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This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Chaya Mushka Schusterman to unpack what it really means to find your life mission- getting clarity, finding your center, and understanding why exactly where you are is exactly where you’re meant to be. MAKE IT REAL  Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Find Your Center — Take time to slow down and reflect on your purpose. Journal about who you are—your personality, your strengths, the people in your life, your environment, and the opportunities around you. Start Right — When you say Modeh Ani, pause for a few extra seconds. Say it with intention, recognizing that this day was given to you for a reason. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 by Thursday, 27 Iyar to be entered into the raffle. SPONSORED BY CMOVE +1 (929) 683-6393 JOIN THE CHANNEL:  https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew  Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter  Guest: Chaya Mushka Schusterman

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Sara Druin to unpack what Lag BaOmer teaches us about facing life’s challenges. Instead of running away, we explore what it means to lean in—through our own experiences and the way children naturally approach the world with honesty and resilience. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Head On: Have an honest conversation this week with a friend, parent, or mentor about where you are holding or something you’ve been avoiding. Special Tefillah: During this week, and especially on Lag BaOmer, daven for children on behalf of someone who needs it. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 by Thursday, 20 Iyar to be entered into the raffle. SPONSORED לעילוי נשמת שרה רייזא בת בנימין הכהן ע"ה JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Sara Druin

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mrs. Rochel Leah Perlman for a meaningful conversation about Moshiach. We explore how it’s not just a future event, but a mindset—what that means in practice, how to access it, and what life can look like when you live with that awareness. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: You Are Gold- Journal each day, from the prompt "You Are Pure Gold", moving away from the checkbox mindset. Open Your Eyes- Learn one idea about Moshiach each day with the goal of actually understanding it and letting it shape how you think. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 by Thursday, 6 Iyar to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mrs Rochel Lea Perlman

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Chayale Hecht to explore the power of a single mitzvah—what one act can truly create, how to navigate moments when it’s hard to stay committed to our hachlatos, and how mitzvos help us find Hashem in our everyday lives. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Tomorrow Is Another Day- Fill out the guided Cheshbon Hanefesh each night (that will be sent on the channel) Your Hashem- think about and focus on the meaning of Elokei Avraham, Elokai Yitzchak Velokei Yaakov in Shemoneh Esrei WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 4th of Shvat to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY RESTORE YOUR CORE hennashomer.com/ryc (310) 279- 3315 Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording: Sheina Wolff Editing: Chana Shomer PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Chayale Hecht

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mushka Landa for an honest conversation as we transition back into real life after Pesach. We talk about building habits, reaching goals, and how the environment you create within yourself shapes your growth. We also connect it to Sefiras HaOmer and what this time can teach us about steady, intentional change. MAKE IT REAL For this week’s challenge, take what you hear and bring it into your own life in a way that feels doable for you. There’s no one-size-fits-all here—you’re living your own story, so your application will look different too. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mushka Landa

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mrs. Estie Arnauve, Shlucha to Tel Aviv, for a powerful conversation about a woman’s role in shlichus. From understanding a single girl’s purpose, to balancing family life while giving your all to shlichus, to navigating the balance of tznius within your mission — this episode offers a fresh, meaningful perspective on Chof Beis Shvat. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Share The Light- share with someone one thing you learned that day Sacrifice vs Gift- reframe the way you relate to doing something hard- while doing it, recognize that it is a gift. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 2 Adar to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY RESTORE YOUR CORE hennashomer.com/ryc (310) 279- 3315 Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording: Sheina Wolff Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mrs Estie Arnauve

In the spirit of V’nahafoch Hu, we’re turning the spotlight behind the scenes to the incredible team who make this podcast happen. Purim is all about the hidden — the quiet details and unseen moments that shape the story. Tune in to hear from the people behind it all, and what Purim means to them. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mrs. Shlomit Epstein to explore the true meaning of freedom. Together, we unpack what it means to leave Mitzrayim in our own lives, how we can begin that journey, and how to navigate the challenges that hold us back. You can reach out to Mrs Epstein with any questions or comments at +1 (718) 744-7615. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Honest Self Reflection- Focus this week on letting go of one habit that isn’t serving you. Lean into Yourself- Spend at least 10 minutes twice this week doing something you’re naturally good at and enjoy it fully. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 22 Nissan to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mrs Shlomit Epstein

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Rachel Shayna Djian to discuss what a Chossid is. It's more than a conversation- it's a farbrengen on what a Chossid truly is at their core, how someone can connect more and how being a Chossid is a lifelong mission. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: One Step Higher- Every night, choose one thing to do better the next day. First Step: Learn- Set up a chavrusa and commit to learning one sicha throughout the week. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 14 Nissan to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY RESTORE YOUR CORE hennashomer.com/ryc (310) 279- 3315 Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Rachel Shayna Djian

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mrs. Adina Landa to explore the powerful concept of Moach Shalit Al Halev. We break down what it really means to guide our emotions rather than be controlled by them, how this idea can be applied in everyday life, and what it looks like to tap into higher-level thinking. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Reality Check- Twice a day, stop yourself, and separate the facts from the story. Think It, Feel It- Twice a day, recognize which emotion a thought creates in your body. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 8 Nissan to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY RESTORE YOUR CORE hennashomer.com/ryc (310) 279- 3315 Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mrs Adina Landa

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Esti Cohen for an honest conversation about tefillah- why it can sometimes feel hard to connect, how learning about Hashem can deepen that connection, and how setting small, meaningful goals can transform the way we approach davening. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Weekly Focus- Choose a Tefillah to read about in the beginning of the week and then focus on it the rest of the week during davening. Reflect to Connect- Set 2 minutes before davening to think where you’re holding in your relationship with Hashem. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 1 Nissan to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED לעילוי נשמת מנחם מענדל בן יבלחט"א ברוך בענדיט Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Esti Cohen

This week on It’s Been Real, hosted by Shaina Muller, we dive into the mitzvah of Ahavas Yisrael. ואהבת לרעך כמוך- unpacking what it really means, what to do when it’s not easy and how we can live it out in real life. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Stay Away From Bad- walk away from an improper conversation once a day Connect the 3 Ahavas- set up a daily 5-10 minute chavrusa WhatsApp (972) 55- 951- 1180 or email [email protected] Thursday, 19 Teves to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY NIGHT OWL MERCH WhatsApp (561) 674- 9770 Email [email protected] Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs. Goldshmid Mrs. Weiss Chava Hurwitz Chana Shomer Shaina Marcus Rivkale Morozow Sara Spalter

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Ceita Shur to explore Shtus D’kedusha — why shtus isn't necessarily a bad thing, how it can be used for kedusha, and what it looks like to live with that bold energy every day. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Intentions Check- Before going to sleep, take a few minutes to review your day and reflect on the intentions behind what you did. Proudly Aloud- Say a bracha out loud twice throughout the day. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 16 Adar to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED לעילוי נשמת רבקה מאטל בת ר׳ אפרים ארי׳ה ע״ה Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Editing: Chana Shomer Recording, Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus and Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Ceita Shur

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Racheli Cohen, to discuss simcha- what is joy vs happiness, how we can attain joy in our everyday life and the 5 different types of deep joy that we find in the Torah. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Be Mindful- choose one point in your day where you'll use 2 of your senses and say to yourself, "I am choosing joy today" Joy is Meaning- Choose one point in your day to go out of your way to help someone else. WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 9 Adar to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY CMOVE +1 (929) 683-6393 Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Editing: Chana Shomer Recording, Pre Release Auditor: Freida Lew Graphics: Shaina Marcus, Leah Gurary PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Racheli Cohen

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Mihal Camhi to unpack the 10 Mivtzoyim- the background behind each one, the way they practically look in our lives and how the Rebbe's vision of battling darkness with light lives on even more today. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Tzedaka- give at least 1$ to tzedaka each day Mezuza- kiss the mezuza 3 times every day WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 18th of Shvat to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED Leilu Nishmas Mordechai Shmuel ben Pinchas Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer, Research: Shaina Muller Research, Recording, Pre- release Auditor : Freida Lew Editing: Chana Shomer PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Mihal Camhi

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Shaina Rodal to discuss the concept of Hashgacha Pratis- not only in life’s big moments, but in every detail of our day. We explore what it means that Hashem recreates the world each moment, the power that every second holds, and what true letting go really looks like. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: Let Go- Before going to bed write 2 things that were in your control that day and 2 that weren't. Pause For Purpose- Think 2 times throughout the day, “this is for a purpose.” WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 11th of Shvat to be entered into the raffle JOIN THE CHANNEL https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY CROWN HEIGHTS SPORTS crownheightsports.com Instagram @crownheightsports Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording: Sheina Wolff Editing: Chana Shomer PR: Chava Hurwitz Pre- release Auditor: Freida Lew Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Shaina Rodal

This week on It’s Been Real, we sit down with Sara Zemel to explore her journey to Judaism. We discuss how she transformed life’s challenges from a burden into a foundation, and the role Shaar HaBitachon played in carrying her through her hardest moments. This conversation offers a powerful new perspective on how we understand and relate to struggle. MAKE IT REAL Commit to one of these Hachlatos for a week to be entered into the raffle for a 25$ gift card: - Ulay Lekach Nivrah: each night, write a gratitude list with three things you’re thankful for, including one challenge. - Strength Through Shaar Habitachon: learn the daily Shaar Habitachon thought (that will be posted on the channel) WhatsApp 972 55 951 1180 or email [email protected] by Thursday, 26 Teves, to be entered into the raffle. JOIN THE CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCAH4F05MUjebj3jg0P SPONSORED BY NIGHT OWL MERCH Whatsapp 561 674 9770 Email [email protected] Thank you to all those who made this episode possible! Mrs Goldshmid Mrs Weiss Host, Producer: Shaina Muller Recording, Editing: Chana Shomer PR: Chava Hurwitz Mics: Sara Spalter Guest: Sara Zemel