20: Parenting on a Prayer: Ancient Jewish Secrets for Raising Modern Children
Guest: Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah
In this episode, we talk with Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah about her new book, Parenting on a Prayer: Ancient Jewish Secrets for Raising Modern Children. Amy shares the wisdom she gained as a mother of three children and a long-time Jewish educator. Whether or not you are Jewish, the themes and lessons here are universal.
In this episode, we talk about:
Finding parenting inspiration in values and prayers shared in the Jewish prayer book
The important role of intuition in parenting – and how to tap into it
Powerful lessons our kids can teach us about presence
The insight that “If you have no art, your soul has no voice” and how we can support our children to find their artistic expression
How by listening more, we love more — and how the love languages can help us love our kids the way they want to be loved
And, Amy shares an inspiring story that captures the power of unconditional love
Links so you can explore more:
Learn more and connect with Amy at A Soulful Journey
Find Parenting on a Prayer at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Ben Yehuda Press