Communicate to Connect, Shalom Workshop's new educational program, is an interactive workshop designed for engaged and newly married couples.

This program is grounded in Torah and evidence-based psychological teachings to support couples in building a solid foundation for their relationship.

Haskamos

  • Rav Yitzchak Breitowitz

    Rav,

    Kehillas Ohr Somayach

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  • Rabbi Dr. Yisrael Levitz

    Clinical Psychologist, Founding Dean,

    The Family Institute of Neve Yerushalayim

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  • Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz

    Director of Semikhah, RIETS, Mara D'atra,

    Beis Haknesses of North Woodmere

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  • Rav Ahron Lopiansky

    Rosh HaYeshiva,

    Yeshiva of Greater Washington

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  • Rav Mordechai Willig

    Rosh Kollel, Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological

    Seminary (RIETS), Yeshiva University

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Topics Covered Include:

Communicating to Connect

This section will delve into various aspects of communication, providing an understanding of both verbal and nonverbal communication, the roles of speakers and listeners, and the do's and don'ts that foster meaningful exchanges.

Trust and Commitment

In this section, we will explore the characteristics of a trustworthy person, types of commitment, ways to demonstrate commitment, and the importance of setting rituals in a marriage.

Attachment

This section explores the core concepts of attachment, the ABCS of healthy relationships, the effects of met and unmet needs, and the importance of confrontation styles in maintaining strong connections.

Communicating Through Conflict

The section on conflict resolution acknowledges that conflicts are inevitable but can be opportunities for deeper understanding and connection. Participants explore action steps and participate in exercises to practice communicating through a conflict.

Interested in

Communicate To Connect?