Helping Grandchildren with "Why?"

What Will Your Grandchildren Inherit? Pinchas

What will your grandchildren inherit from you? In this episode of Connecting Jewish Grandparents, Rabbanit Sharona Hassan explores why Parashat Pinchas may be the Torah's most important portion for grandparents. Discover the many forms of legacy found in the parsha, from family values and traditions to leadership, faith, and belonging, and learn how to intentionally decide what you want to pass on to the next generation. If you're seeking Jewish grandparenting wisdom, meaningful family connections, and practical ideas for building a lasting legacy, this episode is for you. Episodes are available for sponsorship in honor or memory of a loved one, to celebrate a simcha, or to support Jewish grandparents around the world in creating joyful, intentional connections across generations. Enjoyed this episode? Sign up for Grand Plan Weekly, where each week's Torah portion is paired with three simple, actionable ideas to help you create more joyful, intentional connections with your grandchildren. grandplan.kit.com

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]