The woman is the mainstay of her house .

Every wise woman buildeth her house; but the foolish plucketh it down with her own hands (Mishlei 14:1)


The heart of him that hath discernment seeketh knowledge (Mishlei 15:14)

The woman is the mainstay of her house and family. A woman's heart knows she must search out knowledge and truth to enable her to properly train and care for her family. As the nurturer and primary educator in the home, she taps into all the strengths she possesses to enable her to do an optimal job.

The Torah tells us, "Im Ein Kemach, Ein Torah". Eating properly is a foundation for Torah, and the wise woman teaches proper eating habits in her home. But she must also remember to "nurture the nurturer".

I have come to learn that there is no room for guilt when it comes to caring for myself. It is an obligation.