Everything is personal, opinion, point of view, and honestly who really knows how it all works. I did not like any of the candidates 100%, all of them had issues that did not align with mine. This article clearly states why Bernie did not rise, unfortunately blame, fighting, and anger played a role with Bernie and with Trump.
Elad Nehorai
I am in shock how our society got more upset over Gorilla vs. Toddler, than an Ivy League man raping an unconscious woman and getting a reduced sentence.
Mia Adler Ozair
feeling angry.
Afshine Emrani

Let’s finish with spirituality. For some reason in our modern society it is acceptable to be on a spiritual journey, but religion is looked down upon. My thoughts are as usual that everyone should have the right to do what works for them, and there is not one fit for all. Since marriage and children, I have enjoyed living a more observant Jewish life, and I find that for me it is beyond religion, it fits my identity, my core, and even my day to day has more balance, meaning, and purpose.
This weekend is the Jewish holiday Shavuot, it is a celebration of receiving the 10 commandments and the Torah directly from God, and becoming a nation. Since Passover there are 49 days until Shavuot, and we count each day with a prayer and a spiritual focus, http://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/how-to-count-the-omer/. Below is a beautiful Muslim woman that writes about Ramadan, and it made me think how similar it is to the Jewish counting of the Omer.
Farhana Rahman
feeling revitalized.
You see, I was in a bit of a down point in the weeks leading up to Ramadan. But I wasn’t quite able to take a break to tend to myself, because of work and life demands. I knew in my heart of hearts that I needed something like Shabbat to fix me.
I needed to be forced to be spiritual, and reflect on things for hours on end. I needed to be forced to change my perspective on things. I needed to be forced to be more gentle and caring in the inside, to match my actions on the outside. I needed to be forced to not act out of repressed anger and sadness to unsuspecting people. I needed to be forced to appreciate all my blessings.
Then Ramadan started.
To be honest, I wasn’t really sure if I even wanted to keep the first fast. Because I wasn’t in the right state of mind. In the last couple of hours before sunrise, I decided to just go on ahead. Because maybe the fact that I wasn’t in the right state of mind was exactly the reason why I needed to do it.
As day 1 progressed, I honestly didn’t feel hungry at all. No cravings either. But I did feel more holy. I know, it’s all in the mind, but it was a feeling I wasn’t able to switch on before. I started to assess things differently. Handled situations more peacefully. Interacted with people more wholeheartedly. Learned to appreciate my loved ones more than ever. The happiness that came from it all in turn made my work even better.
I swear, I kind of felt guilty to break the fast at sunset. I was afraid that the feeling and connection will go away. It didn’t. 🙂
Day 2 was the same. Beautiful renewed outlook on life. So much gratitude towards those who are good to me. My prayers to God were straight from the heart- not words simply being uttered out of habit. I found myself being more conscientious. Found myself coming up with dozens of ways to show appreciation towards others. And again- so many great ideas came to mind that helped with work as well.
I can’t wait to see how much more I improve in day 3 and beyond. I thank God for not letting me feel hunger or thirst. I am only feeling spiritually cleansed. This is exactly what I needed. I am so happy, thanks to the month of Ramadan.
The correct wishes are Ramadan Mubarak.
Let’s learn about each other,
Listen to each other,
Appreciate each other,
Let people be,
Find your spirituality,
Coach Yulia