We've all heard the cliche, "What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger." Is it really true? Does Torah agree? Listen how 3 Chabad women, Mrs Fradel Bukiet, Mrs Vivi Deren and Mrs. Hadassah Chen share their experiences of how they are choosing to turn their challenges into growth. Adar is the time of joy, often one of the greatest challenges to joy is our life's challenges. Hear how these three great women work to overcome their obstacles and find joy not withstanding, there is much that we can l...
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Vinafsho keshura binafsho - My soul is bound with his A conversation with the founder of Kesher Nafshi Reb Gedaliah Miller is a bobover Chossid who as a result of his daughter choosing a different yisdishkeit path had to learn to adjust to a new way of thinking. This ultimately led to the founding of a retreat - and a source of emotional support for more than 600 couples dealing with children who are on their “own derech”
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Join me for a fascinating conversation with Dr. David Pelcovitz, A leading trauma expert and professor at Yeshiva University. Dr. Pelcovitz shares with us fascinating information on trauma and resilience and how one can grow as a result of their challenges and become a better version of themselves.
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 19
An inspirational journey of hope and triumph, conquering demons buried very deep inside,leaving a wake of chaos and destruction. Listen how Shua turns his deep hurt and struggles into his personal recovery and how now he is helping others with the lessons of his journey. To sponsor upcoming episodes please reach out through my website at www.apositivecoach.com. Shua can be reached at emailshua@gmail.com
Jan 26, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 18
#ParentingGoals Join me for a fascinating conversation on raising children in complicated times with noted psychologist, Dr. Shagalow. Dr. Shagalow is on the front lines of the challenges and solutions that our frum community is facing and he shares insights and wisdom on a variety of topics related to parenting.
Jan 11, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 17
A guide to understanding addiction and recovery with Eli Nash
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Join us as we discuss mental health, the role of medication, exercise, hormones, genetics, sleep and more in the totality of a true picture of psychological well being with Dr. Craig Heacock. Dr. Heacock is a Psychiatrist out of Boulder Colorado who practices "whole psychiatry" meaning he tries to get the roots of what is causing any given mental health challenge before immediately running to medication. He is also the founder of the incredibly popular psychedelic podcast BFTA - Back From The Ab...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Bashie Naparstek courageously shares her story and struggle with anxiety, depression and Bipolar disorder. Bashie a mother of 7 children shares with us that while she still struggles with her anxiety and her Bipolar diagnosis at times, she now has the tools, awareness, and emotional insight to manage her tendencies and live a healthy, happy, and meaningful life. Give a listen and be inspired! Bashie can be reached at bashie.h@gmail.com
Oct 28, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Join me as I learn about another modality of therapy Story Emotion Social Therapy, - SEST . Dr Rochie Lieberman shares with us the data and info behind this unique form of therapy. She explains how speech, and social interactions can be an indication of underlying mental health challenge, and the solutions. She can be reached through her website https://www.wholestoryspeech.com/.
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 13
Join me for a fascinating conversation with Mr. Chaim Bin-Nun a LGPC Professional Therapist based out of Baltimore, Maryland. Mr Bin-Nun has a refreshing approach to dealing with challenges and struggles and uses his many years of experience to help others find clarity, direction and inner peace. Chaim & I discuss the intersection between unconditional Love and boundaries. An exploration of the time and place for radical love and when is the time for restrain. We talk about the pros and cons...
Oct 01, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Join me for a probing conversation with Mrs. Sarah Marozov. As we dive deep into this often misunderstood topic. How many kids is too many kids? Where does my own personal health and mental well-being play into the conversation? Did the Rebbe’s guidance to have large families mean under every circumstance? Listen as we discuss these ideas amongst many others.
Aug 27, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 11
x Join us for a conversation with Akiva Perlman as he breaks down what makes a therapist a good therapist and What to look for when finding a therapist.
Jul 18, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Join me for a honest conversation with Ruchi Koval, a certified parenting coach, motivational speaker, Kiruv Rebbitzen, musician, author, and mother of 7 children, who shares with us her parenting journey and how she thrives even during challenging times. If you are looking for inspiration, direction and guidance for your parenting journey, then you will find this podcast to be insightful and helpful
Jul 02, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Gentle parenting, unconditional parenting, respectful parenting these are some of the names for this novel parenting style. Join me for a fascinating Interview with Blimie Heller a parenting coach who shares the method and philosophy behind unconditional parenting. This podcast will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired to parent at a higher level of love and connection. There are so many great takeaways! Sit back, relax, and be ready to grow
Jun 06, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 8
If you listened to the previous podcast with Yochanon Polter you now know the difference between a dandelion and a orchid. This podcast shares tips and ideas how to raise your highly sensitive child!
May 21, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Join me for a fascinating interview with Menucha Polter . She shares with us her journey what it was like growing up as an orchid- being a highly sensitive person and how she perceived her childhood and how her parents effectively and successfully raised her and helped her through a difficult and challenging time in her life. This message of hope and love will inspire any teacher, principal and parent to be able to support and make a difference in the way they parent, teach, and lead!
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Join me for a poignant conversation with Avremi G., a musician in Crown Heights, who recently suffered a major personal tragedy. He shares his powerful painful story and his personal advice and message for the world.
Mar 11, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Join us for an incredibly powerful and insightful conversation with Rabbi Shais Taub on the topics of mental health, recovery and addiction and the sensitive souls that struggle
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Bullying is happening all around us,at home, in school, and at work . It’s not only children who have to deal with bullies. Today’s podcast shares some great tips and tools how to help bully proof ourselves and our children.
Nov 01, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Rabbi Nechemia Schusterman & I had the distinct privilege to interview Dr. Edith Eger this past June. Dr Eger survived unspeakable horrors and brutality; but rather than let her painful past destroy her, she chose to transform it into a powerful gift—which she uses to help others heal. She wrote Her first book “the choice” at the age of 90- which became an international bestseller. She just released her second book the gift which is truly a gift! Listen to her own words of positivity and ins...
Oct 18, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 12
We are all searching for true happiness, but how can we really truly achieve happiness?
Oct 05, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Emotions and our feelings are a gift. When is the last time you leaned into your feelings and allowed yourself to truly feel? Feelings help us live a authentic,full life. Listen and learn more.
Sep 24, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 10
A timely message on personal growth from this weeks Torah portion.
Sep 10, 2020•3 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Join me for an interesting conversation with Mrs Rus Devorah Wallen LCSW. We discuss her personal life journeys that brought her to become a social worker, mental health awareness, practical tools for anxiety, and more! Check out her website for more info Toratherapeutics.com
Sep 06, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8
You have probably heard of the term ‘positive psychology’ on TV, social media or even in fashion magazines. But what is it really? What does it stand for? Emilya explains the main concepts of Positive Psychology as well as sharing with us some tools and interventions to create a happier more meaningful life.
Aug 23, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Would you like to reduce or to turn around your negative thoughts? Would you like to react more positively when “things” go wrong? If so, the ABCDE method for changing your mind might be helpful. Following the ABCDE’s tool can help us pause, reflect and rewind. It can also help us review and reshape our thought patterns. Feeling better is as easy as ABCDE.
Aug 16, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In today’s challenging world is it possible to live without constant stress, resentment or social anxiety? When you are faced with pain or difficulty can you fill your heart with strength and joy and energy? these are just some of the questions that Shterna Ginsburg aims to answer in her book titled your awesome self-The 12 principles of energized living. - Join me as I ask Shterna questions that will help us better understand ourselves and the path to fulfillment and inner peace.
Aug 09, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Enjoy a two minute dvar Torah
Aug 07, 2020•2 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Join me for a interesting interview/conversation with Rabbi Schusterman, as we unpack the purpose and lessons we can learn from pain, suffering and challenges.
Jul 31, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Jul 16, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 2
