Ruchi Koval is the co-founder and Associate Director of Congregation JFX, an innovative community in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been a Jewish educator for two decades, leading self-development groups for adults and teens, and mentoring educators around the world. Ruchi is a certified parenting coach, motivational speaker, musician, author, and mother. She is a Trip Leader for Momentum, inspiring hundreds of women on their journeys in Israel. Ruchi is also a columnist for the Cleveland Jewish News, and the author of two books:”Conversations with G-d,”and “Soul Construction.” Find Ruchi on Facebook, Instagram and MeaningfulMinute; on her blog at outoftheorthobox.com; and her podcasts on iTunes or Spotify.
Gems:
- Sometimes you’ll have to make tough decisions.
- Find your niche.
- Put your own family first.
- Establish a board of directors.
- Remember that you will not please everyone.
- Be proud to share your relationship with G-d and that you struggle at times.
- Education is a long-term process.
- There are no easy fixes in education.
- Try not to take things personally.
- Express gratitude.
- Pray to G-d to bless your efforts.
- Put things into the proper prospective.
- Set boundaries.
- You can’t help someone unless they want to help themselves.
- When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.
- We must lead by example.
- It’s important to be a student ourselves in addition to teachers.
- In-person connections are crucial.
Amazon
We receive a small commission for any items purchased through my Amazon link.
Buzzsprout – Let’s get your podcast launched!
Start for FREE
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.