Nutritional Motivation

One of my jobs, I work at a gym. I was talking to two personal trainers and they were belittling my career path to go into nutrition. It was stunning and disappointing to say the least and to keep it clean. That night while I was still at the gym I had posted on facebook:

"I rarely post on here anymore, figured I'd make a cameo post appearance.

Real talk, whatever it is (positive in some way) that you want to do, do it. You put in the time, energy and effort the results will follow.

Someone else's energy is exactly that, their energy. I literally had someone just now try to attempt to talk me out of/downplay what I want to do with my life and pull someone else into it to back their viewpoint on it.

At that point, I immediately shut down the conversation and listened to some calming music for a minute, made sure to tell them have a great weekend as they left. I wonder how they'd feel if someone had did that to them.

The moral of the post: rise above the noise, continue on your path, trust the process and appreciate the family/friends that support you.

"If you ballin' keep ballin', if you jealous stop, I want everyone to give (whatever they are passionate about) everything they got, how real is that?"

Honorable Steinberg's response

"Hayden, idly browsing fb,and came upon your posting. Well said young man! have conviction in whatever it is you do...do it as if your life depends on it...last I saw you Rachel was getting married...i play blues/jazz harmonica all hours of the day/night. I'm not nearly as good as I should be, but doesn't matter...I am who/what i am, and I absolutely LOVE playing blues/jazz harmonica...and I CAN, so I do...the fact that it's a trivial pursuit doesn't bother me in the least. People have devoted their lives to playing classical piano or grandmaster chess, so why not harmonica. The only thing that stops me is exhaustion. Practicing harmonica the way I do is hard work!...HAYDEN, find out whatever it is that you absolutely LOVE to do...and then just go do it...focus on it, commit yourself to it, and DO IT! You're young enough that you have time to do this...pursue your dreams...and like anyone - if you don't do it now, when will you?? If not now, WHEN???..."

I happily can say that I'm in class now pursuing my dream to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. I will always remember Jeremy Steinberg's words and appreciate them more than he, Janis, Rachel & Jesse could ever imagine.

Janis, Rachel & Jesse. I'm sorry for the loss of your husband/father. It was a privilege being Jeremy's nurse & getting to know him & Janis, & meeting Rachel & Jesse. Jeremy was unique , interesting & honest. Your love, care & support for Jeremy & each other showed me how special your family is. What a beautiful gift. Patty Wixted

I've been friends with Jeremy's daughter Rachel forever. Even when we haven't seen each other in a long time, she calls me "kiddo" and it feels like no time has passed at all. I grew up in West Philly with Rachel and knew Jeremy as her larger than life, caring, eccentric father. When I think back on my experiences with Jeremy, they were underscored by how he expressed his love for Rachel by protecting her and making sure that she was living in a way that would serve her well. My deepest condolences for your loss.

A passion filled life, full of love and brilliance

Jeremy and I met when we were both in our 20's. I remember him so clearly, his long lanky self leaning over my desk on his first day at our company. He was, as he was about so many things, intensely curious about what I did, why and when and how it worked... one question tumbling out before the previous one's answer was done. It was a conversation that started and never stopped, encompassing many years and countless subjects.
Jeremy and I had the kind of friendship, over the span of 35+ years, where we could go without contact for long periods of time, then pick up seamlessly from our last conversation as though it had been yesterday.
We shared many interests and shared NOT sharing some, with the best of humor. He would tease me about some of my passions, yet listen so deeply as to why they were important to me, asking insightful and thought-provoking questions. We would often laugh about how many subjects we would cover in the hours that our conversations could last.
Jeremy's life WAS passion manifested- whether about his wife Janis who he absolutely adored, his kids who never ceased to amaze and delight him with their accomplishments, and his intense exploration of whatever was his latest interest- whether it was music, collections, martial arts or dissecting what makes people who they are.
Jeremy always marveled at his luck in finding and marrying Janis, and having the amazing, multi-talented, and brilliant children that Rachel and Jesse are. He was self-deprecating about his own talents and would give Janis all of the credit for how incredible they are.
No matter the distance or time that elapsed, we knew that we were very important parts of each other's lives. We always knew that if we needed each other, we would be there, in connection if not physical proximity and that was a blessing and a great gift to my life. Life took me further away from this area and meant that I did not see Jeremy and the family as much as I would have wanted to, but the connection was and is always so strong.
I cannot believe that you are gone, my dear dear friend. I feel so blessed to have known your brilliance, kindness, loving and caring nature, and humor. You are a part of my soul’s essence.
Travel well, Jeremy. You are and always will be one of the most precious people that I have been privileged to know and love.

What can I say about my dear friend

Jeremy was a unique , soft spoken man with a heart of gold. He thanked me for being Janis' friend on several occasions and asked my opinion on gifts for her. He loved her so much. He shared my love for unique Steampunk art and shared pictures of his knife collection. A great father, a kind loving man he will be saddly missed by me and my family

Remembering Master Sensei

Mr. Steinberg will be missed.
My sister, MK, was roommates with Rachel at NYU and for many years after that. I remember being delightfully surprised the first time Rachel told me stories about her father - getting out of his seat at her dance recital to do lunges in the aisle because he needed to stretch and practice martial arts and did not want to waste time. I loved the fact that Mr. Steinberg was so comfortably himself that something like that would not phase him. I immediately started calling Mr. Steinberg "Master Sensei" because I realized from the many stories that Rachel told that this was a man who had a lot to teach the world, and I was eager to learn.
Mr. Steinberg taught us all how important it is to be yourself and to do whatever brings you joy. It does not matter what others say or do, we all need to follow our own path to happiness. Mr. Steinberg also taught us how important it is to follow your passions. I cannot count (and am glad that it is not public knowledge) how many times I watched the harmonica videos that his kids put on social media. Mr. Steinberg had a serious talent that he practiced and practiced in order to not only perfect his skills, but also fill his life with joy. He taught us how to have discipline and to stay strong. I have heard so many stories about his brilliance and compassion, and knowing Rachel and Jesse, it is clear that he raised his children with those same traits.
I am so thankful that I met Mr. Steinberg at Rachel's wedding, where I was completely starstruck and I think bowed in honor. I am forever grateful that my sister lived with Rachel and brought the amazing Steinberg family into our lives. I will always think of the many lessons Master Sensei has taught me over the past 15 years and I will do my best to honor him by living what he taught.
Sending love to all the Steinbergs. Thank you for sharing the joy of your father with all of us.
Love,
Meghan

a kind soul

Jeremy Steinberg was the coolest person on this planet. he has a very loving thoughtful family. A great memory that i have with him was last year I was facetiming Rachel and Jesse just to say hey and he took Rachel's phone just to say Hi to me. He would be forever missed. a great man a kind heart Cheers Jeremy Steinberg.
sheila walsh

I am so thankful I was able to meet Jeremy at Rachel's wedding, I had heard so many wonderful things about him from my children and Rachel herself. Knowing the kind, beautiful, intelligent children he and Janis raised makes me sad I did not know him sooner or better. I know he will be missed. I am so sorry for the void he leaves.

CB Owens

I did not know Jeremy well, regrettably—we met only once—but I’ve known his children for almost 15 years now. And if any of Rachel and Jesse’s intelligence, warmth, sensitivity, kindness, wit, good looks, and unerring moral compass came down from their father, then what an incredible man he must have been. I know he will be sorely missed by all who knew him, but in our sadness let us find a kernel of gratitude: for all the many lives he touched, and for the beautiful legacy he left behind, not least of which the family he loved so dearly.

A Great Father

I have known Jesse and the Steinberg Family for the better part of 20 years. I will always remember one of the first times I met Mr. Steinberg. I was an awkward kid about to go to a school dance with his son; a rough spot for an angsty girl in an uncomfortable dress. He and the rest of the family welcomed me with hugs and immediately started joking around and included me in whatever game they had been playing with the family dog. I distinctly remember his demeanor putting me at ease and allowed that initial tension to melt away. Every time I saw him over the years, he was always quick with a hug and some kind of dad joke to diffuse any situation. I always appreciated those small kind gestures.
Ultimately, I am most appreciative of his role as a father. Jesse and Rae have that same kind, sweet, and funny attitude. I will always be grateful for how he shaped one of my oldest friends into the generous, strong, and genuine man is he today.

All my love,
Alicia Rosen

Jeremy Steinberg - What a Legend

I remember hearing stories about you before I ever met you - you could take out pans from the oven with your BARE HANDS, you were a martial arts expert and would even perform them in public settings, and you were the smartest person Rachel had ever met. And when I visited your home for the first time at Rachel's graduation party, you 100% lived up to the legend. I was lucky enough to see the martial arts moves first hand, you were sharp as a tack, and of course, I'll never forget you telling us about how much you loved your children and how your love for your wife had grown more and more since the day you were married. You were a joy to be around and truly one of a kind. You will be so missed.

Juliana (Rachel's co-worker at LinkedIn)

I met Rachel's Dad on "Bring Your Parents to Work Day" a few years ago at LinkedIn's offices in Manhattan. We were in the salad line where I found him to be engaging, right from the start. I was impressed (and struck) by his spirit and energy. A charming and effective contrarian; I liked what he had to say and welcomed his credible candor. He says it like it is -- that's what I took away from our brief meeting. That and his sense of humor. Jeremy came back to our offices at least one more time and I remember smiling knowing he was with us. His commitment to philanthropy and social causes come through in Rachel, among many other wonderful traits. Rachel is a gem (a star!) on our team and it's not surprising we've all taken to her so easily given her loving parents and very very special father.

He was Jeremy

There are so many beautiful memories that I have of Jeremy-practicing karate out back, rollerblading up and down the block or riding his three wheeled thingamajig, urging Jesse to throw the baseball harder and straighter, gushing about something fantastic that Rachel did at school, bursting through the front or back door to tell me something exciting he just discovered, asking Janis about dinner, playing the harmonica, watching a baseball game with his family and yelling at the tv, rushing off to work in the morning and up the front steps afterwards. He was always around, always present, always thinking and sharing. Rest in peace my dear friend. My heart aches and is relieved for you at the same time. I have never met anyone else like you, because there is no one like you. I love you. Rest in peace my dear friend.