Rabbi Rick Schechter

Rabbi Rick Schechter is the spiritual leader of Temple Sinai of Glendale in Glendale, CA. He has studied the field of positive psychology extensively since 2003, completed 240 hours of training and certification in applied positive psychology, and teaches classes in Judaism and positive psychology for adults and teens.

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Health and Wellness

What Jewish Tradition Says About Health and Wellness

Rabbi Rick Schechter

September 29, 2020

Shmirat haguf – literally, guarding the body – is the religious imperative to take care of our body and soul. Learn how you can fulfill this mitzvah.

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Jewish Learning

How Judaism and Positive Psychology Make Excellent Bedfellows

Rabbi Rick Schechter

September 29, 2020

Positive psychology has from its inception been unabashedly influenced by ancient philosophical and religious wisdom, embracing teachings and values found in Judaism.

Try This Spiritual Exercise for Strength Amid the Coronavirus Crisis

Rabbi Rick Schechter

March 30, 2020

What gives you strength and resilience during this coronavirus crisis? Try this exercise.

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Shabbat

Take Time to Look at the Sky: Sage Advice for Summer Shabbats

Rabbi Rick Schechter

August 2, 2018

Our lives are so hurried and hectic that sometimes we need time just to catch our breath. This is the purpose of Shabbat.

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Ten Minutes of Torah

There's More Than One Way to Spell Shalom

Rabbi Rick Schechter

April 5, 2018

More than peace, shalom means well-being, health, wholeness, and prosperity. How can we achieve this precious blessing in our lives – for our loved ones and ourselves?