For Jewish leaders, sustainable growth starts by looking inward

Religious leaders have long faced high rates of burnout and stress, with studies showing these professionals often lack the time or resources to invest in their own emotional, mental and spiritual health. In the Jewish world especially, the last few years have tested spiritual leaders’ resilience as they help their communities navigate new challenges, like rising rates of antisemitism, as well as serve the growing number of Jews engaging with Judaism in the post-Oct. 7 world.