“I was in my early twenties when I learned that I was Jewish”. I’m interested in more of this story. You just dropped it in there and still … did you feel you learned were Jewish by proxy of the fact you were drawn to it? Or was it not mentioned in your family of origin until later? It is an interesting story either way I am sure.
I will keep reading your thoughts and musings. My current situation is that I am living with the idea that just being alive is a miracle and I look around to try and see the world and my neighbors with an open heart and mind. Limiting my time on social media and digging into my circle of peeps and my community for connection. Studying history, nature, literature, philosophy and simply experiencing this one unique life is quite an adventure. Mix in all the other humans and I’ve realized my work is to be kind and to see beauty. At least for now. Finding purpose in elevating my own energy so that others can feel lifted as well. It is a time for that it seems.
You have words that touch me so I will continue to check in with you.
Thanks so much for the question, Karin. I didn't even realize that sentence could be read as "...learned that I had a Jewish soul." No, it was literally that I found out that my family is Jewish by heritage, but they were non-practicing to the extreme! But then, when I learned this, it make a lot of sense to my Jewish soul! And you? Is there something about this story that resonates?
I have no family of origin that is particularly drawn to any religion. For myself I have been drawn to what I call the mysteries and myths that resonate with my soul. Creation stories of all kinds, gods and goddesses that represent parts of the human experience. Moral codes for living based on experience… the questions that arise as a human I suppose. I was married into a Jewish family and absolutely felt held by their bonds and rituals and shared struggles. I loved learning the history and was a bit jealous of the “belonging” which was missing in my life. ”Until we divorced and I was basically declared dead to them. Very hurtful for me. Because I truly felt part of their family. Until I was not. They were still the grandparents of my children. Anyway, I digress. The point I think is that when a soul is awakened to finding meaning it can take many forms. I am truly enjoying your writing and wish I had the ability to articulate so many concepts with your clarity and heart. ❤️
Wow, Karin. So sorry I didn't see this until now. Your story is so moving... and familiar. I also was raised in a secular family, but was drawn to -- as you say -- mysteries and myths. As a kid, I was really into Goddess-worship/ Wiccan spirituality and I secretly built a mini-Stonehenge in our local "nature center." The Divine has a way of drawing us in, even if we don't know there's a rope. I'm really sorry that your ex's family felt the need to shut you out. Some people just don't know what to do with their pain, I guess. Thank you for your kind words about my writing.
“I was in my early twenties when I learned that I was Jewish”. I’m interested in more of this story. You just dropped it in there and still … did you feel you learned were Jewish by proxy of the fact you were drawn to it? Or was it not mentioned in your family of origin until later? It is an interesting story either way I am sure.
Thank you for your writing and reflections.
I will keep reading your thoughts and musings. My current situation is that I am living with the idea that just being alive is a miracle and I look around to try and see the world and my neighbors with an open heart and mind. Limiting my time on social media and digging into my circle of peeps and my community for connection. Studying history, nature, literature, philosophy and simply experiencing this one unique life is quite an adventure. Mix in all the other humans and I’ve realized my work is to be kind and to see beauty. At least for now. Finding purpose in elevating my own energy so that others can feel lifted as well. It is a time for that it seems.
You have words that touch me so I will continue to check in with you.
Thank you, Karin, for sharing all this so tenderly. It sounds like you're feeling your way through with trust.
Thanks so much for the question, Karin. I didn't even realize that sentence could be read as "...learned that I had a Jewish soul." No, it was literally that I found out that my family is Jewish by heritage, but they were non-practicing to the extreme! But then, when I learned this, it make a lot of sense to my Jewish soul! And you? Is there something about this story that resonates?
I have no family of origin that is particularly drawn to any religion. For myself I have been drawn to what I call the mysteries and myths that resonate with my soul. Creation stories of all kinds, gods and goddesses that represent parts of the human experience. Moral codes for living based on experience… the questions that arise as a human I suppose. I was married into a Jewish family and absolutely felt held by their bonds and rituals and shared struggles. I loved learning the history and was a bit jealous of the “belonging” which was missing in my life. ”Until we divorced and I was basically declared dead to them. Very hurtful for me. Because I truly felt part of their family. Until I was not. They were still the grandparents of my children. Anyway, I digress. The point I think is that when a soul is awakened to finding meaning it can take many forms. I am truly enjoying your writing and wish I had the ability to articulate so many concepts with your clarity and heart. ❤️
Wow, Karin. So sorry I didn't see this until now. Your story is so moving... and familiar. I also was raised in a secular family, but was drawn to -- as you say -- mysteries and myths. As a kid, I was really into Goddess-worship/ Wiccan spirituality and I secretly built a mini-Stonehenge in our local "nature center." The Divine has a way of drawing us in, even if we don't know there's a rope. I'm really sorry that your ex's family felt the need to shut you out. Some people just don't know what to do with their pain, I guess. Thank you for your kind words about my writing.
A fascinating read and, btw, I already preordered your new book😊
Thanks, mom! :-)
You are such an inspiration. Such a brilliant teacher. Can’t wait to read the entire book!
You are such an inspiration. Such a brilliant teacher. Thank you!