The Blue Dove Foundation

03/05/2026

Check out our Passover and Mental Health resources at https://thebluedovefoundation.org/resource_category/passover/

03/03/2026

Wishing everyone a Purim of joy, wellness, and community!

03/02/2026

In our latest article, Maximillian Hollander explains how Purim is a holiday of joy, celebration and feasting, but an essential element of Purim is giving, particularly to those in need. Mordechai established matanot le’evyonim — gifts to the needy — as a central commandment of the day.

Jewish tradition and modern research alike show that generosity increases happiness and life satisfaction and activates “the happiness trifecta” of dopamine, serotonin and oxytocin. Engaging in giving transforms personal joy into shared joy, making Purim a celebration that uplifts both the giver and the community.

The Jewish Gift of Giving -

03/02/2026

Today is the Fast of Esther, marking the commemoration of the fast she requested the people undertake before approaching the king to plead for her people. It is a day of unity against the things that seek to harm us. However, for some people, the day itself is a source of harm.

Be Inclusive of Community Members struggling with Disordered Eating on Fast Days. Focus on the day as a day of connection, prayer, and community, not just an "easy fast."

02/24/2026

Prepare for Purim with a beautiful article by Rabbi Sandra Cohen:

"Perhaps this mask reveals that I want to be a princess. Perhaps it is just a pretty dress. But I love it. It is a mask I take on joyfully. It is a mask that reminds me of my past and helps me embrace my family of today. It is about simchas and dancing, friendship and love, family and faith. And, just as I wear white on Yom Kippur, I trust my community to let me wear this white dress on Purim."

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02/20/2026

What Structures Do You Have in Your Life to Ground Yourself When Life Gets Hard?

Read the full article at https://thebluedovefoundation.org/the-tabernacle-the-psychology-of-relapse-parshat-terumah/

02/19/2026

In this article, our marketing and Jewish education manager, Maximillian Hollander, explores Parshat Terumah and the Mishkan as a response to the Jewish people’s relapse into idolatry after the golden calf, showing how God provided structure and tangible guidance for their spiritual recovery. It draws a parallel between this biblical narrative and modern understandings of relapse, emphasizing the importance of frameworks and support systems in navigating periods of vulnerability.

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02/19/2026

Happy Rosh Chodesh Adar! Adar is considered a month of joy, commemorating our salvation from the wicked Haman in the Purim story, and over the course of Adar we are tasked with nurturing joy on our own, and Judaism contains thousands of years of advice on how we can achieve happiness in our lives. Learn about them now in our "How Do Your Adar?" Resource at the link in the bio or https://thebluedovefoundation.org/what-gives-you-joy/

02/17/2026

Tonight begins the month of joy and gladness - Adar! And that means Purim is right around the corner. To learn how to incorporate mental health and wellness into your festivities, and how to make sure Purim is a safe and meaningful holiday for everyone, check out our Purim and mental health resources! Learn more at https://thebluedovefoundation.org/resource_category/purim/

02/16/2026

February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM), our yearly reminder of the Jewish concept of kavod habriyut— the value of unqualified universal respect that applies to all human beings: young or old, sick or healthy, tzadik (righteous person) or rasha (criminal), independent of social status, identity or context. Related to that idea is the Jewish value—and our mental health value—of all human beings being created in the image of God, b’tzelem Elohim. As such, they are born with divine value.

Read more at https://thebluedovefoundation.org/a-helpful-reminder-of-kavod-habriyut/

02/06/2026

Join JBI Library patrons for a panel discussion as part of a celebration of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month. Each of the panelist will be sharing their perspectives on being a Jewish person with a disability, how their disability or vision loss has impacted their participation in and understanding of Jewish life, and how they personally experience these intersecting identities.

The panel will be followed by an open Q&A portion. It is sure to be an illuminating and powerful event. We hope you will join!

Join JBI Library patrons for a panel discussion as part of a celebration of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month. Each of the panelists will be sharing their perspectives on being a Jewish person with a disability, how their disability or vision loss has impacted their participation in and understanding of Jewish life, and how they personally experience these intersecting identities.

02/02/2026

Try grounding yourself today with our Tu B'Shvat Guided Audio Meditation!

Tu B’Shvat, also known as the New Year of the Trees, is a Jewish holiday focused on nature and humankind’s stewardship of Earth. It serves as a time to reflect on the ways we are nurturing ourselves.

Like all living things, we are constantly growing and bettering ourselves. Just as we care for the trees, we also must care for ourselves. Just as we water a garden, we must also nourish ourselves. Let’s take some time to step into nature, connect with the earth, and plant the seeds of our own mental wellness.

Tu B’Shvat, also known as the New Year of the Trees, is a Jewish holiday focused on nature and humankind’s stewardship of Earth. It serves as a time to refle...