Episodes
It’s easy to get distracted in our lives, and Adrienne reminds us what are the truly valuable things we should care about
Published 11/27/24
Aging can be a difficult process, and Adrienne reframes it as a wonderful gift.
Published 11/20/24
“Judaism teaches us to look up, no matter how strained our necks may feel in the process.”
Published 11/13/24
In this new episode of Rise & Shine, discover how to embrace your authentic self and make any experience a step towards resilience and sustainable growth.
Published 11/06/24
Learning new ideas may make us feel so uncomfortable and vulnerable at times. Yet, according to Adrienne Gold Davis, it’s essential that we endure the pain that education brings.
Published 10/30/24
Do you ever feel like you’re waiting for everything to just fit into place? Adrienne can relate – and Jewish wisdom can help.
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Published 10/23/24
Did you know that communal worship has scientifically proven health benefits? Adrienne explores this and more in her deep dive into the power of community.
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Published 10/16/24
We often hear the expression, “Forgive, but don’t forget.” But what does the Torah teach us about the boundaries of forgiveness?
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Published 10/09/24
Forgiveness is an intricate dance between two people—so what happens when you’re dancing alone?
Published 10/02/24
Let your emotions inform and guide you – but don’t let them decide. Jewish wisdom can help.
Published 09/25/24
What can Jewish wisdom teach us about dealing with disability? Adrienne turns to the words of our sages for guidance.
Published 09/18/24
How can we stand firmly in our beliefs – while being flexible enough to keep the peace?
Published 09/11/24
Back to School” can be a chaotic time. Jewish wisdom offers a compass to navigate through it.
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Published 09/04/24
When our children mess up, taking a pause can make a life-changing difference.
Published 08/28/24
Can our sense of gratitude determine our wealth? A simple inventory of our blessings may reveal ordinary miracles in our everyday lives.
Published 08/21/24
In the newest episode of Rise and Shine, Adrienne Gold Davis reconnects with Jewish holiday of Tisha b’Av to discover what significance it might hold for modern Jews.
Published 08/14/24
Does one need to be a good person to be a good teacher and leader? How much do character and personality factor into a person’s leadership capacity? Adrienne investigates.
Published 08/07/24
According to Maimonides, the highest form of suffering is no suffering at all. Adrienne unpacks this seemingly contradictory idea with wisdom from ancient and modern rabbis.
Published 07/31/24
Hiding from our mistakes won’t make them go away. Just ask Adam and Eve.
Published 07/24/24
What is it about Jews and food? Throughout our Torah, food is more than nourishment – it’s the vehicle, the message, and the meaning.
Published 07/17/24
With guidance from Jewish wisdom, we can reimagine our so-called flaws and find beauty in their function rather than their form.
Published 07/10/24
Adrienne has visited Israel’s south multiple times since October 7. In her own words, she shares why it hasn’t gotten easier – and what she’s learned from each wave of horror.
Published 07/03/24
Stuck in Paris after a missed flight, Adrienne learned an important lesson: Even during a fraught time, it’s possible to focus on what unites us, not what divides us.
Published 06/26/24
What advice would you give to a child who yearns to be popular? Adrienne shares her strategy, drawn from timeless Jewish wisdom.
Published 06/19/24