One of the many lessons we have been gifted from our parents can be boiled down to this simple formula for a meaningful and fulfilling life — find the things you love and give them everything you’ve got.
We are constant witnesses, and perhaps our very lives are in fact embodiments of the creed that “anything worth doing is worth overdoing.” From organizing bus trips to rallies, building a backyard sukkah fit for an outdoor community fundraiser, or saying “yes” to an opportunity even when your gut impulse is a resounding “no”, our parents David & Leanne Matlow are examples of how the fruit we reap from life is in direct proportion to the seeds that we plant.
When you plant seeds with humility, humor, and compassion, life’s fruit is much sweeter and worthwhile. Whether it’s theatre, comedy, travel, (and bonus points if it connects to Judaism in some way!), whatever sets your soul on fire, do more of that, but never forget to give back along the way too.
Fruits also taste much sweeter when shared.
Naomi (naomimatlow.medium.com), Orli (orlimatlow.com), and Yael Matlow are sisters and a writer, comedian, and digital marketer at ARTHOUSE New York, respectively.
