What does it truly mean to succeed as a Jewish mother, and what if the definition of success needs a spiritual makeover? In this moving and deeply personal episode, Adrienne Gold Davis sits down with Jessica Berkowitz, Senior Education Specialist at Momentum, to challenge the narrow, often toxic standards of achievement that dominate our homes, schools, and social media feeds.
Together, they explore the historical and cultural forces that have shaped Jewish views of success, offering a powerful alternative rooted in creativity, emotional intelligence, and Torah values. With honesty, humor, and inspiration, they discuss parenting, vulnerability, comparison culture, and how Jewish women can embrace “microdosing the miracle” by celebrating the small, sacred wins in everyday life.
The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
In the midst of Covid-19 panic and isolation, our children still needed us.
Jewish wisdom teaches that our left eye and right eye see the world differently. How we interpret what we see makes all the difference.
Chanukah is so much more than “Jewish Christmas.”
How can we honor our parents – even when our lifestyle choices feel worlds apart?
No one can survive in this world without ever needing anyone
Recognizing the good in others is like searching for precious gems – it takes hard work, patience, and kindness.
How do we teach our children to honor our family’s values without judging the way other families live?
Adrienne shares stories of courage and empowers each one of us to be brave, generous, and kind in our fight against breast cancer.
For Jewish mothers with children age 18 and under
Participants only pay their acceptance fee and airfare
To participate in the Momentum Yearlong Journey, women must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
Mainly for the husbands of Momentum sisters
$900 for Momentum husbands
Each man get a scholarship of $2,100-$2,400
Partner Organization contributes $700 per man
The Israeli Government does not contribute to the Men’s Trips
To participate, men must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
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