Jewish Family Institute

08/28/2024

I miss seeing all of you whether it's online or in person. Summer is awesome but I can't wait to all get together again and start having deeper experiences, belly laughs and get our growth on together!!! Lots coming up so far... all of these programs and classes are open to anyone who wants to make their best self front and center every day! Comment or DM for more info! Or go to https://www.elliebass.com/ and https://www.myjfi.com/ for all the goods... xoxo

01/30/2024

Three incredible new JFI ONline Short Courses starting soon... parenting, Jewish history and holistic yoga... join with friends and let's get learning and growing to face the challenges we are now dealing with:

Join us for an amazing presentation, program or event. Register here and get growing!

01/22/2024

I’m working to put together a panel to address parenting concerns related to our kids/teens experiencing antisemitism in our community and online since October 7th.

🔍 Please take a moment to share your thoughts on the following questions. You can share your thoughts in the comments of this post or, if you prefer, click on the survey link below to participate anonymously:

☝️Has your child expressed concerns or questions about antisemitism since October 7th? If yes, how old are your kids?

👆Have your children encountered antisemitism, either directly or indirectly? Can you share any specific incidents where your child has been targeted or faced discrimination for being Jewish?

👌Have you observed or heard about instances of antisemitism in your child’s school or extra-curricular activities?

If yes, how did you and your child/teen handle the situation?

👊How much information do you share with your kids about what is going on in Israel and why?

Your insights will contribute to a parenting panel addressing these concerns within our community. You can share your thoughts in the comments or, if you prefer, click on the survey link https://forms.gle/YwP1mc1jrnSnweTM6 to participate anonymously.

I’m working to put together a panel to address parenting concerns related to our kids experiencing antisemitism in our community and online. 🔍 Please take a moment to share your thoughts on the following questions. ALL RESPONSES WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL

12/31/2023

If you want to feel more confident in your Jewish and Israel knowledge and history don't forget this is coming up... a half day of learning with author, historian and Israeli and Jewish history expert Rabbi Ken Spiro from Israel. Two awesome sessions back to back, you can join for one or both at Shaarei Tefillah Click here to register: https://www.shaareitefillah.com/form/kenspiro Ken Spiro Rafi Lipner Isaac Ohana Josh Brent Pugen

12/31/2023

This is going to be a fun series, for women online, it's in partnership with JET Ottawa but open to whomever wants to join us... all levels welcome, it will be a dive into some of the Jewish women we all come from, their stories and strengths with discussions and resources. Click here to register: https://jetottawa.ca/

12/27/2023

Sheesh, this was a deep dive... Rabbi Ken Spiro and I discuss the history of colonization in the middle east this week, it's wild, and unexpected and essential to be able to understand what is happening there today click the link to listen or check us out on Spotify or Apple podcast apps:

What is the history of colonization in the Middle East? Are the Arabs indigenous to the Middle East? Are the Jews? Join us as we trace back the more than 3000 years of colonization, empire building and settlement in the cradle of civilization. Want more history? Go back and listen to this series fro...

08/13/2023

It's Here!! The Weather Report Journal!🥰 -

Welcome to the "Internal Weather Report" journal, a transformative companion on your journey towards self-discovery and personal growth. I have been using this method of self-reflection and discovery with myself, my clients and students for over 20 years. I have seen incredible transformation using....

03/01/2022

The JFI stands with Ukraine and it’s people.

03/01/2022

Throwback quote but still one of my favs. Happy Monday everyone.

01/19/2022

Got girls in grades 6 and 7? Out of town or not ready to be in person just yet? Well, I got you! Join us for 10 weeks of awesome online learning and fun for the Bat Mitzvah yeah! Register at www.myjfi.com/register we start Feb 10th!