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In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the four fruits of the holiday of Sukkkot, and discusses what they have to teach us.

What will you do in the year ahead to bring people in to the work that you do and into your life? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about Yom Kippur and the promises that we wish we had made in the year that has passed.

Instead of just thinking about what commitments you want to be freed from, what commitments do you want to make in the year ahead? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the end of the information era.

In the amidah, there is a statement about Widom, insight and knowledge. What are the differences? 

What are the areas in which you have knowledge? How about wisdom? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the “baggage” that we could let go of.

During Rosh Hashanah there is a tradition of tashlich in which Jews bring bread to the river to throw away their sins. 

What kind of tashlich would you like to get rid of?? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about influence. We all use influence all of the time. In our work, in our families, in our relationships, we are often trying to influence those around us.

In the Talmud they say that we each have an area of four cubits of personal space. How would it look if we considered those people who enter our four cubits of personal space, the people we could influence?

Are you happy with the ways in which you are being seen within your sphere of influence? What kinds of changes might you want to make? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about Social Media, and the ways in which we can use it in meaningful ways. 

In biblical times, there were many things that could only be done in public settings, the “social network” of the day. 

How are you using your social networks and social media? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about self-reflection as we approach the Jewish New Year.

People have been struggling with the question of self-determination and free-will in our lives throughout history. We generally assume that we have free-will which is both empowering, but also puts a lot of pressure on us.

Are there certain things in your life that you feel you need to resolve? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about magical thinking.

Magical thining refers to irrational beliefs that lead us to believe that the universe (or God) gives us signs on what we are supposed to do.

What are the big truths that guide your life? How many of them are rational, and how many are irrational? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the many relationships that we have.

Some relationships are long-lasting, and others do not. He asks the question of how we let relationships go.

There is an ancient text that instructs us to separate ourselves from those who are not being a good influence. What are the relationships that you need to let go of in order to protect yourself? Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.

In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about his memories of the documentary on Woodstock, and the farmer Max Yasgur on whose farm the concert took place.

He talks about the important role that farming plays in Jewish tradition. 

How do you get in touch with nature? How do you get in touch with the Godly?Please let us know your feedback on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.