In this podcast, Tal Ben-Shahar, a lecturer and writer who specializes in the field of Positive Psychology, describes what “studying happiness” looks like in practice, identifies some of the field’s key findings, and explores how religion (Judaism, in particular) intersects with academic research on meaning, purpose, and human flourishing.
Rabbi Josh Feigelson and Michal Fox Smart discuss spirituality and Jewish education.
In this second webinar of the series, Sarah Rosenblum presents foundational material about Positive Psychology and explores the intersection of those key ideas with Jewish Education. She gives practical adaptable examples for educators to try in their programs.PRE-SESSION TWO READINGWhat Exactly do we mean by Happiness? by Michelle Shapiro Abraham, the director of program development for the URJ Campaign for Youth Engagement.
This is a podcast that gives parents a framework for leaning into the positive possibilities of spending so much time at home in this pandemic time.
Drawing on her own groundbreaking research with thousands of men and women, Sonja Lyubomirsky has pioneered a detailed yet easy-to-follow plan to increase happiness in our day-to-day lives — in the short term and over the long term.
Sonja Lyubomirsky shows how a simple reminder to count your blessings can have a profound impact.
The 4th in the Shinui webinar series- Where Theory Meets Practice with Tess Levine and Rachel Happel.
Temple Beth Shalom of Needham Mass, reimagined religious school to create an inclusive environment in which childrenengage in deep learn and bulild relationship while enjoying original experiences elevating Judasim as foundational for Jewish living. this article details that process.
In this brilliant book, she shows how success in school, work, sports, the arts, and almost every area of human endeavor can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents and abilities.
Temple Israel Center, White Plains, NY. In Havurat Torah each semester teens choose one va’adot (action committee), identify a real-life challenge, and build a project-based learning initiative around it.