On your Own

On your Own

By Esther ShemtovEducation
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On your Own episodes

  • 23. Journaling, Self Reflection & Managing Internal Tantrums w/ Chana Gorenstein

    Chana is a Chabad Shlucha, writer, fitness and wellness coach, and founder of SoulCare-TLC. She lives in Israel with her husband and 5 children.


    Chapters:

    (00:01:28) Who is Chana Gorenstein?

    (00:06:32) The difference between 'writing' and 'journaling'

    (00:11:56) The benefits of writing down your thoughts

    (00:14:23) Different Journaling techniques

    (00:18:18) Using your phone vs pen & paper

    (00:21:15) How to separate yourself from your thoughts

    (00:27:34) Navigating internal conflicts

    (00:32:23) Finding your 'center'

    (00:43:27)How to begin a journaling practice

    (00:54:32) Journaling as an emergency measure VS preventative medicine

    (00:58:03) Advice for if you are new to writing

    (00:59:42) Closing Question

    Join Chanas exclusive WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeeqLgq81dOBZwXYORFvz7. Here, you'll get weekly thoughts, tips, and support from Chana.

    To learn more about her upcoming SoulFood Group Coaching Course, a comprehensive program designed to help women overcome their food issues and achieve holistic wellness, click here: https://soul-care.co.il/recording-elul/

    I would love to hear from you! 

    Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected]

    @on_your_own_podcast


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    See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️


    1 hr 4 min
  • Sugar Cravings, Loneliness & Emotional Regulation w/ Devori Nussbaum

    Devori is an Integrative Psychotherapist, Health Coach, and host of The Chassidus - through the eyes of a Psychotherapist Podcast. 


    In todays episode, we discuss:

      • Devoris journey in overcoming an eating disorder

      • The root causes of sugar cravings 

      • How to deal with loneliness

      • How to regulate your emotions

      • Positive VS negative distractions 

        • …  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


        To support On your Own, visit: ⁠https://www.onyourownpodcast.com/sponsor⁠


        See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️

        1 hr 8 min
      • 22. Kashrus, Hechsherim & Choosing your Standards w/ Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb

        Rabbi Goldfarb is the chief Rabbi of Kfar Vradim in Northern Israel, An Israeli Army officer and Rabbi, and Halacha & Philosophy Lecturer.


        How can I know what my kashrus standards are now that I'm away from home?

        What do the different hechsherim in Israel mean, and which can I trust?

        What if I'm staying at a host family with different kashrus standards to my own?


        Rabbi Goldfarb simplifies the complex topic of keeping kosher in Israel, so you feel equipped and empowered to choose and uphold your personal standards wherever you find yourself.


        To support Rabbi Goldfarbs incredible work with soldiers on the Northern Border (Weekly Shabbos meals for the past 11 months, soldiers sefer torah...):

        Cashapp: https://cash.app/$rabbiShlomoGoldfarb

        https://thechesedfund.com/sefertorahforsoldiers/sefer-torah-campaign-for-soldiers⁠
        Chapters:

        (00:00:00) Introduction

        (00:01:26) The unique role Kashrus plays in our lives as frum Jews

        (00:08:27) Choosing your personal Kashrus Standards

        (00:18:28) Navigating the world of hechsherim in Israel

        (00:32:39) 5 Questions you can ask the Mashgiach to know if the hechsher is trustworthy

        (00:38:45) If it says Mehadrin does that make it ok?

        (00:43:16) Kashrus advice for when staying at other people's houses

        (00:48:58) Fruits, Vegetables & Grains in Israel

        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 ❤️


        55 min
      • 21. Grief, Vulnerability & The Three Weeks w/ Rabbi Dovid Wineberg

        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! ❤️




          1 hr 4 min
        • 20. Rules, Role Models and your Relationship with Hashem w/ Sara Blau

          Sara is an author, motivational speaker and head of extracurricular at Beis Rivkah High School, NY.

          In today's episode we discuss:

          • The importance of developing a personal connection to hashem

          • Working with rules and staff members that you may not agree with

          • Choosing the right role models and mentors

          • The difference between spirituality and G-dliness

          • Dealing with desires that seem to contradict halacha

            • … and much more!


            To learn more about Sara or get in touch:

            Meet Sara Blau

            I would love to connect with you! 

            Reach out 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! ❤️



            56 min
          • 19. Your first job, Imposter Syndrome & Choosing a Career w/ Michal Eisik

            Michal is an Entrepreneur, Copywriter & Founder of Copytribe - A program that has trained over 500 copywriters and freelancers to date.


            In today's episode we discuss:

            • The challenges of choosing a career path at a young age

            • The importance of having meaningful work

            • The mindset necessary to become successful in your field

            • The biggest mistake young women make when entering the workforce 

            • What 5 traits will make you super hirable 

            • The truth about Imposter Syndrome 

            • Learning to be ok with being new at something 

            • Entrepreneurship VS working for a boss

              • … And much more!



              Michal Eisikowitz

              I would love to hear from you! 

              Connect with me on insta or email: [email protected]

              @on_your_own_podcast


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              See you next episode, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting!❤️




              1 hr 4 min
            • 18. Creativity, Self-Expression & Finding your own Voice w/ Amy Guterson

              Mrs Guterson is the founder and artistic director of Tzohar Seminary, as well as an Emotion Code Practitioner & Life Coach.

              In today's episode we discuss:

              • Can Torah and the arts work together? 

              • The importance of creativity for self expression

              • The 4 different types of learners

              • The power of Morning Pages

              • Advice for handling self judgement

                • … And much more!

                To contact Mrs Guterson with questions or for Emotion Code: [email protected]


                To find out more about Tzohar Seminary or to apply for the coming year: https://www.tzoharseminary.com

                https://www.tzoharseminary.com/application


                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! ❤️




                1 hr 3 min
              • 17. No Period, Now what?! w/ Adi Bitter (Part 2)

                Part 2 is out! In todays episode we discuss:

                • Tools for navigating hormonal mood swings
                • Accepting the changes that come with being female
                • Advice for if your period has stopped, or is irregular
                • The birth control pill for skin & regulating periods
                • PCOS & Endometriosis

                  • ...and much more!


                  If you loved this episode, share it with a friend who can enjoy as well!


                  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


                  See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting! ❤️




                  56 min
                • 16. Hormones, PMS & your Monthly Cycle w/ Adi Bitter (Part 1)

                  Adi is a Seminary Teacher & Certified Yoetzet Halacha 


                  In todays episode we discuss:

                  • Why learning about the reproductive system is so important (even when you are single)

                  • The definition and function of Hormones

                  • What is happening in your body before, during and after ovulation

                  • Creativity and the 4 stages of your cycle

                    • Advice for handling PMS and hormonal mood changes 

                      • … and much more!
                      Stay tuned for part 2, coming out next week!


                      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


                      See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️


                      50 min
                    • 15. Happiness, Expectations & The month of Adar w/ Leibel Goldfarb
                      Rabbi Goldfarb is a Real Estate Entrepeneur and Motivational Speaker.
                      In today's episode we discuss:
                      The paradox of the pursuit of happiness
                      Why expectations make us miserable 
                      The difference between existing & living
                      How to maintain long term happiness 
                      What we are really celebrating in Adar
                      … and much more
                      Rabbi Goldfarb can be reached at [email protected]
                      Reach out 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
                      See you next week, and in the meantime, Happy Adulting ❤️
                      1 hr 4 min

                    About On your Own

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                    On Your Own is the podcast for Jewish girls living away from home who want to experience real growth and independence, take ownership of their life, and confidently make their own way in the real world.

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