Welcome to another episode of The Jews Next Dor! This week, we have the great pleasure of talking to Bracha Goetz, a graduate of Harvard University and the Medical College of Virginia who has authored over 40 amazing children's books.

Combining her background in science and spirituality, Bracha explores deep subjects in a simple and joyful way approachable to children. Through sharing her personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder, Goetz provides insight into finding lasting pleasure and purpose in life beyond food addictions.

00:00 Intro

01:56 How did Bracha start writing children’s books?

03:58 Writing books that she never had

06:07 Healing from an eating disorder

10:54 How to pick up on the cues of an eating disorder?

13:57 Addictive junk food vs. food created by HaShem

18:30 Educating children about junk food

24:58 Bringing real pleasure into your life

31:42 A sense of gratitude brings a sense of abundance

33:07 A healthy body image in children

35:18 Toxic chemicals in treats

38:53 Creating new habits joyfully

40:03 The final message

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