n this episode, Efrat Amira introduces a powerful shift inspired by The Art of Elevation by Yechiel Harari: our role as parents is not just to manage behavior, but to elevate our children.

Rather than reacting moment to moment, we’re invited to help our children see the good already within them—their potential, strength, and capacity for growth—while gently refining the traits that pull them off course.

What You’ll Learn

Why modern parenting struggles with character formation

How Western thought (influenced by Rousseau) views children as inherently perfect—and why that makes discipline confusing

A Jewish wisdom perspective on human nature: potential, not perfection

The idea of two inner forces—self-centered instincts and higher values—and how they show up in kids

Why character traits aren’t “good” or “bad,” but need balance and refinement

How strong traits like confidence, assertiveness, or cheerfulness can become destructive if unbalanced

What Avodat Hamidot (character work) means in everyday parenting

Why changing perspective leads to emotional health—and better behavior over time

The Big Idea

When we help our children expand their perspective—rather than just correcting actions—their emotions shift, their behavior follows, and their character strengthens.

This is how we raise children who don’t just behave well, but become well.

If you found this episode helpful, be sure to check out the next video on the real roots of anxiety and depression in children and teens.

00:00 Elevating Parenting: A New Perspective
04:05 Understanding Children's Nature: The Dual Souls
08:07 Character Traits: Balancing Strengths and Weaknesses

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