Ally is a martial artist, businesswoman, wife and mother In today's episode, we discuss: Growing up in a martial arts household Life lessons from being a professional fighter How to assess your surroundings to make sure you are safe Practical self defense advice that every young woman should know How to hijack your freeze response so you can get out of danger FAST And much, much more! Subscribe so you never miss an episode! If you love this show, please take 30 seconds to leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts 💕 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

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! ❤️

Hindel is a Dating Coach & Seminary Teacher living in Yerushalayim. How do you know if you’re really ready to date? In this eye opening conversation with Hindel, we explore why knowing yourself is the key to knowing when you’re ready — and what you can work on before entering the dating world to step into dating & marriage with clarity. To get in touch with Hindel: [email protected] +1 720 477 6406 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 ❤️

Terry is an author, podcaster, thought leader, educator and charity founder. She is a unique pioneer in the field of mental wellbeing and resilience with a remarkable backstory. Chapters: (00:02:07) Terrys story (00:10:52) The unpredictability of life (00:14:42) People Pleasing (00:17:02) Overthinking (00:20:23) Our brain likes to focus on the negative (00:24:58) Perfectionism (00:29:03) Healthy transitions from childhood to adulthood (00:32:26) The role of parents in your life's journey (00:38:54) How to claim your inner power (00:43:15) Terry's invincible summer (00:46:48) Challenging your beliefs (00:49:48) Attached positive feelings (00:55:42) what is Disassociation (00:58:02) What does intrinsic wellbeing look like (01:04:47) The limitations of Self awareness (01:10:15) No one can take your wellbeing away from you To learn more about Terrys work: https://resilimy.com/ https://iheartprinciples.com/iheart-2024-community-campaign/ To get in touch with Terry: [email protected] 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❤️

Rabbi Wineberg is a Veteran Rabbi, Grief Councilor & Chairman of the Jewish International School of Cape Town. In todays episode we discuss: Lessons from the 3 weeks - how Judaism teaches us to mourn The connection between grief and leaving home for the first time How joy & grief can co-exist in our lives. Healthy vs unhealthy grief The importance of learning to be vulnerable & to ask for help How to be there for a friend who has experienced loss (and what NOT to do) …And much more! 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! ❤️

Chanti is an industrial Psychologist with a background in Neuroscience and psychology. While Chanti was living on her own in Israel away from her family, she got diagnosed with an incredibly rare and dangerous illness called Takayasu's Arteritis. Join us in this episode as we uncover how she was forced to redefine her sense of identity and worth beyond academic achievements and external validations. Learn how she navigated loneliness, embraced support, and developed a profound connection with Hashem, ultimately reshaping her perspective on life’s priorities and her role in the world Who is Chanti? [00:01:51] Moving to Israel on her own [00:03:20] Pressure to have Academic Success [00:09:36] Getting Diagnosed with Takayasu's Arteritis The importance of Acceptance [00:29:04] Redefining her Self-Worth[00:39:04] Dealing with Loneliness [00:45:04] Learning to let others offer support  [00:47:05] The challenges of returning to ‘normal life’ [00:51:51] Open Heart surgery. [00:53:09] The power of investing in Bitachon (01:11:00)  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 ❤️

Rabbi Kahane is the principle at Chedvas Seminary, a popular Seminary Teacher, and author of 'A fire in the darkness' Chapters: [00:00:00] Introduction. [00:01:21] Who is Rabbi Kahane? [00:02:10] Rabbi Kahanes Teaching Philosophy [00:05:10] The Importance of Seminary [00:07:25] The truth about Growth and Independence [00:09:00] Dealing with Challenges [00:11:10] Coping with Classroom Challenges [00:13:00] Understanding Pain and Growth [00:16:30] Pain, Pleasure, and Progress [00:23:00] Avoiding Unnecessary Pain [00:26:36] Recognizing Growth Opportunities [00:31:29] Accepting Circumstances and Building Resilience [00:38:39] Sphere of Influence [00:42:00] Perseverance Despite Setbacks To buy Rabbi Kahanes Book: https://www.amazon.com/Fire-Darkness-Rabbi-Meir-Kahane/dp/1614658684 To get in touch with Rabbi Kahane:  MKAHANE@[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!

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 ❤️

Dina is an Addiction Specialist who Coaches individuals and couples in navigating the challenges of the modern world. Chapters: (00:00:08) How Dina became an Addiction Coach (00:05:37) What the frum community needs to know about Addiction (00:10:20) The definition of Addiction (00:15:33) The difference between A bad Habit and an Addiction (00:16:12) Becoming conscious of phone usage (00:21:21) When filters and time blocks aren’t enough (00:24:38) Escaping difficult emotions (00:28:00) The Asei Tov approach for phone use (00:36:44) Accountability partners (00:40)23) The similarities of Food & Technology Challenges  (00:42:12) A tip for managing anxiety (00:48:26) The importance of asking: How is this serving me? (00:53:23) You’re not alone in the tech struggle (00:57:12) Dinas advice to herself the first year she left home To learn more about Dina and get in touch: dinahcohen.com 6478313730 [email protected] I would love to hear from you!  For feedback, questions or recommendations for future episodes: Email:  [email protected] Instagram DM: @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 ❤️

Rivka Mazal is a Writer, Seminary Teacher and Torah Lecturer in Yerushalayim. Chapters: (00:00:10) Why is Shabbos an important topic to discuss? (00:08:47) The unique challenges of Shabbos when you are single and away from home (00:10:26) The question that will transform your relationship with Shabbos (00:12:45) Taking ownership of Shabbos (00:17:30) Shabbos is a highlighter for what's going on in your life (00;21:36) The unique opportunity that Shabbos gifts us (00:22:20) Advice for connecting with great host families (00;24:26) Advice for being a guest (00:31:00) The give and take of staying in someone else's home (00:34:55) Rivka Mazals crazy Covid Shabbos journey (00:39:30) The importance of investing into your Shabbos (00:43:26) Becoming an active participant in your Jewish life (00:46:58) Shabbos is not just your 2 meals (00:50:11) Rivka Mazals advice to herself first year away from home To connect with Rivka Mazal: 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 ❤️