B”H What happens when a near-death experience becomes the beginning of a new life, a new relationship with G-d, and an extraordinary friendship? Today I’m in conversation with Nikki Goldstein, Co-Author of Conversations with My Rabbi: Timeless Teachings for a Fractured World. Nikki wrote this book with Rabbi Eli Schlanger obm who was murdered by jihadist terrorists in the horrific Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Nikki is a journalist, bestselling, award-winning author, and founder of Go2Guru. She began her career at Vogue, went on to hold senior editorial roles at ELLE, Marie Claire, and Financial Review Magazine, and has written seventeen books. But her newest book is unlike anything she has written before. At its heart, Conversations With My Rabbi explores the Seven Noahide Laws, the seven universal principles that the Torah gave to humanity, reframed through an honest and deeply personal conversation between a secular Jewish woman and a rabbi. Nikki and I talk about the miracle that brought Rabbi Eli into her life, how he helped her discover a direct relationship with G-d, and why these ancient principles are urgently relevant today. We talk about giving and how it ties to the Seven Noahide Laws. We also talk about grief, courage, Jewish identity, and what it means to live with more light, love, and purpose. You’ve never heard a conversation about the Seven Noahide Laws like this one. Here’s the lovely Nikki Goldstein. Get Conversations with My Rabbi: Timeless Teachings for a Fractured World here: https://amzn.to/3RxXODO You can find NIkki at https://nikkigoldsteinauthor.com/ and on instagram at nikkigoldsteinauthor. The post 472: Nikki Goldstein, Author of Conversations with My Rabbi appeared first on Yael Trusch.

B”H Is Astrology part of Judaism? Are we allowed to use it? If so, how do we use it? In today’s conversation we explore: What is kosher astrology, and of course, what isn’t it? How can you use it to maximize your potential, and live a life of real alignment with your soul’s mission? And of course — that leads us right into our money — can kosher astrology tell you how much money you or your business is going to make? No. But, don’t give up on me just yet, because what astrology can do for you, is going to be so much more valuable; and might actually give you the push to unleash your earnings potential. Rabbi Yitzchok Pinkesz is the Author of Kosher Astrology: A Jewish Guide to Celestial Wisdom. Rabbi Pinkesz is a Torah-observant astrologer who has been practicing astrology in accordance with the Torah for over 15 years. His fascination with personal transformation led to extensive research in Jewish philosophy, psychology, and astrology. Buckle up because the topic of this conversation is on the one hand really out there, and on the other hand it can be something that really grounds us. So if you’re going through a time where you feel like you’re all over the place, or you’re stumbling, or feeling like you’re fumbling in the dark, or you’re being really challenged in a particular way, I think you will find this conversation really comforting. I never imagined saying those words about astrology. But, alas here we are. Here’s Rabbi Yitzchok Pinkesz. You can find the book on Amazon or on his website kosherastro.com where you can also learn more, and even sign up for a Birth Chart Reading. The post 455: Kosher Astrology on Mazel, Mission & Money with Rabbi Yitzchok Pinkesz appeared first on Yael Trusch.

B”H If you’re married — or if you ever plan to be, which I hope you do — today’s conversation is a must-listen. I’m in conversation with  Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier of Lakewood, New Jersey — author of Ten Really Dumb Mistakes That Very Smart Couples Make. You might know Rabbi Shafier already from TheShmuz.com, or from some of his books. Today we bring you an incredibly practical, eye-opening conversation. Here’s something you’ve asked many times and Rabbi Shafier addresses head on: Whose responsibility is it to provide financially for the family? And what about when the husband is in kollel?  Rabbi Shafier also boils the 10 Really Dumb Mistakes that very smart couples make down to just two. And trust me, you’ve probably made them. We get into the one thing that causes every single fight in marriage. Spoiler: it’s not money. The three pillars of a successful marriage. The two most important words in marriage. And ladies, the one thing that will absolutely shatter your husband. (So you can avoid it!) We discuss the role of financial provision and the role of managing the finances — and who should really be doing what. The answer may surprise you. And if you want to improve communication with your spouse, Rabbi Shafier gives you the exact question to ask yourself before you speak — plus the acronym that will transform your shalom bayit (and honestly, every relationship in your life). Here’s Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier.   The post 456: The 2 Dumb Mistakes Smart Couples Make, & Why Money Isn’t the Problem with Rabbi Ben Tzion Shafier appeared first on Yael Trusch.