Chassidic Rabbi Teaches Parents to See Disrespectful Behavior as Temporary, Not the Child's True Self

Rabbi Asher Farkash, a Chassidic educator, has launched a new series on child-rearing based on Chassidic teachings. In the first episode, he reveals a key principle taught by the Lubavitcher Rebbe that can transform how parents perceive their children’s behavior. He addresses the common challenge when a once respectful and attentive child suddenly becomes disrespectful, dismissive, or emotionally distant.

Rabbi Farkash explains how parents can distinguish between difficult external behavior and the child’s inner reality. He contrasts viewing a child through "external eyes" with looking deeper, encouraging parents to adopt a perspective of faith rather than fear. This approach helps parents avoid anxiety and respond with understanding during adolescence.

The rabbi shares that this Chassidic insight offers parents and educators a practical tool to navigate the teenage years with confidence and belief in the child’s true nature, rather than reacting to surface-level challenges. The series aims to provide ongoing guidance on education inspired by Chassidic philosophy.