An addiction and recovery based community for Jewish People. Jewish Recovery, 12-Step, and social wo
Who We Are:
An addiction and recovery based community for Jewish People. Jewish Recovery, 12-Step, and social work practices inform our practices and supports. Program Coordinator: Devora Jaye-Loike [email protected] 347-735-0583
What We Do:
We coordinate and facilitate meetings and groups. Support Groups:
Open support groups facilitated by a social worker ranging from topics like self-compassion
09/19/2023
Recovery and Teshuvah are both reparative processes. Teshuvah is "more than making amends and attaining forgiveness." (Nesivos Shalom) It goes beyond just erasing the negative; it should bring spiritual growth. Grow together with us during this time of making amends and being thoughtful about our actions.
08/23/2023
We all have triggers – those moments that stir intense emotions. Instead of shying away from them, let's embrace the opportunity to understand ourselves better:
Self-Discovery: Identify what triggered you and dive into the underlying emotions. It's a pathway to self-awareness.
Emotional Healing: Confronting triggers enables you to heal past wounds and create a space for emotional growth.
Mindful Response: Recognize triggers as an invitation to respond mindfully rather than react impulsively.
In this month of Elul, as we reflect and look to improve ourselves, Let's encourage each other to embrace triggers as catalysts for personal evolution!
08/21/2023
As we begin the countdown to the High Holidays and make our way through the Jewish month of Elul, it’s time to take stock in how our actions might have affected others. Apologies are bridges to healing and understanding. Here's a roadmap to help you navigate the art of a heartfelt apology:
1️⃣ Acknowledge the Impact: Recognize how your actions affected the other person. Show empathy and understanding.
2️⃣ Take Responsibility: Own up to your mistakes without making excuses. Accountability paves the way for genuine growth.
3️⃣ Express Regret: Sincerely express your regret for the hurt caused. Let your words come from a place of genuine remorse.
4️⃣ Make Amends: Offer ways to make things right, if possible. Actions speak louder than words.
5️⃣ Learn and Grow: Commit to learning from your mistake and taking steps to avoid repeating it.
08/07/2023
Let's talk about something important – our mindset! You know, sometimes we doubt ourselves, and it holds us back from reaching our full potential. But here's the thing: we have so much greatness within us. It's time to change that self-doubt to unshakable confidence. You are capable, worthy, and deserving of all the amazing things life has to offer. Believe in yourself, trust your strengths, and watch how your life transforms.