Dr. Shula Wittenstein is a Jerusalem based therapist.  She has been practicing for 28 years, specializing in trauma, anxiety disorders, and couples. The timing of this interview was such hashgacha pratis - we recorded a few days before the war in Eretz Yisroel with Iran, where many young students living on their own found themselves without flights back home, running to bomb shelters, and having their lives turned upside down. In this powerful episode, psychologist Shula Wittenstein breaks down what trauma really is, how it shows up in our lives, and how healing is possible. If you have felt stuck, reactive, or just not yourself — this conversation will help you understand why, and what you can do about it. I hope that you find this conversation as helpful as I did with all of the craziness going on in the world❤️ Dr Shula can be reached at ⁠[email protected] I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting! ❤️

In this episode I am interviewed by Gila Glassberg for her podcast 'Get Intuit with Gila'. In todays episode, we discuss: Leaving home for the first time Navigating a hebrew speaking school The side effects of my extreme food rules Binge eating in Seminary Hitting rock bottom Steps I took to eat more balanced … and much more! I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @on your own To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about To support On your Own, visit: https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/sponsor See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting

Adina, known as the "Now-Jewish Nanny," is a social media influencer and classically trained opera singer I’m so excited for you to hear this AWESOME conversation with Adina!! We talk all things Seminary, Peer pressure, CHOOSING Torah, Religious OCD, What FFBs take for granted and SO. MUCH. MORE! Don’t forget to Subscribe to the On your Own Podcast so you never miss an episode 🙌 I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

Tzivie Greenberg is a Chabad Shlucha in Vancouver, Washington & an Internal Family Systems Practitioner facilitating emotional healing for soul-led living.  Chapters: (00:03:47) What does 'healing' mean? (00:07:42) Living in Survival mode (00:14:46) The importance of feeling your feelings (00:19:49) Why we avoid our feelings (00:24:45) Hiding how you really feel from your parents while away from home (00:27:06) Rasha conciousness (00:28:35) Beinuni consciousness - bringing back CHOICE (00:31:10) Dealing with feelings of Jealousy (00:36:15) Your friends are your mirror (00:37:52) Attachment styles in friendships and relationships (00:42:21) When friendships get really intense (0046:42) The nature of love in friendships (00:48:53) Intensity in relationships (00:58:01) How to not become a victim (01:00:06) Functional dysfunction  You can contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Instagram @tzivieg I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting 💪❤️

Shua is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Co- host of the Jewish Teens Talk Podcast In this episode, Shua and I dive into the reality of being a frum young woman in today’s internet age - the opportunities, the challenges, and the exposure that comes with it. We address the question of whether it is actually possible to find a healthy balance with social media, movies, and TV, and how to navigate this space while staying aligned with your values.  We explore the feeling of being “stained,” after seeing inappropriate content, and the tension of not being ready to completely cut yourself off from the internet, while also not wanting to be a passive consumer of whatever shows up on your screen.  Most importantly, we talk about how to reconcile that space in a real, grounded, and growth-oriented way. This is an honest, nuanced conversation about raising your standards, understanding yourself, and building a relationship with media that actually reflects who you want to be. To listen to The Jewish Teens Talk Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MvBD2sQ7em92vOsdRBmZh?si=rcANj0QaQOiUvDAWRnbsig I would love to hear from you! Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

Chana is a Chabad Shlucha, writer, fitness and wellness coach, and founder of SoulCare-TLC. She lives in Israel with her husband and 5 children. Chapters: (00:01:28) Who is Chana Gorenstein? (00:06:32) The difference between 'writing' and 'journaling' (00:11:56) The benefits of writing down your thoughts (00:14:23) Different Journaling techniques (00:18:18) Using your phone vs pen & paper (00:21:15) How to separate yourself from your thoughts (00:27:34) Navigating internal conflicts (00:32:23) Finding your 'center' (00:43:27)How to begin a journaling practice (00:54:32) Journaling as an emergency measure VS preventative medicine (00:58:03) Advice for if you are new to writing (00:59:42) Closing Question Join Chanas exclusive WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeeqLgq81dOBZwXYORFvz7. Here, you'll get weekly thoughts, tips, and support from Chana. To learn more about her upcoming SoulFood Group Coaching Course, a comprehensive program designed to help women overcome their food issues and achieve holistic wellness, click here: https://soul-care.co.il/recording-elul/ I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @on your own podcast To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

Leah is the co-founder and Director of the Jean Schottenstein Oryah Institute - A Gap Year Seminary for frum young women in Jerusalem At just 21, Leah Bostombky co-founded the Oryah Seminary in Jerusalem. In this episode, Leah opens up about what it means to let go of the constant pressure to “do” and “arrive,” and instead find growth in the stage you’re in — even when it’s messy, unclear, or not what you expected. We talk about how being stuck can actually become your biggest opportunity for transformation, and why real success is built one small, grounded step at a time. Enjoy! ❤️ To connect with Leah: [email protected] I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

Michal is an Entrepreneur, Copywriter & Founder of Copytribe - A program that has trained over 500 copywriters and freelancers to date. In today's episode we discuss: The challenges of choosing a career path at a young age The importance of having meaningful work The mindset necessary to become successful in your field The biggest mistake young women make when entering the workforce  What 5 traits will make you super hirable  The truth about Imposter Syndrome  Learning to be ok with being new at something  Entrepreneurship VS working for a boss … And much more! Michal Eisikowitz I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @on your own podcast To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next episode, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting!❤️

Ariella is the founder of Ready.Set.Sem, an organization that assists gap-year students in preparing for their studies abroad. Chapters: (00:01:45) What is ready set Sem? (00:05:07) The impact of ready set Sem (00:06;37) Parents sending their daughters to a foreign country (00:07:05) Common concerns before going to seminary (00:10:09) When your suitcase becomes your home (00:11:06) The #1 essential thing to pack (00:15:28) Coping with the hard new beginnings (00:17:01) Packing anxiety (00:20:13) How to not obsess over your clothing (00:22:54) Wanting to be accepted in our new environment (00:25:27) How to emotionally prepare yourself to leaving home (00:27:37) It's not supposed to be perfect (00:29:58) Dealing with challenging experiences (00:34:31) Sem journal (00:35:32) The pitfalls of Journaling (00:38:42) What to pack and what NOT to pack (00:42:03) How to avoid your hair falling out in Israel (00:49:03) How amazon works in Israel (00:50:15) How ready set Sem helps you throughout the whole year (00:54:07) Final guest question To get in touch with Ariella and learn more about Ready.Set.Sem: Whatsapp:https://chat.whatsapp.com/LuAQm2MmrrSKGAELGIwIIH WhatsApp group Instagram I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @esther shemtov To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

Shareen is a laughter and Happiness professor, international speaker and bestselling author. In todays episode we discuss: The definition of happiness Why changing your thoughts won't make you happier Is it selfish to pursue happiness? The power of our emotions The truth about laughter ... and much more SUBSCRIBE SO YOU NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! I would love to hear from you!  Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected] @on your own podcast To sign up for the On your Own Newsletter, click here https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/about To support On your Own, visit: https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/sponsor