Chapters00:00 The Assumptions We Make About Each Other05:33 Journey of a First Generation American: Family Background08:32 Overcoming Adversity: The Path to Education11:08 Cultural Differences: A Tale of Two Backgrounds13:46 Escaping the Holocaust: A Mother's Story16:04 Life in America: Building a New Home18:49 The Impact of Community and Identity21:22 Lessons from Parents: Activism and Awareness24:24 Navigating Identity: Embracing Heritage26:52 Reflections on Growing Up: The Influence of Parents30:48 Roots in Community and Identity33:51 Navigating College and Career Aspirations38:38 The Journey to Becoming a Rabbi43:58 Choosing a Path: Reconstructionism and Its Impact48:05 First Generation American: A Unique Perspective51:12 Transitioning to Leadership Roles57:10 Taking Risks and Embracing Change58:09 outro.mp4TakeawaysPeople often assume others know their backgrounds.Family histories can reveal surprising truths.Cultural identity shapes personal experiences.Growing up in a Jewish neighborhood influences life choices.Adversity can lead to a stronger sense of identity.The path to becoming a rabbi is often unconventional.Social activism is deeply rooted in personal history.First-generation Americans often feel a unique connection to their heritage.Community involvement is essential for personal fulfillment.Embracing one's identity can lead to empowerment.

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