Seth Eisenberg, at The Blogs

May 2, 2025, 11:35 PM

Why Chosen Family Will Define the Future — and Why It Already Matters in Israel

For much of human history, family was destiny. Who you were born to determined not only your name and your home, but also your opportunities, values, and place in the world. That’s changing. At PAIRS Foundation, where we’ve spent more than...

Apr 12, 2025, 1:19 PM

Brokenness to Belonging: Why We Built the Yodi App

Illustrative: Couple learn relationship skills with Yodi app (Envato licensed image)

Tikkun olam — repairing the world. It’s not just a commandment. It’s a way of seeing. A way of responding. It’s what you do when you notice something broken, something fragile, something beautiful that could be lost — and you...

Feb 5, 2025, 5:44 AM

Gaza 2035: A Beacon of Peace and Prosperity in the Flourishing Middle East

Illustrative only - an AI created vision for Gaza 2035.

Imagine it is the year 2035, and the Gaza Strip, in the mold of Neom, stands as one of the greatest success stories of the 21st century. Once a land scarred by conflict and hardship, Gaza has now become...

Jan 30, 2025, 9:52 PM

‘I’m Mad That I Don’t Even Know If He’s Still Alive’

Illustrative only. Licensed Envato stock photo.

"What are you mad about?" "I’m mad that it’s been almost 16 months, and he’s still not home." "Thank you. What else are you mad about?" "I’m mad that the world isn’t doing more. That governments hold endless meetings while he’s sitting...

Jan 13, 2025, 8:23 AM

The Hidden Battle: Mental Health and Rising Suicide Rates in the IDF

The Cost of Silence: Confronting Suicide and Mental Health in the IDF

The battlefield isn’t always defined by bullets and bombs. For many soldiers in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the fiercest battles are fought in silence—against anxiety, trauma, and despair. These invisible wounds are exacerbated by a military culture where...

Dec 25, 2024, 6:00 PM

Judicial Assault on Israel’s Democracy is a Warning to the Free World

Illustrative AI image generated by the author.

Democracy thrives when the will of the people is respected, even amidst fierce political debate. But in Israel today, we are witnessing a concerted effort to overturn the democratic mandate given to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by millions of...

Dec 22, 2024, 4:08 PM

A Historic Opportunity for a New Middle East

The collapse of the "Axis of Resistance," the alliance once led by Iran, Syria, and Hezbollah, marks a seismic shift in the Middle East. This coalition, previously a significant force challenging Israel and its allies, has disintegrated under the...

Oct 15, 2024, 7:52 AM

Confronting Death and Loss to Deepen Relationships

Death and loss are inevitable parts of life. Yet, when we lose someone, we are often left with a flood of unspoken words, unresolved emotions, and a heaviness in our hearts. The grief that follows can feel overwhelming, and...

Oct 6, 2024, 10:13 AM

Out of Darkness, We Rise: Lessons from October 7th

October 7th, 2023, was a day that tore through the heart of the Jewish people. In just a few hours, more than 1,200 lives were brutally taken, families were shattered, and we were left reeling from an act of...

Oct 1, 2024, 8:13 AM

Iron Resolve: Why Restraint Won’t Deter Israel’s Enemies

In recent statements, President Biden has called for Israeli restraint, urging its forces to avoid escalating the conflict by entering Lebanon to push Hezbollah back from the border. While the intention may be to prevent regional instability, this call...

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Seth Eisenberg is the President & CEO of the PAIRS Foundation, where he leads award-winning initiatives focused on trauma-informed care and emotional intelligence. Connect with him via linktr.ee/seth.eisenberg.

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