Nurturing Relationships:
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships
Relationships don’t just happen—they’re nurtured. This course empowers you to enhance, enrich, and nurture all your interpersonal relationships—at home, at work, and beyond. Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover knowledge and skills for practicing empathy, active listening, agreeable disagreement, interpersonal optimism, constructive criticism, and effective relationship repair.
LESSON ONE
The Art of Empathy
Nurturing Soulful Bonds and Deepening Relationships
What is empathy? How can we apply it more effectively in our relationships, particularly when we are preoccupied?
LESSON TWO
The Art of Listening
Enhancing Connection through Mindful Communication
• How does listening impact our relationships?
• What does authentic listening look like?
• How can we become better listeners?
LESSON THREE
The Art of Disagreeing
Navigating Differences with Respect and Understanding
Disagreements are inevitable, but they don’t have to lead to discord and resentment. How can we navigate conflicts with grace while maintaining harmony in our relationships?
LESSON FOUR
The Art of Positivity
Uncovering More Good in Those around Us
Our biases influence how we perceive and process problematic behavior, often undermining our relationships. How can we train ourselves to overcome these biases to see more virtue in the people we know?
LESSON FIVE
The Art of Influence
Guiding Others with Love and Effectiveness
In healthy relationships, offering guidance or critique is sometimes essential. How can we guide and inspire effectively without generating resentment and emotional distress?
LESSON SIX
The Art of Forgiveness
Restoring Relationships through Reconciliation
No matter how wonderful the company we keep, there will inevitably be times when we feel insulted, hurt, or even betrayed by someone. What steps can we take to mend bonds and achieve reconciliation?
