Moment of Silence | Rabbinical Association of Australasia

a moment of silence

One of the suggested Mitzvahs is 'A Moment of Silence.'

Start your day with a moment of silence. Ask your parents for ideas about what you can think about.

In honour of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who encouraged the fulfilment of this Mitzvah.

Dear G-d, Thank You for making me unique and special. Help me use my gifts to make a difference in the world, and to always choose what is right.
There is something inside of me that is bigger than me
How I will respond kindly if someone teases me.
How I can be grateful for what I have.
How I appreciate my family.
How I can be an honest and good person.
What I am looking forward to today.
How I can relax better in class.
How I can focus better in class.
How I can listen and respond better to my teacher.
How I can show more respect to my parents and grandparents.
How I can give charity, with time or money.
How I can play fairly with friends.
How I can handle disappointment without getting angry.
Ways I can help my classmates.
How I can see the good in others.
Ways I can help my family at home.
Ways to avoid fighting with siblings.
I can do great things.
How to react when I am being bullied.
I am getting better every day.
Who I should look up to as role models.
How I can bring good into the world.
How I can be happy today.
Things I like about my best friend.
Why quiet time is good for me.