Nurturing Relationships
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connections in All Your Relationships
The most meaningful relationships in life don't just happen. They're nurtured.
Discover timeless Jewish wisdom and practical insights to strengthen your connections with family, friends, and everyone around you. Through six engaging lessons, explore how empathy, active listening, positive thinking, healthy communication, and forgiveness can transform the way we relate to one another.
October 27 - December 1
5:45 pm - Dinner
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Course
Woodstock, NY
In-person and online
Six-week course
Registration: $69.99
Dinner & Text books Included.
Try the first one for free
A Little Wisdom Can Transform Every Relationship
Watch this introduction to Nurturing Relationships and discover what this six-week journey has to offer.
Six Lessons. Lasting Connections.
Each lesson explores a different aspect of human connection, bringing together classical Jewish teachings and practical insights for everyday life.
The Power 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.
The Art of Listening
See how your attention shapes every relationship. Discover the power of attentive listening and why every word shared is worthwhile. Gain practical tools for effective, active listening.
Navigating Disagreements
Does love conquer all? Explore when direct communication on hard topics is healthy, and when it's not. Learn to sidestep personal offense, maintain grace, and achieve growth while navigating conflict.
Seeing the Good in Others
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.
Giving Constructive Criticism
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.
Forgiveness and Repair
How can we rebuild after hurt? Explore a realistic approach to forgiveness that addresses wrongs while overcoming resentment, rescuing connections, and rebuilding relationships.
Invest in the Relationships That Matter Most
Join Rabbi Mendy for six engaging sessions of Jewish wisdom, meaningful discussion, and practical insights you can take into everyday life.
Everyone is welcome. No prior Jewish learning necessary.
Continuing Education Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of New York Medical College and The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI). New York Medical College is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Go to www.myjli.com/continuingeducation for a complete accreditation statement.
The Wellness Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. TWI maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Credits: 1.5. The New York State Education Department recognizes the Wellness Institute as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed Psychologists, LMSWs, LOSWs, LMHCs and LMFTs.