How to confront unkind acts with kindness and compassion – A HHD workshop

All of us want to be part of warm and welcoming communities, and to do our part to create them.  But even bright people with good intentions can miss the mark.  That’s what t’shuvah (repentance or returning) is all about.  In many areas of our lives, including at Keddem we want to return to civility, mutual respect and self-respect.  We have often forgotten, and need to remember, to treat each other in a manner that is in harmony with the divine spirit in each of us, the spirit that leads us to become the best we each can be.  This means confronting the behaviors that threaten our intention to be a holy community.  We will focus on how to respond to each other with mutual respect, compassion, and support, when we witness a behavior which is not in line with our values. These practices will not only help Keddem stay true to its values, but will help us carry those values into all areas of our lives in the coming year.