What to Do When Someone Interrupts You

Rabbi Kelemen

What to Do When Someone Interrupts You

Rabbi Kelemen

December 14, 2025 · 00:18:29

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Have you ever been interrupted mid-sentence — and felt frustrated or deflated?In this powerful clip, Rabbi Leib Kelemen explains what a truly wise person does when interrupted, drawing from Pirkei Avos (Ethics of the Fathers 5:7) and the Pesach Seder itself.Discover:Why a wise person doesn’t interrupt othersHow the Haggadah reveals the secret to true communicationThe difference between dialogue and monologue — and why it changes everythingHow to respond when someone clearly isn’t ready to hear youRabbi Kelemen’s answer goes beyond etiquette — it’s about understanding the spiritual vessel (keli) of the other person, timing, and the humility of true wisdom.📘 Listen till the end to hear how this connects to genuine closeness and emotional connection in relationships.🎧 Listen to more profound Q&A sessions or submit your own question at LawrenceKelemen.com