Uncertainty is a given in life; Jewish parents face an extra layer of uncertainty with growing antisemitism and our unique Jewish history.
Whether it’s national or global events affecting our sense of safety, the rise of antisemitism, or daily stressors, we are constantly confronted with situations threatening children’s wellbeing. Parents can mitigate the effect of rampant uncertainty by guiding children to manage adversity and develop resilience. Parents provide the buffer.
Raising Resilience is a lifeline for families contending with life’s stresses and crises — from the most commonplace to most devastating — peer or sibling conflicts, family tensions, divorce, loss, academic challenges, growing up Jewish today. Dr. Klein offers parents and caregivers five specific resources that children develop in their relationship with parents, enabling them to face adversity, adjust, and thrive rather than falter or break down under pressure.
The book shows parents what children need to manage life’s hurdles and create capacity for meaningful, thriving lives by confidently building strong relationships with their children so they become motivated, self-assured, and caring— qualities desperately needed today.

Nonfiction
Raising Resilience: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Times of Uncertainty
- From the Publisher
September 1, 2024
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