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Our Mission
Empowering individuals of all backgrounds to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner peace, DNA Meditation seeks to illuminate the path to spiritual connection and a more loving world through meditation with a Jewish framework.
Finding Light in Darkness
After the tragedy of October 7, 2023, the worst massacre against Jews since the Holocaust, many Jewish individuals, who had previously lost touch with their Jewish heritage, felt a profound awakening to the importance of their roots - because it’s in our DNA. In the face of such suffering and the alarming rise of anti-Semitism, it became evident that our society is in need of healing at a deeper level. This awakening inspired the creation of DNA Meditation as a tool for personal and spiritual growth within the Jewish community. By reconnecting with our Jewish roots through meditation, individuals can strive for personal healing and contribute to the collective healing our world desperately needs (Tikkun Olam).
Discover more about DNA Meditation
DNA Meditation is your pathway to connect to your Jewish roots in a deeply personal and relevant way with mindfulness and introspection. Even if you have drifted away from, or were never connected to, the religious aspect of Judaism, within each of us, the essence of Judaism is woven into our very DNA, a spiritual connection that transcends traditional structures. Regardless of your religious sect or background, we share a common core, united by values. DNA Meditation invites you to connect with your inner “Jewish” self through the transformative journey of meditation in a Jewish framework.
DNA Meditation guides you to cultivate a life of deeper significance with awareness, attention, and mindfulness – enabling you to find greater meaning and an opportunity for personal spiritual growth and development. We will engage the heart, body, and soul to connect to your inner world, and discover that the power to transform has been within you all along. It's more than a practice; it's a vital part of who you are.
Not Jewish? That’s okay. Embrace the warmth of inclusivity! Everyone is invited to explore the richness of Jewish traditions. In a world where so much misunderstanding and Jewish hate exists, we’re thrilled to share the beauty of Judaism through meditation. All are welcome to contribute to the tapestry of love and light through the unique lens of Jewish meditation. Join us, not as outsiders, but as cherished guests, and together, let's illuminate the path to a more inclusive and loving world.
Stacey’s meditations are inspired through her active engagement with Institute for Jewish Spirituality (https://www.jewishspirituality.org/) and Art of Living (https://www.artofliving.org/us-en).
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Stacey’s Journey
Personally, I am on a mission to open people’s understanding and appreciation of the beautiful culture, ethnicity and religion of Judaism through focus across three areas;
meditation with a Jewish framework
professional work dedicated to advancing Jewish non-profit organizations
supporting the local community serving on The Board of Trustees for Kol Dorot, a Reform Jewish Community, and Co-founder of Haworth Jewish Women’s Group
After spending 25 years in Corporate America, having held senior-level positions at Fortune 100 and 500 Companies, including American Express and Sony, I shifted my focus to live a life with purpose, embracing my passion for mental wellness and appreciation for my Jewish roots and values.
Spending years commuting from the suburbs to New York City and working as a Corporate Executive, often rushing home to make dinner for my family or attend my kids school or sporting events, left little time to breathe or think. The COVID pandemic provided an opportunity to slow down and reassess what mattered most in life and allowed me time to get back in touch with myself and my family, including my morning workouts and meditation.
During the pandemic, we celebrated, and I watched in awe, as both of my sons became a Bar-Mitzvah about 18 months apart. As the world started to re-open again, my family planned a trip to Israel, a first-time visit for all of us. I did not study Hebrew, attend temple, nor have a Bat Mitzvah as a child. Six months prior to our trip to Israel, I decided it was my time and hired a Hebrew tutor to prepare and led a beautiful bat mitzvah service on December 25, 2022, Rosh Chodesh, at the Egalitarian section of the Wall. You can read my D’var Torah here.
Little did I know that would be a defining moment and turning point in my life. Soon after October 7, 2023, the worst massacre against Jews since the Holocaust, my path became more clear and DNA Meditation was born. In times of darkness, pain and suffering, meditation was my source of healing and tool that helped shine the light and my purpose illuminated. Lets shine a light together to heal the world, each other, and through DNA Meditation, let me guide you to find your light.
Stacey’s Spiritual Path
My spiritual journey is not merely chance; it's a path I was meant to walk.
Both my Hebrew name (Sima D’vorah) and my numerology (life path number 2 and soul urge number 6) are aligned with my destined purpose.
Sima, meaning "treasure" in Jewish culture, reflects my innate ability to uncover hidden gems within myself and others. D'vorah, derived from the ancient Hebrew name meaning "bee," symbolizes my role as a beacon of light and harmony.
D'vorah's story from the Bible inspires me greatly. She was not only a prophet and judge but also a fierce leader who played a crucial role in achieving victory against the Canaanites. Her courage, wisdom, and leadership capabilities serve as a powerful example, especially considering the societal constraints on women during her time.
Like my namesake, my life path number 2 signifies my role as a spiritual mentor and unifier, bringing people together and guiding them on their inner journeys. My soul number 6 indicates that I am a person at prayer, guided by sharp intuition and driven by a deep desire for justice and equality, striving to create a world where love and compassion prevail.
Guided by my namesake and numerology, my Kavannah, or intention, is to inspire and empower each individual to embark on a journey of self-discovery, while also spreading light to illuminate and dispel darkness from within and around us to make a better world (Tikkun Olam).
I’d love to hear from you, reach out.
“And I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit into you: I will remove the heart of stone from your body and give you a heart of flesh.”
Ezekiel 36:26
DNA Meditation Gives Back
DNA Meditation donates ALL proceeds to the following organizations:
Women of the Wall’s central mission is to attain social and legal recognition of our right, as women, to wear prayer shawls, pray, and read from the Torah, collectively and aloud, at the Western Wall.
Because of Women of the Wall, Stacey was able to become a Bat Mitzvah at the Western Wall. In honor of her celebration, she purchased and wore a beautiful tallit. These days, very few tourists are visiting Israel. Many are asking themselves what can I do to express faith in the state of Israel today. I know that joining the Women of the Wall in our struggle for gender equality and religious pluralism is an effective way to convey hope for Israel and true Sisterhood with Israeli women (https://womenofthewall.org.il/).
NATAL is an apolitical non-profit organization that offers psychological and emotional treatment and support to victims of trauma due to war and terror, with focus on Israel.
Traumatic energy remains in the body until it is lovingly acknowledged and released. Stacey understands the power of meditation and that meditation can contribute to this work, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. NATAL can help fill the gaps.
The entire Israeli population has been exposed to traumatic events which mark one of the most challenging trials the country has ever faced. NATAL’s crucial work enables victims and survivors of terror and war to build resilience, to heal and eventually, to live again. (https://www.afnatal.org/emergencyupdates-1)