Modern Orthodox Liberal
Modern Orthodox Liberals are Shomer Shabbat. Their Kosher observance can fluctuate. While they all keep Kosher at home some will eat fish and/or dairy in non-kosher restaurants. They do not adhere strictly to Halacha, i.e. Jewish Law. Modern Orthodox Liberals may not be involved in daily Torah learning or prayer 3x a day, although most study Torah and daven regularly.
They are open to secular activities such as bars, clubs, and movies.
Modern Orthodox Machmir
People who consider themselves Modern Orthodox Machmir live their lives according to Halacha, i.e. Jewish law. They are strictly shomer Shabbos and they keep Kosher in their homes and when they dine out. The men pray 3x a day and learn Torah daily. Many veer away from secular, social activities, including going to bars, clubs, and movies. However, they live in the secular world while leading an observant lifestyle.
Chassidic
These individuals embrace a Chassidic philosophy, that includes a spiritual and emotional commitment to Torah observance. Their devotion to G-d is often emphasized by their obligation to daily prayer and the joyful fulfillment of Mitzvot (commandments or good deeds) with ever-present eagerness.
They tend to have a distinct mode of dress, which can vary according to their specific affiliation (Breslov, Ger, Lubavitch (Chabad), Satmar etc). Often, they follow a particular spiritual guide, i.e. Rebbe.
The majority of Chassidic Jews are ultra-orthodox.
Carlebachian
Those individuals who consider themselves to be Carlebachians are Shomer Shabbos, they keep Kosher and tend to embrace a more spiritual, and free-spirited, observant lifestyle. This outlook emanates from followers of the late Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach who inspired countless unaffiliated Jews in the 60's and 70's. Reb Shlomo is known for embracing Torah, his love of the Jewish people (Ahavas Yisrael), and Israel. His music and melodies have had a large impact on Jews of all lifestyles.
Shomer Mitzvot
This category was created out of a demand for a no-name brand "Orthodox" category. Individuals who choose this category generally do not believe in labels or categorization. They are Shomer Shabbos, Kosher on some level, and they see the importance of daily prayer, Torah study, and the performance of mitzvot.
Orthodox Convert / Ger
These individuals have performed an Orthodox conversion and have undertaken an Orthodox lifestyle. They are Shomer Shabbos, they observe the laws of kashrut, and they live a life based on Halacha (Jewish Law).
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