Parenting with Purpose: Jewish Wisdom & Dr. Becky

Come join a new gathering of parents for meaningful conversation as we explore the parenting insights of Dr. Becky Kennedy, author of Good Inside. The JCCSF’s Rabbi Batshir Torchio leads discussions from Dr. Becky’s grounded work in clinical psychology and weaves together the rich wisdom found in Jewish teachings.  

Dr. Becky’s approach to understanding the complexities of parenting – encouraging us to hold two realities at once – mirrors timeless Jewish wisdom, elu v’elu – “these and also those.” We’ll consider how these teachings guide us in creating stronger, more resilient relationships with our children, especially during challenging times. Everyone is welcome – whether you’ve read Good Inside or are just discovering it for the first time!

Join us for one session or as many as you’d like. Below are the chapters being discussed for each session. Not a reader? Listen to the podcast.

Tuesday, February 25 at 9:00 AM (JCCSF)
Chapter 2: Two Things Are True
Podcast Episodes: April 9, 2024 “Emily Oster and the Bad Therapy Conversation”  

Tuesday, March 4 at 8:00 PM (Zoom)
Chapter 8: Reduce Shame, Increase Connection
Podcast Episode: May 13, 2024 “The Antidote to Shame is Connection with Jessica Biel”

Tuesday, March 11 at 9:00 AM (JCCSF)
Chapter 12: Not Listening
Podcast Episode: January 21, 2025 “The #1 Question Parents Ask: Why Won’t My Kids Listen?”

It all builds up to this! Dr. Becky is coming to the JCCSF on April 21, 2025, and you won’t want to miss it! Get ready for an evening of insight, wisdom, and game-changing parenting advice. Register here.

Dr. Becky’s book, Good Inside, is available in stores or online at Books, Inc. and through the San Francisco Public Library.