Living Mussar grew from a simple principle: the wisdom of Mussar is most powerful when it is lived together.
Our journey began in Minneapolis as Twin Cities Mussar, a grassroots effort to bring the ancient Jewish practice of Mussar—spiritual and ethical character development—into people’s daily lives. What started as a handful of small groups soon grew into a thriving community of learners seeking to live with more compassion, balance, and integrity.
As our work expanded, we discovered that Mussar was transforming not just individuals, but families, congregations, and entire communities. We saw people listening more deeply, speaking more thoughtfully, acting with more courage, and finding greater harmony in their relationships. The practice was not only cultivating character but weaving stronger connections between people and strengthening Jewish identities.
In 2024, we became Living Mussar to reflect what we had become: a vibrant, growing community dedicated to bringing Mussar to life wherever people are seeking meaning. Today, Living Mussar offers small groups, facilitator training, educational partnerships, and resources that open the door for anyone to walk this timeless Jewish path.
Mussar is more than study—it is practice. It is not only about who we are, but who we are becoming. At Living Mussar, we are committed to walking this path together: deepening our connection with Judaism, nurturing our souls, and becoming builders of a better world, one choice at a time.