Author name: Kochava Yocheved

Welcome! My name is Kochava, and I'm not crazy. Well, maybe I *am* crazy, but not for converting to Judaism. I'm a Southerner, writer, lawyer, teacher, parent, homeschooler, activist, nerd, and brand-new YouTuber. You name it, I'm curious about it.

Is Converting to Judaism More Expensive Than You Think? | Conversion on a Budget Part 3

When I started my Jewish journey, nobody told me that the biggest costs wouldn’t be the obvious ones. Sure, I expected to pay for books, classes, maybe some ritual items. But what blindsided me were the hidden costs—the unpaid time off for holidays, the career shifts, the synagogue memberships, even the emotional toll of burnout. […]

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Why Is Converting to Judaism So Expensive? 💸 (And How to Save) | Conversion on a Budget Part 1

Converting on a Budget: Why Jewish Life Feels So Expensive I converted to Judaism as a broke student – and I wish someone had warned me how quickly the costs add up. Classes, books, synagogue dues, kosher food, modest clothing… it can feel like every step toward Jewish life comes with a receipt attached. That’s

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Finding Peace in Jewish Traditions During Busy School Days! | Jewish Back-to-School Part 3

Some Jewish moments are big and obvious — holidays, life cycle events, milestones you can see coming from a mile away. Others sneak up on you: the first time you light Shabbat candles on time, the first day back to class, the first time you feel truly at home in your Jewish community. This is

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What Happens When You’re the Only Jewish Kid at School? Dealing with Microaggressions and Antisemitism in the Classroom | Jewish Back-to-School Part 2

Back-to-school season is here—and if you or your kids are the only Jews in the building, it comes with a lot more than supply lists and schedules. ✡️ Get the free Back-to-School Jewish Life guide in my Resource Library when you join the mailing list in the sidebar to your right. 💙 It’s packed with

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Back to School as a Jew? Here’s What No One Tells You | Jewish Back-to-School Part 1

Back to School, But Make It Jewish Whether it’s preschool or grad school, back-to-school prep isn’t just about new pencils and fresh planners. For Jewish families, students, and seekers, this time of year brings a whole new layer of questions: How do I fit Shabbat into a school schedule? What does Jewish rhythm look like

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Feeling Alone in Your Jewish Journey? Like You’re the Only Jew in Town with No Community?

What do you do when you’re ready to build a Jewish life… but there’s no Jewish community in sight? No synagogue. No Shabbat dinners. No one to ask the questions that keep circling in your mind. If you’ve ever felt like the only Jew—or aspiring Jew—for miles, you are not alone. And more importantly, you’re

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