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Don’t Ask Anyone If They Are Fasting… Ever.
Tonight begins Tisha B’av, the saddest day the Jewish year. Here’s a quick reminder that it's none of your business why someone is or is not fasting tomorrow.
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Fasting on Tisha B’av with Dr. Rachel Rosenthal
Dr. Rachel Rosenthal shares this piece with us about the nuances of Halacha, fasting, women’s bodies, pregnancy, infertility, breastfeeding, and everything in between.
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Tisha B’av Reminds Us We Don’t Always Have To Look On The Bright Side
I love Tisha B’av. I know it’s crazy to say that, but I do. I am witness to so many people’s private days of mourning. But today, it’s a national day of mourning.
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Tisha B’Av Reflections
Reflections from the IWSTHAB community, focusing on the emotional and physical experiences related to fasting and fertility issues, especially during Tisha B'Av.