"The recent Kichels episodes about real estate really pushed a button for us, as I’m sure it did for many"
With regard to a letter published last week, I would like to share some thoughts. Firstly, the column Made in Heaven, though written in response to one questioner, is obviously relevant to a much wider base.
Unfortunately, people do not always realize they need help, and therefore won’t reach out to a “professional in a private manner.” Additionally, I think many would agree with me that it is a service to others just to advise what is in the range of normal, for many would not have the resources or knowledge as to why, when, and how to reach out, without some type of exposure to others’ dilemmas. We are not talking about intimate details here, rather tips and ideas that would help those married and in other relationships as well.
Sometimes it is better to have a pareve forum than let problems stew in private. Perhaps this column would not have been published years ago, but that is not necessarily for the better. Perhaps kids should be reading this type of material, which will make them more prepared in future relationships more than reading about finances, politics, or other topics… or perhaps they should stick to the Teen Pages?
Tali Rosenfeld
I am writing in response to “Hoping for Change,” who wrote about not excusing bochurim for habits such as drinking and vaping. I do agree with her points about not excusing these behaviors for someone because he is a “top bochur,” that learning in the beis medrash until late at night does not make these acceptable middos, and that healthier coping skills do need to be acquired.
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