In this episode, Rabbi Greenwald and Rabbi Yudkowsky tackle a question every parent faces: how do we raise children who know how to be good friends?

They discuss how to model and empower children to share and get along with each other, and examine the role of character in interpersonal relationships and obligations.

The conversation also addresses boundaries—what to do when a child feels used, overlooked, or bullied. It offers practical guidance for dealing with children's feelings, communicating with other parents or the schools, and creating a safe environment. It also discusses how to help a child deal with conflicts and stand up for himself.

A thoughtful, practical discussion about raising children who can give generously—without losing themselves.

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In this conversation, Rabbi Yudkowsky and Rabbi Greenwald delve into the subject of friendship, for ourselves and for our children.

Rabbi Greenwald outlines three fundamental elements of friendship - the role they play in our lives and the core of true friendships.

It also addresses the pain of rejected friendships, especially in children, and how parents can guide their children in building meaningful relationships.

Next the conversation touches on the different types of friendships, their benefits, and what sets enduring friendships apart from more transient relationships.

It concludes with noting how nurturing and investing in friendships enhances individual and collective well-being.

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Check out Rabbi Greenwald new book:

https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422645352.html

Building Trust in the Home: Practical Insights for Parenting

What does it really mean to build trust with our children, and what quietly erodes it over time?

In this episode, Rabbi Yudkowsky and Rabbi Greenwald explore trust not as a technique, but as a way of being in the home. They touch on the subtle messages parents send through consistency, communication, and everyday interactions, and how those messages shape a child’s inner world.

The conversation raises difficult and honest questions about control, guidance, and what happens when children struggle or push back. Along the way, the rabbis challenge common assumptions about parenting and invite listeners to reconsider what truly helps children grow into confident, grounded adults.

This episode offers perspective, reflection, and a deeper way of thinking about trust, without easy answers or quick fixes.

Timestamps

0:00 Introduction and Welcome

0:05 Creating a Trustworthy Environment

1:04 The Marshmallow Experiment

2:12 Nature vs. Nurture in Trust Development

3:31 Teaching Delayed Gratification

4:34 Parental Influence on Trust

5:42 The Role of Consistency and Honesty

8:49 Challenges in Parenting and Trust

15:43 The Importance of Struggles and Challenges

21:12 Guiding Children Through Mistakes

24:27 The Power of Gentle Guidance

25:47 A Fathers Persistent Influence

27:18 Creating a Trusting Environment

28:15 The Impact of Corporal Punishment

31:38 Understanding and Addressing Rebellion

34:35 Building Trust with Teenagers

43:45 Summary and Key Takeaways on Trust and Parenting