Date Night (for married)

A legacy gives you an opportunity to live for a purpose that’s bigger than yourself. For generations to come! Together, think about what legacy you want to leave as a couple, and also, as individuals.  Then, start living so that the legacy is made. What do we want our lives to stand for? How do we […]

Talking about someone whom you admire the most can help you to reflect upon your life and what values you hold.  Discuss what you admire and what you learned about your values. Who is someone you admire?  What are some attributes that the person has that you admire? What about those traits is so admirable to

There is pleasure in delighting in each other’s happiness and accomplishments. One of the best ways to show your spouse you really care is to go out of your way to celebrate good things that happen to them. Celebrating success boosts self esteem and the morale for both of you. Knowing each other’s strengths also deepens

Our earlier experiences around the holidays impact how we celebrate them as adults.  Sharing your Shavuos memories can help you both better understand why you feel certain ways about different aspects of Shavuos. You may also decide together about creating new family traditions and experiences. What was the typical menu on Shavuos? What are some

Technological advancements are transforming the ways families interact. It profoundly affects the family by decreasing family time, reducing socialization, and face-to-face interaction.  So much of technology use is unnecessary and is running away from discomfort or boredom. Talk about your technology habits and what you hope for your relationship and family. What are some of the

Time is our only non-renewable resource. Not everyone uses and values time in the same way.  How you use your time impacts your life. People who spend their time investing in others build better relationships. People who spend their time doing profitable work generally make more money. People who spend their time in community work

Any time you talk about what it means to be a part of your family, you strengthen the connection to family and what the family stands for.  Knowing where each other comes from can help each of you learn from and appreciate each other’s family stories. Talk to each other about your families  and the

Nostalgia has the potential to lift people’s spirits, make them feel more connected to others, and heighten the sense that life has continuity and meaning. When couples remind each other of fond memories, it strengthens the bonds between them. You might talk about more questions in the guide

Family rituals are special things you do regularly as a family.  Rituals are different from routines in that rituals have symbolic meaning and are done at special occasions. (Family dinner is a routine, a special dinner celebration is a ritual.) In addition to being something to look forward to, these rituals and traditions also establish a foundation