Standing Alone Before Hashem

Why does Moshe introduce Yehoshua to his position with dire predictions? How do we approach tough times? How do we model "choosing life" for our children.

Who benefits when small children are brought to Hakhel? Both the children and parents are impacted powerfully and positively. Here's how.

If adults feel invisible behind masks, how do children feel? Moshe Rabeinu reminds us in this week's sedros to notice and address each person so they feel seen and valued.

How can we develop gratitude in ourselves and our children? The Parshah teaches that the more we say thank you, the more grateful we feel!

The Torah promises us rewards for refraining from doing evil - something we all can do the vast majority of the time. This style of setting up for success is important to offer our children too. (The Nurtured Heart approach by Howard Glasser)

What feels right isn't always right and what feels holy isn't always holy. We need the mitzvos to influence us, our minds and emotions into people whose thoughts and feelings are correct.

Fear of the unknown is natural, but the Torah gives us a direction to be wholehearted with Hashem instead of trying to foresee the future. Listen for a message on how to help our children experience less anxiety as they prepare to go start an unsettling school year.

The importance of seeing where you want to go and then taking action to get there.

A thought from this Parsha reminding us that we are handpicked to be the best possible mother to our children!