In this casual, fun episode, Jenna tells the story behind her new book, Princess Without A Crown: Returning to My Jewish Roots.  She talks about the process of writing the book, why she wrote it, and the meaning behind the title. Jenna reads a short (yet loaded) chapter from the book and gives background commentary.

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Princess Without A Crown: Returning to My Jewish Roots

The Power of Tranquility by Rabbi Meyer Yedid 

Jenna discusses how we can reframe any situation to make it easier to forgive, as inspired by how Joseph forgives his brothers who sold him into slavery.  To forgive can be really hard, but as we will see through two amazing true stories that Jenna shares, we are the ones that ultimately benefit in ways beyond our imagination.

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Kesher Wife Webinar with Sara Yoheved Rigler 

https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/1619314/jewish/The-Art-of-Forgiveness.htm  

No matter how dark life may get, we can still be a force of light and positivity. We learn how from the amazing story of Joseph, which we read in this week's Parsha.  Join Jenna as she tells Joseph's story and discusses key takeaways for our own lives.

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The Midrash Says 

CORRECTIONS: 

• Joseph had 11, not 10 brothers. However, only his 10 half-brothers were involved in the plot to kill him and his sale. Joseph and his 11 brothers make up the 12 tribes. 
• The word for “miss the mark” in Hebrew is “chet.” “Avera” means “to cross over” meaning to cross a moral boundary. Both words are used to mean transgressions or sins. 

What was the miracle of Chanukah? What are we really celebrating? How does it apply to us? Join Jenna as she offers some insights on Chanukah and how we can get the most out of it. Happy Chanukah!

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https://modernjewishgirl.com/the-hanukah-lights-and-reclaiming-our-jewish-identity/

https://modernjewishgirl.com/real-miracle-hanukah/

Chanukah history 

Join Jenna on this special Podcast featuring her close friend, Cynthia Hannah, as they tell the incredible story of Divine Providence that brought them together on the path of Jewish growth in Israel, which Jenna writes about in her book Princess Without a Crown.  Cynthia shares the inspiration behind her awesome and beautiful new book, Miracles from Israel: Biblical Promises Fulfilled. There's something special about two old friends discussing their favorite things. Enjoy!

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Princess Without a Crown

Miracles in Israel: Biblical Promises Fulfilled 

With Thanksgiving coming up, Jenna explores the source for a thanksgiving meal in Judaism and delves into the idea of gratitude. She discusses why being grateful is the essence of being a Jew, and how we can incorporate gratitude into our lives.

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Prayer of Thanks

Thank You Hashem Store

https://modernjewishgirl.com/jews-celebrate-thanksgiving/  

https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/680369/jewish/What-Is-the-Source-for-the-Custom-of-Making-a-Thanksgiving-Feast.htm 

 http://www.aish.com/sp/ph/48955566.html

https://modernjewishgirl.com/noahs-flood-nature-miracles/ 

Inspired by the symbol of Jacob's ladder,  Jenna speaks about the process of sustainable spiritual growth. Specifically, she addresses how we can deal with setbacks and failure and stay inspired to keep climbing our own ladders.

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Princess Without a Crown: Returning To My Jewish Roots 

Jenna and Rabbi Dr. Yosef Lynn chat about making marriage great, which is the foundation of his co-authored book, Not A Partnership: Why We Keep Getting Marriage Wrong & How We Can Get It Right. With a background in Torah and Positive Psychology, Rabbi Lynn explains what the goal of marriage should be and a bit about how we can get there. While the conversation focuses on marriage, Rabbi Lynn's insights are relevant for all of our relationships, including (and especially) the one we have with ourselves.

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Not A Partnership: Why We Keep Getting Marriage Wrong & How We Can Get It Right

Wouldn't it be amazing if we could just look into the future and find out who the presidential nominee is, like, now? Astrology is tempting for many reasons, but it is forbidden for Jews. Why? Jenna explores the Jewish view on astrology and discusses the meaning of "mazel' in our lives. Enjoy!

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https://modernjewishgirl.com/stars-jewish-view-astrology/

Rabbi Akiva Tatz, Living Inspired 

Rabbi Akiva Tatz, Idolatry and Astrology  (audio)

In honor of Parsha Lech Lecha,  Jenna discussess what it means for a Jew to be on a journey in life, based on her own journey of growth and self-discovery.

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Rabbi Baruch Gartner, Living Aligned 

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, "Miles To Go Before I Sleep"

This episode is in the merit of a full and speedy recovery for Rabbi Sacks, HaRav Ya'akov Zvi ben Liba