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EVENING CLASS 6 Tuesdays, 7:30 PM Begins Nov 5
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SIMULTANEOUS VIRTUAL CLASS 6 Tuesdays, 7:30 PM Begins Nov 5
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connections in All Your Relationships
Relationships don't just happen. They're nurtured. Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover the knowledge and skills to enrich and nurture all your interpersonal relationships - at home, at work, and beyond. This course will journey through practicing empathy, active listening, agreeable disagreement, interpersonal optimism, constructive criticism, and effective relationship repair.
Lesson 1 - November 5
EMPATHY: NURTURING SOULFUL BONDS & DEEPENING RELATIONSHIPS
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 12
LISTENING: ENHANCING CONNECTION THROUGH MINDFUL COMMUNICATION
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.
Lesson 3 - November 19
DISAGREEING: NAVIGATING DIFFERENCES WITH RESPECT AND UNDERSTANDING
Does love conquer all? Explore when direct communication on hard topics is healthy, and when it's not. See how to sidestep personal offense, maintain grace, and achieve growth while navigating conflict.
Lesson 4 - December 3
POSITIVITY: UNCOVERING MORE GOOD IN THOSE AROUND US
How can we stay connected to flawed people? Learn to identify biases that misconstrue our view of others. Unlock the tools Jewish thought offers for seeing the goodness hiding in plain sight.
Lesson 5 - December 10
INFLUENCE: GUIDING OTHERS WITH LOVE AND EFFECTIVENESS
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 17
FORGIVENESS: RESTORING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH RECONCILIATION
How can we rebuild after hurt? Explore a realistic approach to forgiveness that addresses wrongs while overcoming resentment, rescuing connections, and rebuilding relationships.