Nurturing Relationships

Relationships don't just happen they are 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, and navigating constructive criticism and effective relationship repair.

 

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Six Sundays

Nov 1 - Dec 13 (No class Nov 8)
6:30-8:00 P.M

Wellesley Weston Chabad House
793 Worcester Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 USA

$100 (textbook included)

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770-291-9340

Instructor: Rabbi Mendel Bleich

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LESSON 1 - November 1

The Art of Empathy

Unlock the source of all great social connections and see how Judaism’s understanding of empathy enables deep, meaningful friendships that nourish your soul.

 

LESSON 2 - November 15

The Art of Listening

See how your attention shapes every relationship. Discover the power of attentive listening, learn why every word shared is worthwhile, and gain practical tools for effective active listening.

 

LESSON 3 - November 22

The Art of Disagreeing

Does love conquer all? Explore when direct communication on hard topics is healthy, and when it’s not, and see how to sidestep personal offense, maintain grace, and achieve growth while navigating conflict. 

 

LESSON 4 - November 29

The Art of Positivity

How can we stay connected to flawed people? Learn to identify biases that misconstrue our view of others and unlock the tools Jewish thought offers for seeing the goodness hiding in plain sight. 

 

LESSON 5 - December 6

The Art of Influence

Learn the limits of “live and let live.” See how Jewish texts chart a kind, considerate, and effective path for offering critique and guidance grounded in genuine love and respect. 

 

LESSON 6 - December 13

The Art of Forgiveness

How can we rebuild after hurt? Explore a realistic approach to forgiveness that addresses wrongs while overcoming resentment, rescuing connections, and rebuilding relationships.

 

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