Appreciating each child's uniqueness enhances family and communal unity.

Seemingly imperceptible changes mark the beginning of large tragedies. Subtle threats have obvious impacts. This played out in our history and contunues in the world today.

Strangely, Yaakov blessed his sons according to the blessings they already had. We would expect him to bless them in areas they weren't already blessed. This lesson applies to all children in all generations.

The flip side of responsibility is clearly knowing what we are not responsible for. Parshas Vayigash teaches us both.

Why did Yehudah switch attitudes while speaking to Yosef? The power of responsibility.

An amazing insight into the seven good-looking cows. They looked good, because Paraoh felt good! This idea has very practical ramifications for mothers! Please visit www.torasimecha.com to download your Chanukah gift from the "Writings" section.

The Chanukah miracle required significant and difficult human efforts because Chanukah is a celebration of our partnership with Hashem.

Why was Yaakov punished for putting Dinah in a chest before meeting Eisav? A lesson for all parents on the yahrtzeit of my grandfather, Rabbi Avraham Hyam Lapin.

Many of us have a natural tendency to limit ourselves and focus on what comes naturally. This Parsha reminds us to expand our possibilities and help our children do the same.

Chinuch is the opposite of one size fits all! It is instead, a personalized, individualized approach to raising children.