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
Adrienne discusses the power of in-person meetings in an online world
To Bend and Not Break
Adrienne talks about why giving is the secret to love
The power of memory can bring us back to our essential identities.
Getting older means taking on the high holiday responsibilities that once fell to our own parents. Adrienne Gold Davis shares how we can make the most of being the host.
A little white lie. A last-minute change of plans. A promise you might not be able to keep. These things don’t really matter, right?
How can we stay sane when opening our home to others?
Quitting is easy. Progress is slow, difficult, and hard-earned.
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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