What does it mean to be fair, firm and friendly when it comes to parenting? How do we deal with adolescents who are pulling away? Today we have a great pleasure to talk to Rav Eisenstein and hear his profound thoughts on these topics and much more as we focus on raising our Jews Next Dor. For this first topic of a parent's hierarchy of needs, we’ll address the foundation of parenting, the relationship with one's child, focusing on the basics of of how to build strong and meaningful relationships with our children. 
Deep relationships need to be nurtured and developed with love and patience without expecting anything in return. Rav Eisenstein will share his experience and vast knowledge about building good relationships with children from the time they are very young, through their turbulent teen years, and when they are adults.

[01:48] Why is it important to have strong relationship with a child
[08:15] Two forms of parenting – planting and building
[10:45] Essential things for building a good relationship with a child
[18:55] Children need to know that parents are there for them
[20:55] Parents need to provide stability, standards and sense of direction
[23:40] Can discipline hurt our relationship with a child
[27:13] How to build a meaningful relationship with a younger child
[38:25] How to maintain a relationship with pre-teens and teens
[43:00] How not to overburden child with your personal beliefs
[47:50] How does a relationship evolve when a child is an adult
[50:28] A relationship with a child of the opposite gender
[56:00] Final words

Rav Chaim Eisenstein is a popular rebbe in the Grus Smicha program, a Rabbi in Ramat Beit Shemesh, and sought after speaker.

View his shiurim here - https://www.yutorah.org/rabbi-chaim-eisenstein/

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