Lighting Shabbat Candles
Shabbat candle lighting is a meaningful mitzvah that welcomes the sacred day of rest. It is a tradition passed through generations, bringing light and warmth into Jewish homes every week. Lighting candles signifies peace, hope, and the anticipation of spiritual renewal each Shabbat.
This website shares the mitzvah of lighting Shabbos candles and features articles and feedback from Jewish psychologists explaining how the spiritual practice supports mental well-being.
Each Starter Kit includes:
Scented tea light candles
A simple How-To FridayLight guide
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Lighting Shabbos candles truly brings a sense of peace and spiritual connection that enhances my mental well-being.
Light the Way: Shabbat Candles
Join our community in embracing the mitzvah of lighting Shabbat candles and experience the spiritual and mental benefits it offers.
Finding Light in Times of Darkness: Mental Health, Spirituality, and Shabbos Candles
Everywhere I look, I see friends and colleagues weighed down by the pressures of life. Work demands, financial stress, and family obligations pile up, often compounded by the tension of workplace relationships. These struggles leave many feeling disconnected—not only from others, but from themselves. For some, the heaviness can spiral into depression so deep it feels impossible to recover.
This reality is not limited to one place. Here in the United States, and across continents, the mental health crisis is real. And while therapy, medication, and support systems are crucial, I have also found strength in something more—a spiritual anchor.
For me, that anchor is emunah—faith in God. I have discovered that when we open ourselves to the possibility of a force greater than ourselves, we create a channel of connection and healing. Prayer, reflection, and spiritual practice allow us to invite that presence into our lives, transforming despair into resilience and disconnection into belonging.
One practice that has been especially powerful for me is lighting Shabbos candles. This ancient mitzvah is more than ritual—it is an act of bringing both physical and spiritual light into the world. On Friday evening, as the flames flicker to life, the home fills with warmth, peace, and a sense of connection that goes beyond words. In that moment, we invite light not only into our homes but also into our hearts—and from there, into the lives of others.
That is why I have chosen to dedicate myself to creating this website: a place where people can explore the intersection of mental health and spirituality, and discover practices that uplift the soul. In the weeks ahead, I will be publishing articles by psychologists and mental health professionals who can share their insights. My hope is that together, we can begin bridging the gap between the struggles of earth and the strength of heaven.
If you have never lit Shabbos candles before, I invite you to begin. To make it easier, I am offering free Shabbos kits for anyone interested. May these lights bring you comfort, clarity, and connection—and may they illuminate the world with hope.