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 »
If you’ve ever typed “how to convert to Judaism” into a search bar at 1:00 AM, welcome. You’re in the right place. When I began my own conversion journey (which, spoiler alert, I ended up doing twice), I had no idea how winding, emotional, and at times frustrating the process would be. I thought I
So You Want to Convert to Judaism. Here’s What I Wish I’d Known. 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 »
So… can you actually convert to Judaism online? If you’ve ever found yourself doom-scrolling at 1 AM and typing “how to convert to Judaism online” into the search bar, you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. The internet is full of mixed messages, shady certificate offers, and more than one guy in a fedora promising you
Can You Really Convert to Judaism Online? Here’s the Truth Read Post »
Friday night might be the heart of Shabbat – but it doesn’t have to be the whole story. Earlier, we talked about starting your Shabbat journey by making Friday nights special. Now let’s talk about bringing the peace of Shabbat into Saturday. If you’ve ever felt the glow of candlelight on Friday fade too quickly
Beyond Friday Night: Carrying the Spirit of Shabbat into Saturday Read Post »
“It’ll all be worth it.” If you’ve heard that phrase during your Jewish conversion journey—especially when you were struggling—you’re not alone. And you’re not overreacting if it didn’t sit right. There’s a name for that kind of response: spiritual bypassing. It’s when someone uses spiritual language to gloss over real pain, pressure you into feeling
Spiritual Bypassing During Jewish Conversion: What It Is and Why It Hurts 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 »
Have you ever Googled “how to do Shabbat” and immediately felt overwhelmed by all the traditions and rituals you “should” be doing? Candles, prayers, no phones, 12 different side dishes… it’s no wonder it can feel like a recipe for panic instead of peace. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. But here’s the good
How to Start Celebrating Shabbat part 1: Simple Steps for Beginners Read Post »
It Wasn’t Pinterest Perfect – and That’s Okay. If you’ve ever typed “how to do Shabbat” into Google and immediately spiraled into overwhelm, hi. Welcome. You’re in the right place. Maybe you imagined a perfectly set table, glowing candles, homemade challah, zero screens, and a family singing zemirot in harmony… and then looked around your
It’s Okay to Start Small: Building a Shabbat Practice That Feels Like You Read Post »