Developing an actionable plan for living a life of greater meaning and purpose.
Learning
Dr. Arnoff’s 1:1 learning experience is a personalized, five-part program designed to help you discover your core values, live authentically, build meaningful connections, embrace vulnerability, and design a life filled with purpose. Each session builds upon the last, guiding you through a journey of self-discovery and growth, culminating in a clear, actionable plan for living in alignment with your true self. Whether you’re navigating personal or professional transitions, this transformative process will equip you with the tools to create a fulfilling and intentional life.
Sessions can be held virtually or in person. Begin your journey to greater clarity, connection, and purpose today. Email for more information.
Discovering Your Core Values
01
Description: This foundational class focuses on helping participants identify their core values. By reflecting on their past experiences, attendees will explore what truly drives them and how those values align (or misalign) with their personal and professional lives.
Outline:
Introduction to values: Why they matter
Guided reflection on significant life experiences
Exercises to uncover personal core values
Discussion on how values influence decision-making and work
Audience Outcomes: Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of their core values, providing a compass for their personal and professional decisions. They will also gain insight into aligning their current actions with their true priorities.
Cultivating Authenticity in Your Personal and Professional Life
02
Description: Building on the discovery of values, this class explores how to live authentically by aligning actions, relationships, and work with those values. It covers the challenges of staying true to oneself in various contexts and offers practical strategies to overcome them.
Outline:
What does it mean to live authentically?
Case studies of authenticity in action (and inauthenticity)
Identifying where you may be living out of alignment
Strategies to cultivate authenticity in everyday life and work
Audience Outcomes: Attendees will develop the tools to live and work more authentically, reducing internal conflict and enhancing a sense of personal satisfaction and confidence in their daily choices.
Navigating Loneliness and Cultivating Meaningful Connections
03
Description: This class addresses the experience of loneliness, especially for those in leadership roles or navigating transitions. Participants will explore how to foster deeper connections with others and themselves, moving beyond surface-level relationships.
Outline:
Understanding loneliness and its impact on well-being
Reflecting on your relationships and levels of connection
Practical exercises to deepen meaningful connections
Strategies to connect with yourself through solitude and reflection
Audience Outcomes: Participants will gain strategies to combat loneliness and enhance their relational skills, improving both personal and professional relationships. They will also learn to cultivate a sense of inner connectedness and resilience.
Embracing Vulnerability and Resilience
04
Description: Vulnerability is often seen as a weakness, but it’s a crucial part of building resilience and trust in both personal and professional relationships. This class teaches participants how to embrace vulnerability as a strength and use it to bounce back from challenges.
Outline:
Redefining vulnerability: From weakness to strength
Case studies of vulnerability leading to resilience
Practical tools for being vulnerable in work and relationships
Developing resilience through vulnerability and self-reflection
Audience Outcomes: Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding of how vulnerability can enhance resilience, trust, and emotional well-being. They will have practical techniques to navigate difficult situations with grace and strength.
Designing a Life of Meaning and Purpose
05
Description: In this capstone class, participants will integrate everything they’ve learned into designing a life that feels purposeful and aligned with their values. They will create a personalized action plan for applying these insights to their careers, relationships, and personal development.
Outline:
What does it mean to live a life of purpose?
Review of core values, authenticity, connection, and vulnerability
Developing a personal mission statement
Creating an actionable plan to live with meaning in all areas of life
Audience Outcomes: Participants will leave with a personal mission statement and a clear, actionable plan for living a life of greater meaning and purpose. They will also gain the tools to regularly evaluate and adjust their path as needed, ensuring ongoing alignment with their goals and values.
Rabbi Jonathan Blake, Westchester Reform Temple, Scarsdale, New York