Ch. 28 Accepting the Torah like a Baddie

Today, we welcome Joelle Bensadon to the Garden—a fellow baalat teshuva and thoughtful voice in the world of Jewish growth—for a meaningful conversation about one of the most defining moments in our history: when the Jewish people stood at Mount Sinai and said “Naaseh v’Nishma” — we will do, and we will listen.

We explore what it really means to say “yes” to God before knowing exactly what that commitment entails. Joelle and I talk about the challenges and beauty of stepping into Jewish practice as adults, and how sometimes, the deepest understanding comes only after the action.

This episode is an honest reflection on faith, trust, and the idea that spiritual growth often begins not with having the answers, but with showing up anyway. It’s about doing before fully knowing, living the Torah before fully grasping it, and allowing meaning to unfold through experience.

Whether you’re just starting your journey or are deepening your connection to Torah, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need to have it all figured out. The path begins with one brave yes.

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