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Roberta Rosenthal Kwall

Roberta Rosenthal Kwall is a law professor, author, Jewish educator, and grandmother.

Ancient Wisdom: How I Lost My Balance—and How I Got It Back

I always thought I had my life in balance, until I became consumed with trying to help an alcoholic friend. ‘Saving’ her became my addiction—and my…

November 16, 2025

Roberta Rosenthal Kwall

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