Bodies & Souls Rivky Boyarsky

Rivky Boyarsky and Dr. Sarah Markowitz, co-author of "Kosher ADHD," sit down for a heart-to-heart on the community-specific details of managing ADHD within the framework of our frum lifestyle. This episode blends personal narratives and professional insight, this episode gives individuals, parents, and educators tools and insight to navigate ADHD while embracing Torah values and hashkafic principles.This groundbreaking book can be used both for neurotypical individuals and those with ADHD.&nb...

When Hadassah Zirkind, founder of A Drop of Light, shared her story with us, the conversation was charged with a raw, transformative energy that only true vulnerability unleashes. We journeyed together through her experiences with self-harm, suicide, and the relentless grip of mental illness—unveiling her unspoken battles with anxiety and depression, magnified by the trials of prenatal and postpartum changes. Hadassah's courage in seeking help and her resolve to foster candid conversations on...

Unlock the secrets to cultivating profound relationships and personal growth as we welcome Gila Ross, a dynamic Jewish educator and leader, to share her transformative insights from Pirkei Avos. Our engaging conversation delves into the essence of Pirkei Avos as a guiding force for nurturing meaningful connections, the core of Gila's book "Living Beautifully" and her podcast "Power Up." This episode illuminates the timeless value of mentorship through the lens of Jewish philosophy, and e...

When Miriam Raskin speaks about her journey, her words carry the weight of lived experience and the lightness of profound healing. Our latest episode is a heartfelt tale of her battle with eating disorders and the spiritual solace she discovered within the teachings of Chassidus. Our guest sheds light on the tightrope walk between maintaining control and succumbing to the chaos of life, which often manifest in one's relationship with food. From the quiet desperation of calorie counting to the...

Have you ever felt the Pesach prep pressure weighing down on you, transforming what should be a season of spiritual renewal into a marathon of stress? Join Rivky Boyarsky, and the ever-insightful Malki Janowski, as we share stories and strategies for turning the tide and claiming back the joy of Yom Tov in our latest episode. Together, we discuss our attitudes towards holiday preparations, and how these can influence not only our own experiences but also those of the next generation. We ...

Embark on a transformative journey with Manya Lazaroff, a beacon of wisdom in the Jewish educational sphere, as she unfolds the tapestry of gratitude within our daily lives. Together, we unravel the intimate connection between thankfulness and personal fulfillment, traversing the terrain from familial bonds to the very essence of our purpose. Manya, a mother and seasoned shlucha, illuminates our conversation with heartfelt narratives, illustrating the profound shift in perspective that gratit...