Five Steps to a Life of Meaning

Discover the Ancient Jewish Path to Personal Growth and Fulfillment!

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.

What You'll Gain:

Expert Guidance

Learn from top Mussar teachers, including Alan Morinis and Avi Fertig.

 

A Welcoming Community

Connect with others on their own journeys.

 

Real-Life Tools

Take home practical techniques to bring more joy and patience into your life.

 

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What To Expect:

Live, Interactive Learning 

Join engaging Zoom sessions led by experienced Mussar teachers. No pre-recorded lectures!


A Warm, Supportive Community

 Connect with others on a shared journey of personal growth. Share, listen, and learn together.

 

Practical Tools for Daily Life

Take home simple yet powerful Mussar practices to bring more patience, clarity, and meaning into your day.

 

 

Open to All

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, this course is available to everyone for a special rate of just $54.

Meet Your Teachers

The course is led by The Mussar Institute's accomplished faculty; a team of renowned Mussar teachers who have come together to provide you with a one-of-a-kind Mussar experience.

Alan Morinis

Founder of The Mussar Institute and a leading figure in the modern Mussar movement

Helaine Sheias

Director of Facilitator and Program Development at The Mussar Institute, specializing in transformative spiritual learning

Eric Gurvis

Director of Community Programming at The Mussar Institute and experienced congregational leader and Mussar group facilitator in the Greater Boston area

Avi Fertig

Chief Programming Officer at The Mussar Institute, guiding courses and programs since 2010

Course Journey

Step 1:

Finding Your Starting Point

 

Begin by exploring your spiritual needs, setting intentions for your journey, and experiencing the power of group learning.

Step 2:

The Power of Humility 

 

Uncover the importance of humility and how it can improve your relationships.

Step 3:

The Value of Patience

 

Learn about patience, a challenging but rewarding quality that can lead to personal growth.

Step 4:

Living with Honor

 

Explore honor and discover how to cultivate it in your life.

Step 5:

Your Personalized Path 

 

With guidance and coaching, develop a personal plan to continue your Mussar practice.

Have questions? Not sure if it’s right for you?


Check out our FAQ Page to get all the answers!

When?

Sundays at 2 PM ET - Starting June 22, 2025 (6/22, 6/29, 7/13, 7/20 and 7/27)