Book Description
When our children and students ask,
What makes me unique?
How do I find my path in life?
Can I make a difference in the world?
they are poised to flourish. Our job, as parents and teachers, is to guide them on their journeys of self-discovery. This book lights the way with the wisdom of Torah from a stunning spectrum of sources, empowering us to “nurture their nature.”
“Based on a breathtaking array of writings by Jewish sages, from Talmudic times until our own age, with startling insights into their teachings, the book presents a case for self-knowledge as the key to reaching each individual’s potential…. Anyone from a beginner to a developed scholar will benefit from reading this book.”
HaRav Aharon Feldman
“The basic foundation of this sefer is to encourage each and every student to recognize his unique qualities and to grow through them…. I am certain that many will derive great benefit from it.”
HaRav Asher Zelig Weiss
“Although I no longer give haskamos (approbations), I must make an exception for a sefer that promotes self-knowledge and self-esteem, which are the foundation of mental health. Nurture Their Nature is a vital sefer and should be studied rather than just read.”
Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, M.D.
“If teachers grasp [this book’s] message and its method, they will be empowered to inspire their students to discover what is special about them — and empower those students to grow into their unique personalities. This could be the solution to today’s dispirited and dull educational process that so often results in young people falling away from their Judaism — and their potential for real happiness and achievement….”
Rabbi Akiva Tatz, M.D.
About The Author
Rabbi Yosef Lynn, PsyD
Rabbi Lynn has served as mashgiach ruchani (dean of students) and senior lecturer at Yeshivas Machon Yaakov in Jerusalem since its inception in 2005. He studied in the Mirrer Yeshiva and The Jerusalem Kollel (Rav Yitzchak Berkovits). Rabbi Lynn, a firm believer that true personal greatness results from understanding and building one’s strengths, is the founder and director of the “Greatness Within Seminars,” a successful approach to personal growth that focuses on helping individuals discover their natural strengths and build every aspect of their lives around their strengths. These seminars are rooted in Torah wisdom, and they incorporate interventions based on positive psychology (www.greatnesswithinseminars.com). Rabbi Lynn also runs key human resource projects and directs programming for MEOR. He is a Career Discovery Coach (www.yoseflynn.com), an author, and an adjunct professor of positive psychology at Touro College in Jerusalem. Rabbi Lynn holds a Doctorate in Human and Organizational Psychology (PsyD) from Touro and a Master in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) from the University of Pennsylvania.
Rabbi Jack Cohen, EdM
Rabbi Cohen serves as the Director of Education for Olami North America, where he works closely with Jewish outreach professionals on innovative educational approaches that resonate with 21st-century Jews. Rabbi Cohen has been teaching and mentoring individuals, and speaking for groups of all sizes, for over ten years, building a broad ecosystem of unique opportunities for engagement in Judaism intellectually, emotionally, and socially, in his present position and in his former position as Director of Education for MEOR Manhattan. He maintains a close connection with his mentors, Rav Beryl Gershenfeld, Rosh Yeshiva of Machon Shlomo and Machon Yaakov, and founder of MEOR, and Rav Immanuel Bernstein, renowned author and lecturer. Rabbi Cohen learned in the Mirrer Yeshiva and Yad Saadia Kollel in Jerusalem. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Master in Education (EdM) from Harvard.
Praise
“Based on a breathtaking array of writings by Jewish sages, from Talmudic times until our own age, with startling insights into their teachings, the book presents a case for self-knowledge as the key to reaching each individual’s potential…. Anyone from a beginner to a developed scholar will benefit from reading this book.”
HaRav Aharon Feldman
“The basic foundation of this sefer is to encourage each and every student to recognize his unique qualities and to grow through them…. I am certain that many will derive great benefit from it.”
HaRav Asher Zelig Weiss
“Although I no longer give haskamos (approbations), I must make an exception for a sefer that promotes self-knowledge and self-esteem, which are the foundation of mental health. Nurture Their Nature is a vital sefer and should be studied rather than just read.”
Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, M.D.
“If teachers grasp [this book’s] message and its method, they will be empowered to inspire their students to discover what is special about them — and empower those students to grow into their unique personalities. This could be the solution to today’s dispirited and dull educational process that so often results in young people falling away from their Judaism — and their potential for real happiness and achievement….”
Rabbi Akiva Tatz, M.D.
Matt K –
This is an awesome book that combines the experience and expertise of two amazing educators. The authors plumb the depths of timeless wisdom applied to the modern world of self discovery and leadership. The knowledge and advice within is sure to help each person not only develop their inner greatness but also lead and inspire others including their students, children, and spouses. It can be read both on a superficial level or analyzed in a deep way with sources for all insights.
Laurene Dana –
This book is insightful and inspiring for anyone and everyone- not limited to teachers and parents. Wonderfully written!
Moshe –
Profound ideas communicated in resonate fashion. Thank you to the authors for your evident investment and passion.
D Lo –
Great book.
Mike D –
This book is amazing. The authors are such insightful people. Thanks Rabbi Cohen and Rabbi Lynn
A súper fan –
This has been so eye opening and filled with spiritual goodies that can help you become your real self as well as your students and children. It has incredible sources (and resources) and interesting insights that are quite innovative. 100% recommended to anyone that wants to grow, connect and nurture their nature 🙂 basically for everyone.
Choups
Cds1209 –
Rabbi Cohen and Rabbi Lynn masterfully bring to light the importance of building up the self, backed by a plethora of Jewish sources. While educators and parents can work on applying these ideas to children, everyone can benefit by learning how to value themselves in a whole new (practical) way.
Ben –
Lynn and Cohen have completed a wonderful piece. It’s an excellent resource for any teacher, parent, mentor or adult. If you’re on this page deciding whether or not to order the book, do yourself a favor and order the book and read the first few pages. After that, you’ll be hooked.
Lenard Katz –
I purchased this book after attending a few of Rabbi Jack’s classes. It’s the best purchase I have ever gotten. This book allowed me to guide myself and others on their journeys of self-discovery. It allows me to be a better friend, person, and husband.
Malkie –
I absolutely loved this book!! It is an amazing resource for anyone- teacher, parent, or self. This book has motivated me to focus on how I can use my strengths in every aspect of my life!
Abe Libman –
This is a brilliant book from some of the wisest individuals who I have ever had the pleasure of learning from. They distill complex and meaningful ideas into comprehensible, approachable, and enjoyable chapters.
Nathaniel H. Boas –
This book gets to the core of how to nurture, educate and raise children…and adults too for that matter! The lessons can also be applied beyond that. It shifted how I see and interact with people, as I hope it does for many others.