Helping Grandchildren with "Why?"

Helping Grandchildren with "Why?"

How do you answer a grandchild's endless questions of "Why?" And what happens when there simply isn't an answer? In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan explores Parashat Chukat, the Torah's ultimate example of a chok - a commandment beyond human understanding. From the mystery of the Red Heifer to life's biggest questions about loss, illness, disappointment, and uncertainty, this episode offers practical wisdom for grandparents navigating difficult conversations with grandchildren. Discover how Jewish wisdom can help grandparents teach resilience, faith, and emotional strength, even when we don't have all the answers. Learn why one of the greatest gifts a grandparent can offer is not certainty, but the ability to live thoughtfully with unanswered questions. If you're looking for meaningful Jewish grandparenting insights, ways to strengthen family relationships, and tools for building a lasting legacy across generations, this episode is for you. To sponsor an episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents in honor or memory of a loved one, visit Grand Plan or reach out to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. https://grandplan.kit.com/profile/sponsorship

Grandparent without Korach's Mistake I Connecting Jewish Grandparents episode 46

Are you an aunt, uncle, or grandparent who finds yourself stepping into a parenting role you weren't meant for? It is easy to offer advice that wasn't asked for or try to control outcomes, but often, the greatest gift we can provide is understanding the boundaries of our own role. In this episode, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan dives into the biblical story of Korach. While traditionally viewed as a story of ambition, we explore the tragedy of missing the holiness of the contribution you are already making. We discuss the crucial difference between parents, who manage the daily realities of life, and grandparents, who offer the unique gifts of perspective, family history, and unconditional support. In this video, you will learn: * Why the "Korach mistake" is about comparing roles rather than fulfilling your own. * How to distinguish between "parenting" responsibilities (schedules, consequences) and "grandparenting" gifts (stories, wisdom, safe harbor). * How to stop trying to "fix" your family dynamics and start becoming the grandparent only you can be. * Whether you are struggling with boundaries or looking for more fulfillment in your family relationships, this episode offers a new perspective on being a steady, wise, and supportive presence in your loved ones' lives. Join the Grand Plan community here: grandplan.kit.com Sponsor an episode here: grandplan.kit.com/profile/sponsorship #Grandparenting #ParentingBoundaries #FamilyRelationships #BiblicalWisdom #Korach #FamilyAdvice #IntergenerationalFamily #Torah #parsha #jewishfamily #judaism

Giving Grandchildren Strong Roots I Connecting Jewish Grandparents episode 45

In this week's Torah portion, Shelach, Caleb stands alone against the opinion of the crowd. How did he find the strength to resist fear, peer pressure, and popular opinion? The Torah hints that Caleb visited Hevron, reconnecting with the roots of his family and faith before making a difficult decision. His story offers a powerful lesson for grandparents today. In a world filled with social media, conflicting messages, and constant noise, one of the greatest gifts grandparents can give their grandchildren is a strong sense of identity, belonging, and purpose. Join me as we explore what Caleb's journey can teach us about Jewish grandparenting, family legacy, resilience, values, and giving grandchildren strong roots in a changing world. grandplan.kit.com [https://grandplan.kit.com/] #JewishGrandparenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishgrandparenting] #Grandparents [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grandparents] #Grandchildren [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grandchildren] #FamilyLegacy [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familylegacy] #JewishValues [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishvalues] #TorahPortion [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/torahportion] #Shelach [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/shelach] #Parsha [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/parsha] #JewishFamily [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishfamily] #IntergenerationalConnection [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/intergenerationalconnection] #Parenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/parenting] #Identity [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/identity] #Resilience [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resilience]

The Mistake Even Loving Grandparents Make

In this week's Torah portion, Beha'alotecha, Miriam and Aaron join together to discuss their brother, Moses. Their conversation may be one of the Torah's earliest examples of what family therapists call triangulation: when two family members unite around concerns about a third person rather than speaking directly with them. What can grandparents learn from this ancient family dynamic? How does triangulation show up in relationships with adult children, children-in-law, spouses, siblings, and even machatanim? And what does the Torah teach us about moving from criticism and assumption toward respect, communication, and repair? If you've ever struggled with family conflict, difficult conversations, boundaries with adult children, relationships with in-laws, Jewish grandparenting, or creating a lasting family legacy, this episode offers timeless wisdom from the Torah. Last chance to sign up for Becoming the Grandparent You Want to Be https://grandplan.kit.com/profile/wor... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1BkaElQOEIzM240R2RTclZOellYMi1UaG1UZ3xBQ3Jtc0treG5yWV9mTmdkTkNXcmFDZUdpSUhrOUZ6bWtMYnZvYnBHS2o2OXVxaW05X2ROVG5MNUZfMjJnQXE0QnJuVTlvdXlPTmRMMXFnd2d5NkNQM1o4dFlYQl9vWnNHbzV4bFJKX2JubE9Nam1DTUtWdUZJTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgrandplan.kit.com%2Fprofile%2Fworkshop&v=om4yfStcybc]   Topics include: • Parshat Beha'alotecha • Miriam, Aaron, and Moses • Lashon Hara in families • Jewish grandparenting • Adult children and family relationships • Children-in-law and family dynamics • Family communication and conflict resolution • Intergenerational relationships • Jewish family life • Building a meaningful legacy • Torah wisdom for modern families • Grandparenting and family connection #Behaalotecha [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behaalotecha] #TorahPortion [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/torahportion] #JewishGrandparenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishgrandparenting] #GrandPlan [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grandplan] #FamilyRelationships [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familyrelationships] #AdultChildren [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/adultchildren] #LashonHara [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lashonhara] #JewishParenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishparenting] #JewishLife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishlife] #Parsha [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/parsha] #JewishFamily [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jewishfamily] #Legacy [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legacy] #Grandparents [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grandparents] #IntergenerationalConnection [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/intergenerationalconnection] #TorahWisdom [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/torahwisdom]

When Grandparents and Grandchildren Are Out of Sync

There is less than one week to join Becoming the Grandparent You Want To Be. This is the sign to sign up now! https://grandplan.kit.com/profile/workshop [https://grandplan.kit.com/profile/workshop] In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, the Grand Plan Podcast, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan explores what happens when grandparents and grandchildren feel emotionally, culturally, religiously, or generationally “out of sync.” Inspired by the temporary split between Torah readings in Israel and the diaspora, this episode reflects on how families can remain deeply connected even when they are not perfectly aligned. * This conversation explores: * Jewish grandparenting * Intergenerational relationships * Emotional connection across differences * Family communication * Attachment and belonging * Jewish continuity in modern families Staying connected through differing values, stages, and life experiences Because healthy relationships are not relationships without disconnection. They are relationships that keep returning toward one another. #JewishGrandparents #Grandparenting #JewishFamily #FamilyConnection #grandchildren #JewishContinuity #IntergenerationalRelationships #TorahPodcast #JewishLegacy