Question: I have a son who is almost bar mitzvah and struggles with borderline obesity. His physical appearance negatively impacts his social status, and our pediatrician has strongly advised a diet and exercise regimen for health reasons. Unfortunately, despite all our warnings and encouragement, our son refuses to take responsibility and limit his food consumption, and I am, frankly, concerned about his future. I would be grateful for the Rav's advice on how we can successf

Dear Rav Levy, shlit”a   I want to begin by thanking you for your beautiful, helpful column which contains such wonderful guidance in chinuch. I am a mother of young children, and as we approach the Yamim Noraim, I am uncertain how to best approach this topic with my kids. On one hand, I want them to feel the kedushah of the time and gain understanding and appreciation of teshuvah, mechilah, and cheshbon hanefesh, but on the other hand, I worry about creating tension and inst

The annual conference hosted by the Association of Educational Directors, an important initiative by Pele Yoetz Center, has quickly...

Dear Rav Levy shlit”a,   As a mother of a large family, ba”h, I feel immense pressure during summer vacation. My kids are constantly...

Dear Rav Levy shlit”a,   In the past months, I've found myself involved repeatedly in problems and issues related to my extended family....

Question: I want to begin by expressing thanks for the insightful answers and practical ideas that you share every month in this column. ...

Question: I'd like to inquire about a matter that has been troubling me deeply lately. My parents are struggling with one of my brothers,...

Rosh Chodesh Nissan marked a joyous occasion for the graduates of Pele Yoetz's mentoring course. Beaming in satisfaction, they celebrated...

Q: Dear Rav Levy, Shalom u’vrachah. I’m reaching out to you because we’re navigating a tender area with some of our children, who've been...

Dear Hagaon Harav Dovid Levy, shlit”a   Shalom u’vrachah!   I want to ask about the ideal means of teaching children to express...

Dear Rav Levy, shlit”a   I want to ask the Rav’s advice regarding my son who is already 12 years old but still struggles with reading....

One of Pele Yoetz’s most prominent departments is its Professionals Department which absorbs questions and requests regarding all realms...

Pele Yoetz’s Mentoring Course is underway and gaining positive feedback from mosdos Torah across the country. The present course, which...

Dear Rav Levy,   Thank you so much for the enlightening discussions and tips. I have an issue that’s not comfortable to discuss in a...

Dear Rabbi Levy shlit”a,   I have children in shidduchim, and I’m noticing that they have a very difficult time deciding. When it comes...

I have a son in shidduchim, an excellent bachur who’s bright, talented, a genuine yarei Shamayim, a masmid and serious learner with...

Dear Hagaon Harav Dovid Levy shlit”a,   I assume that this question has been asked many times in the past, but I’d be very grateful if...

Dear Pele Yoetz,   Every year, when we reach Elul and Tishrei, I feel emotionally overwhelmed. It starts with the heaviness surrounding...

With the start of the new zman, Pele Yoetz’s faculty held a series of special meetings for its faculty in the homes of Gedolei Hador...

Dear Hagaon Harav Dovid Levy shlit”a,   Unfortunately, my son was not accepted into his first-choice yeshivah, and he is devastated. I am...