Why is there a break in the special מפטיר's this week, and what lesson can we learn from it? How do we help ourselves slow down, and then model and teach our children this important skill too. Enjoy this week's Parenting in the Parsha, which answers these questions and more. Good Shabbos!

Summary:
In this conversation, Rabbi Yair Menchel discusses the importance of taking time to reflect and think creatively. He emphasizes the need for breaks in our busy lives and draws parallels to the breaks in the Parashahs. Rabbi Menchel suggests that these breaks allow us to analyze and reflect on our experiences and the messages we want to take from them. He also applies this concept to parenting, highlighting the importance of slowing down and reflecting with our children. Additionally, he discusses the need for breaks in a fast-paced world and the importance of helping children be comfortable with themselves.

Takeaways
Taking time to reflect and think creatively is important in our busy lives.
Breaks in the Parashahs allow us to analyze and reflect on our experiences and the messages we want to take from them.
Slowing down and reflecting with our children is crucial in parenting.
In a fast-paced world, breaks are necessary to give our minds a rest.
Helping children be comfortable with themselves is an important parenting skill.

Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Taking Time to Reflect
01:25 The Purpose of Breaks in Parashahs
04:25 Teaching Children to Reflect and Appreciate
05:23 The Need for Breaks in a Fast-Paced World
06:22 Helping Children Be Comfortable with Themselves


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