A Friendly Face
When someone you know is going through a rough patch, be their friend and offer your support.
A Friendly Face
Visit a local senior residence, talk to those who live there and spend some quality time listening to what your elders have to say about the world.
Saving Face
If someone insults you, assume it was unintentional and let it go.
Put On a Happy Face
"When one shows his teeth [smiles] to his fellow man, it is better than giving him milk to drink" (Talmud Ketubot 111b). How does the song go? “When you’re smiling the whole…
Put On A Happy Face
"When one shows his teeth [smiles] to his fellow man, it is better than giving him milk to drink" (Talmud Ketubot 111b). How does the song go? “When you’re smiling the whole world smiles…
Sensitivity to Those with Disabilities
Isaac was vision-impaired, Jacob walked with a limp and Moses had a speech impediment, not to mention actress Marlee Matlin (hearing impaired), Stevie Wonder (vision impaired) and…
Those Who Can…Teach And Do
Among the many wise statements recorded in Pirkei Avot/Ethics of the Fathers is the following from Rabbi Ishmael the son of Yochanan: “He who learns in order to teach will be enabled both…
Love Those with Whom You Disagree
Practice the love of those who are different from you, which was one of the great lessons of Rav Kook.
Prioritize Those You Lead
Whether a parent, a boss at work, or a good friend--try to always “be there” for those who need you, look up to, and gain inspiration from you.