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Special: From Pain to Strength: The 10/7 Impact and the Jewish Fight for Resilience

Oct 7, 2024

51:12

Malka Shaw. With over 25 years of experience in mental health, she operates a private practice in Nutley, NJ, specializing in women’s issues such as postpartum depression, motherhood, single life, dating, anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and support during life transitions. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Delaware, completed a gap year volunteering in Israel, and earned her Master’s in Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Listen as we discuss how 10/7 and antisemitism needs to be addressed head-on as we struggle to find stability, Jewish pride, and inspiration to persevere. Find out more information at www.keshershalom.com

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Ep. 17: Effects Of Trauma Through the Ages And On Adulting

Oct 6, 2024

58:30

A licensed mental health therapist, Rochel utilizes lots of humor and (some) quirkiness while working with adult clients on achieving their goals to better their everyday lives. She utilizes her clinical and life experiences to support and guide individuals navigating medical challenges, severe mood disorders, and what she calls "adulting101." Rochel is well known in the Baltimore community for creating opportunities that fill in the gaps not yet met by local organizations. She has spearheaded a grief support group, an all-women’s theater group, and has been a big advocate for Jewish Caring Network. Rochel uses her passion and creative talents to effect positive change for single, divorced, and widowed individuals. She treats any person she encounters with dignity and respect. Listen to our fascinating about generational trauma, big and little “T”, coping skills, and the role of community. For a free 15 minute video consultation - email [email protected].

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Ep. 16: Tikkun Through Marriage

Sep 29, 2024

50:08

Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin MS, LCPC is a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist (Advanced Clinician) and Certified Imago Workshop Presenter, and Faculty Associate of the Imago International Training Institute. Together with his wife Rivka, they founded The Marriage Restoration Project, a global initiative to help keep couples together and happy. Out of concern for the global breakdown of relationships and families, he has made it his mission to help save marriages in 2 days by way of marriage intensive retreats. He has also created an Online Marriage School self guided program as an affordable solution to quality marriage help. Rabbi Slatkin also trains therapists and coaches in Imago therapy. For more information about his work, please visit www.TheMarriagerestorationProject.com

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Special: Struggling to Connect & Care During Israel's War

Sep 25, 2024

49:49

Rabbi Mordechai Becher, originally from Australia, received smicha, holds an MA in Medieval Jewish History, and is a doctoral candidate. He is also an instructor at Yeshiva University, previously taught at Neve Yerushalayim and Ohr Somayach , has presented internationally at exotic locations and at the popular Gateways seminar for over 20 years. Additonally, he is the scholar in residence for Legacy Kosher Tours. Rabbi Becher has answered thousands of questions on AsktheRabbi.org, presents a Talmud class, Dimensions of the Daf and his latest book, Gateway to Judaism, published by Artscroll, is in its tenth printing. And if you aren’t already impressed, he served in the IDF. Listen as we discuss connecting, caring, and acting in solidarity in a meaningful and impactful way for the people of Israel during this perilous time in history.

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Ep. 15: Grassroots Orthodox Engagement

Sep 22, 2024

46:58

Betty Cherniak was raised in Houston and received her MA from University of Washington. Betty converted in 1980, had 5 children, moved to Baltimore in 1994 and worked as copy editor for the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) for 18 years. She is the current President of the Glen Neighborhood Improvement Association and has served as president for the last 8 years. Listen as we discuss her passion for grassroots community organizing and the importance of engaging the Orthodox community. Marvel as we reveal the new Community & Safety Chair, who’s name rhymes with Shmedva. To learn more about GNIA visit myglen.net

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Special: The 14 Weeks of Grief, Strength & Emunah

Sep 18, 2024

1:20:11

Originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia , where she & her late husband helped establish a new kiruv community & shul, Sherri Zaslow has made Baltimore her home for 20+ years. Sherri has spent her professional career in education, senior care and currently organizes health and wellness community education focusing on the Jewish community. Sherri has served on the Gilchrist Hospice Board, and works closely with Bridging Life Jewish Hospice and Palliative Care services. Their next event is a run to adopt orphans of 10/7 in Israel. To find out more info go to.run4israel.net

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Ep. 14: Reclaiming My Jewish Lost Igbo Identity

Sep 15, 2024

1:08:36

Simhah Tamar is a language teacher is Sderot. She made Aaliyah in 2020 and survived through the October 7th bombing. Simhah’s parents are both Igbo, a African tribe considered to be descendents of shevet Gad. Brought over on slave ships, her family settled in America and adopted Christianity, to which she felt disconnected. Listen as she recalls her unusual path to Orthodoxy, the eEmunah she exhibits, and her love of all things Tanach.

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Ep 13: Lost in Adulting

Sep 8, 2024

36:22

Hadassah Eventsur, MS,OTR/L is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience, she is also a certified Life Coach, speaker and a regular contributor to the Mishpacha Magazine on the topic of Neurodivergence. She is the founder of MindfullyYou, a program to support Frum women who struggle with executive functioning. Visit: Mindfullyyou.org for more information or follow her @mindfully you on instagram

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Ep 12: Where is the girl I married?

Sep 1, 2024

53:20

Zahava List is the Founder and Director of Chazkeinu, an international mental health support network for Jewish women worldwide. Zahava is passionate about spreading mental health awareness and stopping the stigma associated with it. She suffers from bipolar, and experienced instances of post-partum psychosis. She lives with her husband Yaakov and four sons in Baltimore. While Zahava is out to save the world, Yaakov is trying to get through the day. He studies at Telshe Chicago and Rabbi Yaakov Friedman’s in Eretz Yisrael. He currently works in IT and is pursuing a degree in computer networking and cyber security. Listen as they share their story of hope and strength in their journey. chazkeinu.org or 304-607-2429 to be in touch with Zahava's organization.

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Ep. 0: Introduction

May 26, 2024

8:17

Come learn about who, what, when, why? This is the where, according to my kids, I discourage you from listening, in my humble and modest way. Just a little taste to peak your interest. Contact me at [email protected]

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Ep. 1: Atonement Through Trauma

Jun 19, 2024

32:44

My mother, Ruth Jaffee was only 44 when she became paralyzed, and only 60 years old when she died. This is our story and the hardest lesson I learned.

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Ep 2: More Than You Can Imagine/Identify Your Passion

Jun 25, 2024

36:23

Evonne Marzouk is an inspirational public speaker and author of The Prophetess. Her work has also been published in Newsweek, the Washington Post, the Jewish News Syndicate, The Wisdom Daily, the Jewish Telegraphic Agency, RitualWell and many other publications. She recently co-authored a chapter on The Heroine's Journey in the book Jewish Fantasy Worldwide (2023) has four poems in the newly published anthology, Calling Out: Psalms for Today (2024). She offers a free printable Heroine's Journal on her website to empower all women to live their greatest dreams. IG/FB: @heroinewhisperer www.evonnemarzouk.com

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Ep 3: Prioritizing Pleasure

Jul 3, 2024

39:15

Bracha Goetz is the Harvard-educated author of 42 Jewish children's books and a candid memoir for adults that documents her journey to observant Judaism, Nourish the Soul: Filling the Emptiness Within. Her books can be found in Jewish bookstores and online at www.goetzbookshop.com.

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Ep 5: Plan for the worst, hope for the best. Part 1

Jul 14, 2024

47:59

Tova Jussim, LCSW-C, has spent over 20 years helping people to age-in-place, guiding them towards advanced care planning and long-term and short-term care planning. She has facilitated family meetings, caregiver support, and counseling for grief and bereavement. She is a recognized expert in her field, regularly teaching classes to other professionals about how to help people in medical crises. She is a coach who uses a holistic approach to provide clients and families help with physical, emotional and spiritual support. Tova is an Aging Life Care Manager and owner of Care Matters for You. You can learn more about her practice at CareMattersForYou.com. Resources: https://nasck.org/emes-card/ https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/Health%20Policy%20Documents/adirective.pdf

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Ep. 7: Forgiveness is not a group exercise.

Jul 28, 2024

45:08

Rivka Malka is the co-founder, along with her husband Bezalel, of Rivka Malka's School of Coaching and Transformation. She trains women around the world in coaching and healing skills and is known for her expertise in the healing journey. She is an internationally acclaimed speaker inspiring audiences with her transformative and uplifting talks. Through her work, she helps women rewrite their stories, heal from the past, and step into their mission. She strives to live authentically knowing that "Every experience is a healing opportunity.” She has tens of thousands of followers on her YouTube channel and Torahanytime.com. You can find her at at Rivkamalka.com

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Ep. 8: Children with mental health challenges

Aug 4, 2024

32:03

Rabbi Shmuel Gluck has been in Chinuch for over 25 years. He attended Yeshivas Philadelphia and learnt under Reb Shmuel Kaminetzky who is the rabbinical advisor to Areivim, and whom he remains close with to this day. After being a Rebbi for seven years, he opened Areivim’s doors in 2000. His focus is on helping teenagers along with their families. Rabbi Gluck’s advice is highly sought after from families, Rabbonim, and schools. Rabbi Gluck is a prolific writer, and world renowned speaker, on all Chinuch related topics. For more information and to be in please visit https://areivim.com You can now Zelle your donation to [email protected] Resources: When to stop parenting and begin mentoring your child Part 1 - https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=73785 Part 2 - https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=73852 Part 3 - https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=74249 Part 4 - https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=74361

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Ep. 4: Entrepreneur's Secret Ingredient

Jul 8, 2024

14:48

Chaim “Kevin” Kahn in the CEO of the MSP Intellicomp, an IT company that focuses on providing support for national business owners, schools, nursing homes and many others. Hear about what he attributes his success of almost 30 years and his commitment to his family, clients, and community. For more info visit ⁠www.intellicomp.net⁠, call (443) 484-1009, or find and follow on LinkedIn.

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Ep 6: Plan for the worst, hope for the best, Part 2

Jul 21, 2024

36:18

Tova Jussim, LCSW-C, has spent over 20 years helping people to age-in-place, guiding them towards advanced care planning and long-term and short-term care planning. She has facilitated family meetings, caregiver support, and counseling for grief and bereavement. She is a recognized expert in her field, regularly teaching classes to other professionals about how to help people in medical crises. She is a coach who uses a holistic approach to provide clients and families help with physical, emotional and spiritual support. Tova is an Aging Life Care Manager and owner of Care Matters for You. You can learn more about her practice at CareMattersForYou.com. conversationproject.org Peace of mind planner

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Ep 9: Save one life, save the world

Aug 11, 2024

53:48

Tamar Schulman has a Masters degree in Jewish Education, is the Director of the Khal Chasidim daycare and Executive Director for the all the Khal Chasidim divisions. In her spare times, she juggles being a masgiacha, a mom to 3 cats and 2 dogs, while also somehow managing to help raise her 3 children with her husband Yochanan in Baltimore, MD. Listen to her amazing story of donating her liver and kidney within a 2 year time span.

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Ep 10: Burnout Breakaway: Escape the Cycle

Aug 18, 2024

42:13

Dr. Shoshi Lewin is a mother to a wide age range of kids and has a Masters and Doctorate in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She has been in the field for close to 20 years. Shoshi worked in a psychiatric hospital for 8 years, training psychiatrist residence and is now in private practice. She can be reached at [email protected]. Listen as we discuss the signs, symptoms and remediation of the dreaded burnout from personal, professional and even religious pressures. And I, in turn, reveal how much I struggle in this area

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Ep 11: A Holocaust Legacy of Survival

Aug 25, 2024

44:22

Shoshana Kruger has a degree in Education and has been teaching for over 40 years and has been the head counselor of Bais Yaakov and its camp for over 30 years. Her 101 year old mother, Sylvia Weiss,is a survivor of Auschwitz. She lives in Brooklyn, NY and her story of survival is a lesson in Emunah and miracles from Hashem. Her strong vibrant personality, and love for her family, are part of her living legacy. In 2008, Shoshana and her mother co-wrote Sylvia’s memoir “Selected From Above.”

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Special: Allies in Adversity

Aug 6, 2024

44:18

Ruth Guggenheim is the Director of Interfaith Relations for World Emunah, Israel. In this capacity, she focuses on building bridges of understanding, respect and collaboration between the Jewish and Christian communities on behalf of the people of Israel. https://emunah.org/ Katrina Johnson-Smith is the founder of The Answer Kingdom Center and the Power & Praise Prayer Assembly,

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Jewish Adulting Promo/Intro

Aug 9, 2024

0:23

Rabbi Ben-Tzion Shafier tells sums up the mission and vision for Jewish Adulting podcast.