Why Some Relationships Don’t Survive Growth: Lessons from the Spies

In this week’s episode of Guiding Generations, Rabbi Shifman explores the devastating story of the Meraglim (spies) from Parshat Shlach and uncovers a powerful parenting and relationship insight: why some relationships falter when faced with new challenges. Were the spies righteous or wicked? Why would leaders of such stature sabotage the mission into the Promised Land? Through deep analysis and a relatable parable, Rabbi Shifman teaches how our ability to grow through discomfort—whether in parenting, marriage, or faith—defines the strength and future of our most important relationships.

Tune in to learn how to help your children and your marriage evolve through life’s inevitable transitions—and why avoiding challenge may feel safe, but stunts real growth.