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
What does it take to truly bring together two different people with different pasts to create one single home and present?
We are building for the next generation.
Quitting is easy. Progress is slow, difficult, and hard-earned.
The soul of a Jewish person thrives in the land of Israel. On her very first trip to Israel, Adrienne Gold Davis discovered why.
Do I have to cull my relationships and stay engaged only with those who agree with me?
Changing old patterns is hard. What inspiration can we find in Judaism for making the difficult yet necessary changes in our life?
What happens when emotional stress shows up not just in our hearts, but in our bodies?
What happens when we read Shakespeare through the lens of Torah?
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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