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Faith and self-care can see us through tough times

We are starting the new year of 2022 with an acceleration of COVID-19, specifically the omicron variant. Many of us thought we would be further along in subduing this virus at this point, … more

Patricia Raskin | 1/10/22

A happy old age

COVID-19 has been hard on the elderly – but it hasn’t devastated them. In the May 4 issue of AARP The Magazine, the title of an article by Christina Ianzito says it all: “Older … more

Patricia Raskin | 12/4/21

Miracles in our lives

During Hanukkah, I always reflect on the miracles that have happened in my life. In my book, “Pathfinding,” I share one of those miracles: “I was in the final stages of … more

Patricia Raskin | 11/7/21

Some businesses responded to COVID-19 with positive changes

There have been many changes and adaptations in the business world during the COVID-19 pandemic that have improved productivity and the quality of work, and that exemplify connection and … more

Patricia Raskin | 10/10/21

Atonement, gratitude and planning during the High Holy Days

Taking time to reflect on what I’m doing and where I’m going, and to evaluate if what I’m doing will get me where I want to go, has helped me a great deal in my work and my … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/6/21

Lessons from the past for the new year

As the High Holy Days approach, it’s a good time to revisit excerpts from my book, “Pathfinding: Seven Principles for Positive Living.” In the book, which was published in 2002, … more

Patricia Raskin | 8/6/21

This summer, don’t overdo it!

This summer is infusing us with energy and sunshine, particularly as we move into the latter stages of the pandemic. But amid all the energy and enthusiasm for in-person gatherings and hugging our … more

Patricia Raskin | 7/1/21

The Baking Project: Food, mitzvot and tzedakah

Paula Goldberg, a member of Temple Emanu-El, in Providence, started a baking project seven years ago, when she was a member of the West Bay Community Jewish Center. She asked volunteer bakers to … more

Patricia Raskin | 6/3/21

The contagious power of positive energy

What we focus on grows. I’ve written about this in my book, “Pathfinding: Seven Principles for Positive Living.” An example of this is The Hundredth Monkey phenomenon. In 1952, … more

Patricia Raskin | 5/9/21

Creating sacred spaces in our homes

I found an article that really spoke to me at Chabad.org called “Making Our Home a Sanctuary,” by psychiatrist Yetta Krinsky. Dr. Krinsky wrote about the concept of sanctuary in … more

Patricia Raskin | 4/9/21