From the COLlive inbox: “How can we as parents support and inspire our young daughters to stand strong in the face of so many of their friends?” Full Story
It’s Time For An Illogical Response
From the COLlive inbox: “For many of us Chassidim, this is a new experience. We don't know what to do/think/feel about a tragedy on such a large scale.” Full Story
Before We All Leave WhatsApp Because of the Channels Feature
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From the COLlive inbox: "Educators and parents are very concerned about the new Channels feature on WhatsApp, turning it into another social media platform. Simply getting everyone to leave WhatsApp may not be the ultimate solution to the concerns we face." Full Story
Dr. Howard Kaye, 71, OBM
Dr. Howard Kaye, the beloved husband of Lori Gilbert-Kaye, who was murdered in the shooting attack at Chabad of Poway in April 2019, passed away. Full Story
The Top Stories of 5783 on COLlive.com
The 20 most-read articles on COLlive.com of 5783: Full Story
The Most Commented Op-Eds on COLlive in 5783
The op-eds that garnered the most conversation on COLlive.com in 5783: The growing problem at Simchas Beis Hashoeva, posing at the Ohel, our post-Gimmel Tammuz reality and an issue faced by many of our newlywed couples. Full Story
Why Exactly Am I Here on Rosh Hashana?
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Article by Rabbi Shimon Posner: “King Charles III might not quite evoke the divine. Maybe because corporeal majesty doesn't cut it when trying to reach beyond the stars. Coronation depends on people, and that’s what we do on Rosh Hashana.” Full Story
To the Silent Sufferer, Living With a Mental Tornado
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From the COLlive inbox: "At some point, it dawns on us that this is not normal, and we are not actually the problem. We scour Google for a diagnosis until we land on one that sounds too familiar. Then we mistakingly tell our spouse we think we know what's wrong..." Full Story
Some Sobering Perspective Before Going Back to School
From the COLlive inbox: "The system" sounds like a rigid, loveless behemoth that pushes everyone into cookie-cutter shapes, forcing everyone to either shape up or ship out. A little perspective is needed. Full Story
Is it Time to Talk About Tznius and Beards?
Op-Ed By Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: "As we begin preparing for Rosh Hashana, the time for reaccepting upon ourselves the kingship of Hashem, it is appropriate to speak about two very important and sensitive topics: Tznius and Beards." Full Story
The Awesome Role of Today’s Educators
Op-Ed by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon of Cincinnati: "An educator asked me the following question: 'Why is it that so many of today’s youth are turned off from Yiddishkeit because of something relatively small that a teacher says or does?'" Full Story
Tiers in Shidduchim Isn’t the Issue; It’s the Disillusionment
From the COLlive inbox: “While it's essential to acknowledge that people have varying priorities, the real issue lies in the communication between parents and their children regarding Shidduchim.” Full Story
It’s Time to Change the Narrative on Being Single
From the COLlive inbox: "The real Shidduch Crisis is not the age at which people are getting married, but the belief that until one gets married, their life is even remotely less precious, valuable, worthy and purposeful than it would be if they were already married." Full Story
Answers to Common Excuses For Not Attending a Simcha
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From the COLlive inbox: "Is it only to simchas where the hosts are savvy at promoting themselves that we attend? Are the hosts meant to remind and beg you to come in order for you to show up? Have we lost our sense of loyalty and integrity?" Full Story
It’s Time to Stop Judging Each Other’s Shlichus
From the COLlive inbox: A Shliach in a small-town community writes about the misunderstanding of fellow Chassidim and even colleagues about this mission and the comments that he often hears that make it sound like what he does isn't worthwhile. Full Story
The Struggle for Teacher Appreciation
Op-Ed by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: “While many are fortunate to be able to “properly vacation” in the summer, most Mechanchim are not in that position.” Full Story
Can Camp Canteens Help Stop the Sugar Tide?
Op-ed by Shmarya Richler: Last year, during Visiting Day at camp, I saw something very concerning. I'm not talking about the hot dogs, burgers and french fries enough to feed an army... Full Story
A Few Dating Truths From an Older Single
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From the COLlive inbox: “In going through my journey as an older single, I’ve realized a few hard-core truths that I would like to emphasize in hopes of helping others do the same.” Full Story
Moving U.S. Embassy Was a Bigger Deal Than Some Think
On the five-year anniversary of the United States moving its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, former ambassador David Friedman says it had a larger impact than some might think. Full Story, Video
I’m The Post Gimmel Tammuz Bochur You Speak Of…
Op-Ed by a Bochur born post Gimmel Tammuz: "There have been two op-eds written on the topic of Hiskashrus after Gimmel Tammuz, and while I feel that both have some merit to their points, I feel that both are lacking in some essential areas, and therefore I felt compelled to respond to both." Full Story
Honesty is Required in Our ‘Gimmel Tammuz’ Conversation
Response by Rabbi Yaacov Behrman: "I recently read an op-ed written by my dear friend, Rabbi Gershon Avtzon, on Gimmel Tammuz, and I felt compelled to respond. Rabbi Avtzon mentioned the importance of an open and honest conversation, which resonated with me. So let's truly be open and honest." Full Story
Can We Talk About Our ‘Gimmel Tammuz’ Reality?
Op-ed By Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: "It is time for an open and honest discussion about how we educate children, and ourselves, in a temporary but current post-Gimmel Tammuz world." Full Story
That One Frum Kid in the Bunk
From the COLlive inbox: "My friends and I are preparing for the summer day camp experience at various Chabad Houses, but we're also dreading that wild frum kid who will be ruining it for the rest of the bunk." Full Story
Dear Frum Social Media Influencers…
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From the COLlive inbox: As a mother of teens, there is much to be said about the effects of social media. But I'd like to address the frum influencers who are on the platforms and are creating content. Full Story
Erev Shabbos Street Music Should Reflect Our Shchuna
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From the COLlive inbox: As a long-time resident of Crown Heights, I've noticed a disturbing trend in recent months in Shchuna, particularly on Erev Shabbos. Full Story