About the Author


Rabbi Yaakov Salomon

Rabbi Yaakov Salomon, LCSW is a noted psychotherapist, in private practice in Brooklyn, N.Y. and Lakewood, N.J. for over 35 years. He served as a Senior Lecturer and the Creative Director of Aish Hatorah's Discovery Productions. He is also an editor and author for the Artscroll Publishing Series' and the Artscroll Mishna Series and was a member of the Chavrei Kollel of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath for over 30 years.
Rabbi Salomon received his B.A. (cum laude) in psychology from the City University of New York. He graduated with Honors from the Hunter College School of Social Work, from where he got his Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work. He worked as a clinical supervisor for the Jewish Board of Family & Children’s Services and was an Adjunct Professor in the Master’s program of Long Island University.
 
Rabbi Salomon is co-author, with Rabbi Noah Weinberg z’tl, of the best-selling book, “What the Angel Taught You; Seven Keys to Life Fulfillment,” and the author of, “Something to Think About; Extraordinary Reflections About Ordinary Events,” and “Salomon Says,” all published by Artscroll.
He is the co-producer of the highly acclaimed Kiruv films, “INSPIRED!” and “INSPIRED TOO; KIRUV ACROSS AMERICA.” He is also the Creator and Director of “iProd,” “HIDDEN YIDDEN,” “THE SHAKE,” and several other inspirational films.
He writes a weekly column, Out of the Box; Musings on Timely Issues for the Flatbush Jewish Journal.
Rabbi Salomon’s video blog, “Salomon Says,” on www.aish.com, was seen weekly for ten years by hundreds of thousands of people across the world.
His speaking, writing, and musical talents have delighted audiences, from Harvard to Broadway and everything in between.
He lives in Jackson, NJ, surrounded by his loving family.


 

How Old Is Your Doctor?

And does it matter?

 

Learning Kabbalah

How authentic is Ashton Kutcher's Torah?

 

Rav Noah's Wisdom

One piece of wisdom from Rabbi Weinberg that changed my life.

 

Rags to Riches

The Ted Williams Story

My New Hero

Just an ordinary guy…with an extraordinary story.

 

The Snow Job

Have you ever felt truly helpless?

 

Surgery On a Neo-Nazi

Oath vs. principle: what would you do?

 

I Don't

Is divorce the new marriage?

 

Saying Goodbye to Narcissism

Is it “normal” to be selfish?

 

Don't Delay

A Chanukah lesson for today.

 

Airport Security Solution

Let's learn from the Israelis.

 

Bad Report Card

What is the best way to react?

 

Scaring the Smoker

How far should we go?

 

Internet Dangers, Revisited

The problem is getting worse.

 

From the Top of Masada

A timely lesson while traveling with Aish.com's mission to Israel.

The Dry Cleaner Syndrome

A new definition for insanity.

 

When Fair is Unfair

Sometimes fairness goes too far.

 

Advice for the Miners

Out of the depths and into our hearts.

 

Anti-Semitic Rallies

Ignite or ignore: How should we respond?

 

Will Your Kids Know Maimonides was Jewish?

A recent study shows the ignorance of our own people.

 

Why Sukkot Now?

Shouldn't the holiday be celebrated in the Spring?

 

Temporary Repentance

Is it worth anything?

Preparing for Rosh Hashanah

The secret to an inspiring new year.

 

The Circumcision Debate

This 4,000 year old tradition symbolizes the Jewish people's covenant.

 

Dear Dr. Laura

Some words of advice before you go.

 

Sliding with Slater

Is the JetBlue flight attendant a hero or villain?

 

I Love Hot Dogs

Do you really?

 

Little Things Add Up

Lessons from airline luggage fees.

 

Adult ADD

ADD doesn't only affect kids. And it could be the source of marital strife.

 

Selling Suicide

The new euthanasia ads.

 

Have You Seen My Wallet?

Don't make such a big deal.

 

Aish.com Mission to Israel

Spend an amazing week in Israel with me and your other favorite Aish.com writers!

 

Affording Children

What role does money play in the decision to have children?

 

More Gulf, Less Golf

How to fight complacency in our lives?

 

Kids in Shul

If, When, and How

 

Why We Need Hebrew School

Are you giving your kids a Jewish education?

 

Lessons from Al & Tipper

Making sure you never take your spouse for granted.

Going, Going, Gone

Why I said goodbye to baseball.

 

The Twain Legacy

What would you have to say in 100 years?

 

Your Best Advice

Share the ultimate graduation gift.

 

Kids & Cell Phones

At what age?

 

Our Biggest Problem

What is the biggest problem facing world Jewry today?

A Button's Life

Everyone has a mission in life. But what about me?

 

The Big Countdown

Why Jews count UP, not down.

 

Intimidation

Do you really have a mind of your own?

 

Passover's Essential Message

What's wrong with being a slave? The real reason God set us free.

 

Getting Personal with God

Does God sweat the small stuff?

 

The NY Times Does It Again

Still misinterpreting a woman's role…

 

Saluting the Losers

A true Olympic farewell

 

Purim Destiny

You may not be headed where you think you're going.

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