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When we think of children, we often view them as brilliant and resilient kids. They can bounce back from almost anything. Although it may seem like children “bounce back”, traumatic experiences in childhood can lead to serious and long-lasting effects into adulthood, particularly when the trauma goes unresolved.

Worries, doubts, and anxiety are a normal part of life. It’s natural to worry about a court date coming up, going on a first date, or even starting a new job. We worry every day about “what if” and we get anxious thoughts in our heads, which start to interfere with our daily life.

Every now and then we are hard on ourselves and feel bad about our lack of progress. We feel guilty that we’ve missed a Torah class, guilty about skipping the gym, or slipping up and doing something we know we shouldn’t have.

Relationships can be great but there may come a time when you both know that the relationship has to come to an end. When you break up with your partner, you sometimes lose a best friend.

As summer approaches, the school year is coming to an end. An end for Morahs, moms, and students. It’s a time filled with anticipation and excitement. Even as a kid myself I remember counting down the days, weeks, and months, until the school year was over.

How often do you pause to appreciate what Hashem has given us in life? As I am becoming more observant, I began to appreciate things around me more. As I saw more of the world, I realized all the things I’d been given are not rights, but privileges.