Registration for Nurturing Relationships

Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships

DATES & TIME
6 Tuesdays
October 27 - December 1, 2026
7:30 PM - 8:50 PM

INSTRUCTOR
Rabbi Berel Kesselman
925-326-1613

COURSE FEE
Individual $99 | Couple $150 (course book included)
Scholarships available
Not sure yet? Try the first class free - no commitment.
Course book only: $35

Nurturing Relationships: Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships

A fascinating six-week course from the Jewish Learning Institute

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.

No previous Jewish learning necessary.

This course will satisfy the continuing education requirements for Medical Doctors, Psychologists, Social Workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs. Contact us for more details.

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, LCSWs, LMHCs and LMFTs.

COURSE OUTLINE

Lesson One
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 Two
The Art of Listening

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

Lesson Three
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 Four
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 Five
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 Six
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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