Upcoming Events

Five Steps to a Life of Meaning

Intro to Mussar

1/18/2026 – 2/15/2026

Beginner’s Course – Only $54!

Do you ever feel like life is rushing by without enough meaning or purpose? Do you wish you had more patience, balance, and clarity in your daily life?

Mussar is a centuries-old Jewish practice that helps you grow into the best version of yourself. In just five interactive sessions, you’ll learn simple yet powerful techniques to:

Stay calm in stressful situations
Improve your relationships with family, friends, and yourself
Gain clarity on what truly matters to you
Strengthen your spiritual connection and self-awareness

No prior experience needed. No long-term commitment. Just one small step to a more meaningful life.

Prayer and Faith: Form and Emptiness (Mussar for Mystics and Meditators)

Free Webinar + Paid Series

Wednesdays, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28 – 1 PM EDT

Robert Barris will explore how Mussar and contemplative practice come together to deepen spiritual awareness and soul growth.

Join the free opening webinar open to all, then continue your learning with two integration sessions available exclusively to Chaverim members for only $36.

The Glory of Humanity

New Mussar Course

2/4 – 3/25/2026

NEW COURSE – Join Avi Fertig for an intensive study of Reb Yerucham Levovitz’s essential Mussar lessons, guiding students in applying his unique principles to their personal growth.

Chaburah – Part I

Advanced Mussar Course

2/4/2026 – 4/29/2026

An advanced course that guides you in transforming negative traits, such as anger and impatience, into positive ones through focused monthly study in an intimate group setting, fostering deep personal growth and spiritual connection.

Tapestry: Mussar Through A Woman’s Lens

Intermediate Mussar Course

2/5 – 4/16/2026

Join this journey into Mussar through women’s perspectives and lived experience. We will engage mind, body, heart, and soul in practice, creating a tapestry of wisdom that enriches daily life. All are welcome to this inclusive space for growth and connection.

Aging Soulfully with Mussar

Intermediate Mussar Course

2/11 – 3/25/2026

Join Rabbi Judith Edelstein as we explore how Mussar can support the journey of aging, applying patience, gratitude, compassion, and equanimity to embrace life’s later transitions with wisdom and grace.

2026 Mussar In-Person Retreat

4/19 – 4/23/2026

Isabella Freedman Retreat Center – Falls Village, CT

SAVE THE DATE!

2027 Mussar In-Person Retreat

5/16 – 5/19/2027

AJU Brandeis Bardin Campus, AJU, Simi Valley, CA

SAVE THE DATE!

Start Your Journaling Journey with our downloadable Mussar Journaling template!

Ready to explore journaling? Try out our daily reflection journal crafted with beginners in mind!

What makes it special?

Simple Prompts: Straightforward questions to kickstart your journaling experience.
Discover Your Best Self: Engage in self-reflection and personal growth with a friendly guide.
Journaling Wisdom: Embrace the power of Mussar, adding meaning to your reflections and nurturing intentional living.

What you’ll discover inside?

Daily Reflections: Effortlessly navigate through the events of your day.
Artistic Mussar Muse: Unleash your creativity in your own unique way.
Easy-to-Follow Guide: No more confusion – start journaling effortlessly!

Ready to make journaling a seamless part of your routine? Your $18 donation supports The Mussar Institute and unlocks your Journal.

Ready to get started? Make a meaningful contribution of $18 to The Mussar Institute and begin your journaling journey!