Hello Blessing, Bye-Bye Stressing

A reflective Shabbat song that helps participants set intentions for their Shabbat experience. The chorus invites the group to say bye-bye to the stressing and hello to the blessing.

The verse leaves a zipper slot for each participant to name the kind of Shabbat they want: a peaceful Shabbat, a joyful Shabbat, a yummy Shabbat, a restful Shabbat. The lyrics double as a lesson in adjectives and a chance for grown ups to actually hear which kind of Shabbat their kiddos are hoping to have.

What's included:

Lead sheet PDF with melody line, chord symbols, and lyrics. Original composition by Dr. Emily Aronoff, copyright 2016. Suitable for guitar, ukulele, or piano accompaniment.

Best fit:

Songleaders, music specialists, cantorial soloists, and music-reading grown ups working with kiddos roughly ages 3-10. Lands at Tot Shabbat, family Shabbat services, religious school Kabbalat Shabbat programming, and home Shabbat tables. Works beautifully alongside post-it notes collected at the door: participants write or draw what kind of Shabbat they want, and the leader sings the ideas into the song. Encourages emotional regulation, mindfulness, and shared intention.

Delivery: Instant PDF download. Print-friendly.

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