A Way In
Directing the Heart Through Jewish Mindfulness
ישרי לב
Jewish Mindfulness strengthens our capacity to be present to all that life brings
Teachings Based on Torah
A Way In offers kavanot based on the rhythms of Jewish time and original translations by Rabbi Yael Levy.
Weekly Meditation Sits
Join us every Thursday 8-8:30 AM EST live via call-in for a Morning Meditation Sit, or listen from the archive of sits past.
What is Jewish Mindfulness?
Watch this video for an introduction from Rabbi Yael Levy, founder of A Way In Jewish Mindfulness Organization.
Rabbi Yael Levy: Practices for the Month of Elul
Elul Retreat: Preparing our Hearts and Souls for the New Year
August 24-26, 2018
Kirkridge Retreat Center
Bangor PA
We will explore what moves us, how we want to direct our hearts, and where we find strength.
“May we trust the Unfolding and meet it well
May we dwell in the land and be nourished by faith.”
בטח ביה ועשה טוב שכן ארצ ורעה אמונה
Directing the Heart
A Way In Jewish Mindfulness is based on these foundational teachings:
Listen and love
שמע ואהבת
Shema, veahafta
Pay attention and cultivate the capacity to meet each moment with love and strength
I am grateful
מודה אני
Modah ani
I give thanks
Lift up your eyes
אשא עיני
Esa enay
Cultivate awareness, amazement and awe
This is your life right now
זה היום
Zeh ha yom
Calling ourselves present to each moment
Pause and restore your soul
שבת וינפש
Shabbat vayinafash