance, and hope relevant to current events, emphasizing the evolving role of progressive Judaism and the importance of community and action during challenging times as Passover approaches. [Read more...] The post Passover Reflections from two rabbis on Seekers of Meaning 4/11/2025 appeared first on Jewish Sacred Aging.