Why would someone convert to Judaism twice? It’s a question I get a lot—and honestly, it’s a fair one. But it’s also very common. The first time I converted, I thought I had found my middle path. But deep down, I knew I wasn’t done. What followed was years of wrestling, recommitting, and rebuilding. My […]
7 Years, 3 Batei Din, 1 Jewish Soul Read Post »
The #1 Mistake That Delays Jewish Conversion If you’re thinking about converting to Judaism, there’s one common mistake I see over and over again—and it can delay your journey by months or even years. People wait.They wait to be sure.To know all the things.To feel “ready.” But the truth? You don’t have to be ready
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Jewish Conversion Was Never Meant to Be a Solo Journey If you’re feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure where you stand in the conversion process… I see you. You’ve been reading the books, whispering along with the blessings, watching YouTube videos at 2am—and still wondering: Am I doing this right? You’re not alone in that. In
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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 »
If you’re in the middle of the Jewish conversion process, chances are you’ve felt like you’re always one step away from ruining everything. You’re studying, showing up, trying to impress your rabbi—but still somehow wondering, Am I doing this wrong? You’re not alone. And no, you’re not failing. In this post, I’m breaking down the
The Mistakes Jewish Converts Regret Most Read Post »
Let’s start with the obvious: not every awkward moment in the conversion process is a red flag. It’s a deeply human, often messy journey full of growth, challenge, and—yes—imperfection. But when something feels off, when you’re constantly questioning yourself, or when a leader’s behavior starts to erode your sense of safety, dignity, or connection to
Red Flags in the Jewish Conversion Process: What to Watch For and Why It Matters Read Post »
Imposter syndrome during the Jewish conversion process isn’t just self-doubt. It’s not just you being too sensitive or needing more confidence. It’s a perfectly logical reaction to a system that constantly makes you prove yourself – and then punishes you for not intuitively knowing the unspoken rules. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not really Jewish
Is It Normal to Doubt Yourself When Converting to Judaism? Read Post »
If you’ve ever felt like converting to Judaism is less of a spiritual journey and more of a test of how much you’re willing to suffer… you’re not alone. In this video, I’m naming the thing we don’t talk about enough: endurance culture in Orthodox conversion is harming real people, and it’s not what Judaism
Hot Take: Why “Tough Love” in Conversion Spaces Isn’t Love at All Read Post »
You’re learning, you’re showing up, you’re doing the work… but how do you show that? If you’re converting to Judaism, chances are you’ve been told to “track the Jewish books you’re reading.” Maybe even the classes you attend or the prayers you’re learning. That’s a great start—but it’s not the whole picture. Because your Jewish
The One Document I Wish I Had During My Conversion Read Post »
Imposter syndrome during the Jewish conversion process isn’t just about doubting yourself – it’s about being in a system that constantly asks you to prove your sincerity, while rarely making the rules explicit. You’re expected to navigate unspoken expectations, and then penalized for getting them wrong. In this video, I unpack how imposter syndrome really
Imposter Syndrome in the Jewish Conversion Process: It’s Not Just in Your Head Read Post »