There’s a strange in-between place that so many conversion candidates find themselves in. You’re learning, showing up, trying your best – and yet, you still feel like you have to prove it. To rabbis. To community. To yourself. But Jewish life isn’t built on performance. It’s built on presence. In this simple practice, we take […]
Affirm Your Jewish Self—Even If You’re Still Figuring It Out Read Post »
What does it mean to build a Jewish life? Not just follow one. Not just inherit one. But to shape it, piece by piece—with intention, with curiosity, and with heart. In Jewish tradition, a bayit isn’t just a house. It’s the heart of a life. A space where the sacred meets the everyday. Where big
🏠 Jewish Wisdom Starts at Home—Literally (Defining “Bayit”) Read Post »
If you’ve been thinking about joining Bayit Builders—this is the moment. Through Sunday, July 6, you can become a Founding Member of my membership community for Jewish conversion candidates, new Jews, and spiritual seekers at the lowest price it will ever be. $15/month or $150/year for the life of your membership. After that? The doors
Sunday Is Your Last Chance to Join Bayit Builders at $15 Read Post »
When I opened the doors to Bayit Builders, I honestly wasn’t sure what would happen. Would anyone join? Would the vision resonate? Would people show up for something this new? And then… they did. Twenty-one people have already said yes to building a Jewish life rooted in rhythm, support, and intention. Not a perfect life,
21 People (So Far) Said Yes to Building a Jewish Life Together Read Post »
Judaism doesn’t just live in synagogues or sacred texts—it lives in time. Each Jewish month carries its own energy, its own invitations. Some months are light and joyful. Others, like Tammuz, ask us to be honest about what’s hard, to pause, reflect, and prepare for something deeper. This rhythm is what I call seasonal Jewish
What Is Seasonal Jewish Living? Read Post »
Jewish conversion doesn’t come with a roadmap—or a progress bar.There’s no checklist that tells you how far you’ve come, no little pop-up that says “Level up! You now understand 17% more Hebrew blessings.” So it’s no wonder that so many of us reach a point—especially halfway through the year—where we feel lost. Like we should
Jewish Conversion Doesn’t Come with a Progress Bar—So I Made One Read Post »
The doors to Bayit Builders have only been open a couple of days—and already this space is filling with people who are ready to build something real. Yesterday, we welcomed five more Founding Members into the bayit:Sarah, John, David, Kat, and Thomas—you’re in.You’re part of the foundation we’re building together. Bayit Builders is a space
Meet the Next 5: Bayit Builders Is Growing! Read Post »
You’re doing your best to learn. You’re showing up. You’re lighting candles (sometimes), reading books, Googling things you thought you should already know. But somehow… it still feels like you missed a memo. If Jewish life feels like everyone else got a guidebook and you’re just trying to build something real with duct tape and
Building Jewish Life Brick by Intentional Brick Read Post »
Jewish conversion can feel like you’re scaling a mountain that no one else sees.You’re putting in the effort, doing the work, asking the questions—and still wondering if anyone notices. If anyone gets it. But you’re not as alone as you think. Today’s step is simple, but powerful:Name one supportive person you can lean on.A friend.
Who’s On Your Team During Jewish Conversion? Read Post »
The doors to Bayit Builders are officially open—and the very first bricks are already in place. I’m thrilled to welcome our first nine Founding Members into this new space for seekers, converts, and anyone building a meaningful Jewish life from scratch. ✨ Welcome home to:Vanessa, Raquelle, Simone, Eleanor, Leiah, Katherine, Mariska—and our other incredible early
Meet the First Founding Members of Bayit Builders! Read Post »