Some of us grew up believing that honoring a parent means never stepping back, no matter what. Adrienne looks at what happens when family patterns get passed down without anyone ever asking why, and what Jewish teaching actually says about the limits of that obligation. It turns out honoring a parent was never meant to require self-destruction. Sometimes the most honoring thing we can do is refuse to pass the same pain to the next generation. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to protect yourself and still hold onto your values, this conversation is for you.
For Jael Toledo and her husband, focusing on their children didn’t fix their marriage – it almost ruined it.
What does Jewish tradition actually teach about unity, disagreement, and love?
The opposite of old isn’t young; it’s new.
How can we truly fulfill the commandment of honoring our parents?
What does it mean to embrace aging with grace and gratitude?
How can we transform our negative emotions into positive learning experiences?
How can we handle those triggering moments that challenge us the most?
What is true friendship, and how can we find it?
For Jewish mothers with children age 18 and under
Participants only pay their acceptance fee and airfare
To participate in the Momentum Yearlong Journey, women must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
Mainly for the husbands of Momentum sisters
$900 for Momentum husbands
Each man get a scholarship of $2,100-$2,400
Partner Organization contributes $700 per man
The Israeli Government does not contribute to the Men’s Trips
To participate, men must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
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