Recent Engagements
271 Engagements & Counting!
Nechama Stempel
of Far Rockaway
,
NY
&
Darren May
of Calabasas, CA.
Mazel tov to all!
to YUConnects in honor of an engaged couple!
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Smile of the Month
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Shiur Spotlight
of the Month
by Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm
Click Here
to listen to more Shiurim on the YUTorah/YUConnects page
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Help Us Make More Matches!
Have friends who are joining YUConnects? Do YOU want help in maximizing your membership?
Check out these
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Read about events, activities and great links for hot topics in dating!
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Special thanks to the
who offer
continuous guidance and support.
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Center for the Jewish Future
Yeshiva University
500 W 185th St., Furst Hall 421
New York, New York 10033
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Wishing you a Shana Tova
and a sweet new year!
Stay tuned for YUConnects events
after Yom Tov
Chabad of Ditmas Park presents
A Pre-Yom Kippur Event for Singles
What: Sushi, speed networking, wine and cheese after party!
When: October 9th
Where: Chabad of Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, NY
Ages: 30-42
Cost: $36
or call 917-974-8461
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Fun Activity Idea of the Month
Passionate about politics?
The 2nd Presidential Debate is Oct. 9th
Organize a watch party!
Get your friends together, serve snacks
and watch the conversations take off!
Let
know if your party is a winner!
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Monthly Insight
Professional Op-Ed
Don't Overthink It!
Several years ago I took my son Zev to our dentist to have baby teeth extracted. Zev sat down in the chair and proceeded to ask him a long series of detailed questions about the procedure he was about to undergo. After Zev was finished, the dentist looked at him and said "Zev, don't overthink it." The doctor went right ahead with the extraction, briefly explaining what was about to happen right before each step. After that day "Don't Overthink It" has become a motto in our house. Most things in life are not nearly as complicated as we make them out to be. But my son was young and understandably apprehensive. He had no idea what to expect until he actually experienced it.
How do people overthink dating? Some people develop long elaborate lists of what they want/don't want. Some call as many references as they can find, even before the first date. They think that by exerting control over the process they can eliminate uncertainty and alleviate any apprehension. But as
we all know (too well!) this is a process that can't be controlled. I'm sure you have all heard stories of marriages that didn't look good "on paper." You've probably also heard stories of marriages where the first date was a disaster. So, don't overthink it! Come up with a BRIEF list of 'must haves' and 'won't accepts'. If the match meets your preliminary guidelines and you've spoken to one or two references, go out on a date! The experience is the only way to really know for sure.
Contributed by: Kara Palley
YUConnects' Connector
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Congratulations to
Sima Greenstein
YUConnects Connector
for winning the great raffle prize of our
successful recruitment referral drive. Sima will be enjoying a
$100 restaurant
gift certificate
!
Please look out for future raffles and chances to win great prizes
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YUConnects Pay It ForWed
Did you know that YUConnects has many resources for newly engaged couples?
Check out our website to see what we offer. And, your donation to our non-profit will entitle you to unique tefilla cards for use at your chuppa. Should you be blessed with making a Simcha, your support of YUConnects can ensure others benefit as well. What a beautiful way to "
Pay it ForWed!"
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