Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Days of Awe - with Rachel Goldberg-Polin
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Sep 15, 2025 Rachel Goldberg-Polin, an expert in Jewish traditions, shares insights on observing Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur amidst contemporary challenges. She discusses the significance of these High Holidays, encouraging listeners to connect deeply with themes of introspection, repentance, and personal growth. Goldberg-Polin also highlights the power of sincere apologies and the healing nature of words, emphasizing their importance not just during the holidays but throughout the year. Her reflections intertwine personal experiences with broader themes of social justice.
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Rosh Hashanah As Judgment Day
- Rosh Hashanah is not merely the Jewish New Year; biblically it occurs on the first of the seventh month and marks humanity's creation.
- The day functions as a high-stakes annual assessment prompting deep self-reflection and moral accounting.
Do Repentance With Concrete Steps
- Do real teshuva by feeling genuine regret, stopping the harmful action, verbally owning it, and creating guardrails to avoid repetition.
- Make specific, small commitments rather than vague promises to ensure lasting change.
Pair Apologies With Measurable Plans
- Give concrete plans when apologizing: pair remorse with specific actions and timelines to prevent relapse.
- Start small with measurable steps (e.g., commit to 30 minutes nightly) to rebuild trust and change behavior.
