On Purim, we’re told to drink until we “can’t tell the difference” between cursed is Haman and blessed is Mordechai—but are we in fact obligated to do so? Does this apply to everybody? What about women and children? In this episode, Dr. Sharon Grossman and Chana Even-Chen explore what the halakhic texts say about getting drunk on Purim and whether 'L'Chaim!' is for all.

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Tishrei 5785: Pregnant with Possibility

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As we approach the new year, Karen discusses the ideas of hope and rebirth, using the analogy of birth to think through themes at this time in the calendar. She interviews Dr. Shira Fishman, OBGYN and high risk pregnancy specialist, to discuss the role of doctors in preventing pregnancy problems, and the challenges that can arise around pregnancy. The conversation concludes with their hopes for renewal and healing in the upcoming year.

Karen's podcast will be taking a break in the upcoming months while she works on completing a book. We look forward to sharing her Torah insights and interviews with you again in the future. The Eden Center is extremely grateful to Karen for her years of dedication and the wonderful insights she has shared.

Wishing you a Shana Tova - a year full of health, happiness and peace

With great sadness, this podcast episode is dedicated in memory of our slain hostages Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden Yerushalmi, Ori Danino, Alex Lobanov, Carmel Gat, and Almog Sarusi HY'D

In this, the 3rd installment of our menopause series, Karen interviews sex therapist Talli Rosenbaum. They discuss the changing nature of intimacy and sexuality as individuals age. Talli raises various factors that can affect a couple's intimate experience including not having to observe Taharat Hamisphacha, children leaving home, and the additional responsibilities many people have toward older parents. The episode concludes with Talli's advice about desire and enjoyment of intimacy during this stage of life.

To get your copy of 'Immersed in Menopause,' The Eden Center's new menopause resource with an article written by Talli: https://theedencenter.com/menopause-booklet/

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