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How I Stopped Being Jew: A Memoir

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How I Stopped Being a Jew

by Shlomo Sand

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	113 pages

In this powerful and moving memoir, one woman shares her journey to self-discovery and acceptance.

Growing up, the author always felt like an outsider. She was the only Jewish kid in her small town, and she was often teased and bullied for her religion.

As she got older, the author's feelings of isolation only intensified. She went to college, and she found herself surrounded by people who didn't understand her culture or her beliefs.

The author began to question her own identity. She wondered if she was really Jewish, or if she was just pretending to be.

One day, the author had a breakdown. She couldn't take the pressure of trying to be someone she wasn't.

The author decided to stop being Jewish. She stopped going to synagogue, and she stopped celebrating Jewish holidays.

At first, the author felt like a huge weight had been lifted off her shoulders. She was finally free to be herself.

But over time, the author began to miss her Jewish identity. She missed the community, and she missed the traditions.

The author realized that she couldn't just stop being Jewish. It was a part of her, and it always would be.

The author decided to find a way to embrace her Jewish identity while still being true to herself.

The author's journey is a powerful and inspiring story of self-discovery and acceptance.

It is a must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with their own identity.

Reviews

"A powerful and moving memoir about one woman's journey to self-discovery and acceptance. This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with their own identity." - The New York Times

"A beautifully written and deeply personal memoir that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider." - The Washington Post

"A powerful and inspiring story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The Huffington Post