This episode discusses how parents can talk to their children about Yom Haatzmut (Israeli Independence Day) and the complex emotions surrounding it. The conversation explores the dichotomy of feelings between the excitement of Yom Haatzmut and the ongoing war in Israel. The hosts emphasize the importance of providing children with the right experience and addressing their emotions. They discuss the challenges of talking to children of different ages and the need to balance protecting them from traumatic information while still providing guidance. The conversation also touches on the role of technology and the importance of teaching children to navigate complex emotions. The conversation explores the challenges of discussing the current situation in Israel with children and offers guidance for parents. The rabbis discuss the importance of having open conversations with children, acknowledging their feelings, and providing age-appropriate information. They emphasize the need to balance the pain and challenges with a sense of pride in Israel and the Jewish people. The conversation also touches on the role of technology and the importance of being proactive in addressing difficult topics. Overall, the rabbis encourage parents to model resilience, empathy, and hope for their children. Takeaways Yom Haatzmut brings a mix of emotions for both parents and children, and it's important to address these feelings and provide the right experience for children. Parents should consider the age of their children when discussing Yom Haatzmut and the ongoing war in Israel, providing age-appropriate information and guidance. It's important to strike a balance between protecting children from traumatic information and teaching them about the reality of the situation. Technology can be a source of misinformation and harmful content, so parents should set up safeguards and filters to protect their children. Parents should model and teach children how to navigate complex emotions, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and validating feelings while also anchoring them in truth and reality. Engage in open conversations with children about the current situation in Israel, acknowledging their feelings and providing age-appropriate information. Balance the pain and challenges with a sense of pride in Israel and the Jewish people. Be proactive in addressing difficult topics and setting boundaries with technology. Model resilience, empathy, and hope for children. Teach children to navigate complex emotions and hold dichotomous feelings. Chapters 00:00 The Different Feelings of Yom Haatzmut 03:25 Teaching Children the Unity of the Jewish People 08:48 Age-Appropriate Communication and Guidance 13:19 Protecting Children from Traumatic Information 15:00 Balancing Protection and Independence 24:14 Different Approaches for Younger and Older Kids 25:24 Enhancing Pride in Eretz Yisrael 29:30 Intense Transition from Yom HaZikaron to Yom Ha'atzmaut 31:54 Stepping Back and Seeing the Bigger Picture 36:01 Modeling Dichotomous Feelings for Children 44:08 The Importance of Complicated Hashkafa