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Nov 2024
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Midweek Reset: On legacy letters

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This week Rabbi Steve Leder on why we should consider what we leave those closest to us when we die to include a legacy letter or ‘ethical will.’ Rabbi Leder reminds us that it’s not only our material possessions that matter when we’re no longer around but what will be cherished most are our words, our guidance, and our love and gratitude.  

​This episode with Rabbi Steve Leder was originally broadcast, May 28th 2022

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