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In light of the recent tragic murder of 11 people at Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, I have once again turned to five practices that I use to get me through losses. • Accept your … more

Patricia Raskin | 11/8/18

The art of listening and speaking

At a time when the principles of civil discourse and open-mindedness, compromise and mutual respect are being greatly challenged, let’s focus on listening and speaking. At … more

Patricia Raskin | 10/25/18

Bar/Bat Mitzvah: A coming-of-age ceremony

I recently asked my newly married nephew, Moshe Raskin, about what his Bar Mitzvah meant to him. Moshe said, “The Bar Mitzvah is the first step of independence in being an … more

Patricia Raskin | 10/12/18

Seeing God in nature

I love the concept of “The Jewish Garden,” which Rabbi Dov Lev wrote about in an article by that name posted at Aish.com. The idea makes me feel happy, as most plants and flowers … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/20/18

The key to meeting clients’ needs

Those of us who work in sales constantly face the challenge of continued momentum and success. The key to our success as entrepreneurs, small business owners or commission-based salespeople is … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/7/18

Keeping our dreams alive at Rosh Hashanah

The biblical story of Joseph’s release from prison, which occurred around Rosh Hashanah, and his subsequent rise to prominence, really speaks to me. Rabbi Yitzchak Scher’s article, … more

Patricia Raskin | 8/23/18

In the new year, make using time wisely your goal

I found a great article at TheJewishWoman.org, “How Can I Use Every Minute Productively?” The author, Rosally Saltsman, was responding to a “Dear Rachel” question asking how … more

Patricia Raskin | 8/9/18

Make the most of your years

Over the course of three decades, I have interviewed more than 3,000 authors, experts and celebrities who focus on positive living. Here are some tips based on what I’ve learned: … more

Patricia Raskin | 6/22/18

In honor of my father, his story of turning obstacles into opportunities

It has been six years since my father passed away, at the age of 95. He was a powerful force who embraced Judaism and firmly believed in sticking with your beliefs even when the going gets … more

Patricia Raskin | 6/7/18

In the U.S., freedom to own a dog as a pet

Bruce Boguslav is a consumer advocate and friend I have interviewed on my radio program several times and someone with whom I feel a special bond through our heritage. Bruce comes from Orthodox … more

Patricia Raskin | 5/26/18