2025-03-31 2025-03-31
Purse Power
What kind of stuff do you carry around in your purse? If you’re a guy who’s reading this, and you’re not the man-bag type— think about what you load into your pocket each day.  What I’m getting at is, are there inspirational clippings, lucky charms, pictures, or other items that are not only practical and sentimental, but spiritual? I’m amazed at the number of people who have plastic tags dangling from their key chains. You get them for discounts at grocery stores, to check out a book at the library, or for an oil change at . Don’t get me wrong, I think it’s a great idea. I never remember to use my frequent diner card until well after I’ve paid the check, and I’d appreciate a reminder, but I’m too tidy of a person to add more crap to an already bulging purse. I’ve been thinking about all this while I’m on the hunt for the perfect Prayables pocket card to give away to the women of our community. It seems counter-intuitive to mix marketing and spirituality. I’ve even been told it’s sacrilegious, but to me it makes perfectly good sense. If you want women to lead inspired lives, they need inspiration. This morning I was at synagogue waiting for the minyan (prayer service) to begin. I spotted a stack of 5x7 cards on a coffee table nearby where I was sitting. For the Jewish people, it’s the month of Elul. It’s traditionally a time of renewal and reflection. We’re preparing our souls for the which begin in September. Here’s what was written on the bottom of each of three different cards: When in spiritual pursuit, one must engage in inquiry sparsely, succinctly, and precisely… Read next feature >
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