What would life be if it were a simple path where all the intricate pieces perfectly fit? Just a simple path with no worry in sight. Some may ponder the blissfulness of perfectionism, yet if that were life's definition, I think it would be but a farce. Life is about living, experiencing, feeling emotions, embracing the good, the hardships, loss, ups and downs, learning, and thriving. With gratitude, we should be humbled and thankful for each challenge and transition we encounter. And for that, one may wonder why. Why be grateful for challenges? Well, the answer is simple. Through the un-even paths we journey in life, we teach ourselves our greatest lessons while developing into a wiser and more robust version of ourselves. Life is about learning; the teachings carry us on. “Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” – Rumi. In the past year, transitions have been a constant in my world. I am moving th...
A collection of thoughts and words by Rabbi Merle E. Singer