Mendy's Musings

Jewpernatural: Lesson #4 - Para & Normal

Most people believe in some version of a soul. Do souls continue to exist after death? Can they see us? In this lesson, we will explore what we know about angels, spirits, and extraterrestrial life for insights into our own soul’s nature.

Jewpernatural: Lesson #3 - Jinx & The Evil Eye

Can telling someone about my good fortune make it go bad? Can their jealousy create problems for my success? It may sound superstitious, but in Jewish thought, there’s a logical reason to be concerned about “the Evil Eye,” and there’s a practical way to ward it off.

Jewpernatural: Lesson #2 - Stars & Signs

Judaism insists we can always influence our destiny for the better. Yet, the famous “Mazel tov” wish literally means “good astrology”! What role does destiny play in a tradition that believes humans have free choice?

Jewpernatural: Lesson #1 - Dreams & Direction

When should we follow our dreams, and when do we say it’s “just a dream”? Let’s explore where inspiration from a lifelike dream can take us. Plus: a time-honored Jewish routine for keeping nightmares at bay.

Holidays 101 - Simchat Torah

We explore the amazingly joyful holiday of Simchat Torah