How to Make Amends to Another Person
One of the skills of a well-lived life is to be able to recognize and right the wrongs we have created through our actions. The Days of Awe present us an opportunity.
Author Archive for Chris Bargeron
Chris Bargeron endeavors to do his part to repair the world, one conversation or relationship at a time -- but tries not to think about it that way because that would be totally overwhelming. He is a non-profit leader, a clinical social worker, and writes about things that are on his mind. These days, Chris spends a lot of time thinking about living Jewishly and living well. He loves to read blog-post comments and hopes that you tell him what you're thinking about. Chris is a member of Shir Tikvah, and has a private psychotherapy practice in the Twin Cities. More information is available at www.bargeron.net.
The Chooser and the Chosen
Our choices are a gift that we possess and that we give. It is a waste of our existence to be unaware of the choices that we make and the potential they have to help or hurt our world.
Aug 11, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
In Hiding: Orthodox Lesbians Stay Silent
Lesbian and bisexual women in Orthodox communities often have to choose between remaining a part of their tradition and being true to themselves.
Jun 08, 2010 | 5 comments | View Post
What My Catholic Mother Taught Me About Being Jewish
My Catholic mother would never guess the role she has played in helping me to discern a Jewish identity and to live a Jewish life. But as every parent of small children knows, “little pitchers have big ears.”
May 06, 2010 | 5 comments | View Post
My Top 12 Life Lessons – Spiritual and Otherwise
Sometimes small ideas can have a big effect on our lives. Here is a baker’s dozen of lessons I have learned so far.
Apr 08, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
Jewish Guilting and Shaming
Guilt provides an opportunity to learn from our mistakes, but shame can get in the way of living a happy, healthy life.
Mar 05, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Relationships: The Space in Between
Sappy love songs make for nice car rides and play an important role in procreation, but they should not be relied upon for relationship advice.
Feb 03, 2010 | 7 comments | View Post
Avoiding the New Year’s Resolution Trap
As if we haven’t gotten enough of this sort of thing during the High Holy Days, the secular tradition of making New Year’s resolutions lays out the challenge for each of us to call into question the validity of the way we live our daily lives.
