The Attached Life

The Attached Life

The Attached Life podcast is focused on recentering our lives around our most important relationships. Our content offers education, inspiration, and guidance for enhancing connection and fulfillment. Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky LCSW CSAT is the founder of Mind Body Therapy, a private group practice in Chicago. He is the author of a new book, Attached. Please contact us with questions and comments, or to be added to our WhatsApp lists. Email: Yakov.attached@gmail.com WhatsApp: 773-888-2413

  1. Hurting or Healing? - Shimon & Leah's Story

    NOV 14

    Hurting or Healing? - Shimon & Leah's Story

    Understanding the Dynamics of a Troubled Marriage: Shimon and Leah's Journey In this episode of the Attached Life Podcast's Stories of Healing series, the focus is on the complex relationship between a seemingly perfect couple, Shimon and Leah. Despite their outward appearance of success and stability, Leah's frustrations with Shimon's drinking problem and Shimon's feelings of inadequacy create a tumultuous dynamic. The script delves into their weekly patterns, unraveling how Shimon's unpredictability exacerbates Leah's need for stability, while Leah's criticism amplifies Shimon's need for respect. The transformative session highlights the importance of understanding each other's backgrounds, emotional triggers, and the deeper, often spiritual, purpose of marriage challenges. By reframing these problems as opportunities for personal growth, the couple begins the path toward healing and deeper connection. To join our WhatsApp Status for consistent updates, short snippets and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our content can be found on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ 00:00 The Model Couple's Hidden Struggles 01:07 Introducing Shimon and Leah 03:17 Leah's Perspective on Shimon's Drinking 05:21 Shimon's Perspective on the Marriage 07:21 A Typical Week in Their Lives 13:00 Understanding Their Backgrounds 21:25 The Core Needs of Shimon and Leah 27:11 The Vicious Cycle of Disrespect and Instability 29:04 The Path to Healing and Understanding 31:06 The Spiritual Perspective on Marriage 34:27 Complementary Differences in Relationships 39:17 The Perfect Problem for Personal Growth 42:50 A Hopeful Conclusion

    45 min
  2. Emotional Disconnect - Sarah's Story

    SEP 24

    Emotional Disconnect - Sarah's Story

    Understanding Emotional Disconnect in Relationships: Sarah's Story In this episode of the Attached Life Podcast's Stories of Healing series, we delve into the complex, yet relatable story of 'Sarah,' a composite character based on many real conversations. The episode explores Sarah's deep emotional growth and her struggle with feeling isolated due to her husband's emotional and spiritual disconnect. Listeners will gain insights into understanding emotional safety, gender differences in emotional expression, and how to support a partner without pressure. The episode offers practical advice for creating a safe and accepting environment to foster deeper emotional connections. To join our WhatsApp Status for consistent updates, short snippets and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our content can be found on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Stories of Healing Series 00:22 Meet Sarah: A Journey of Personal Growth 02:52 The Emotional Disconnect in Sarah's Marriage 05:04 Understanding Gender Differences in Emotional Expression 06:48 The Role of Safety in Emotional Expression 14:27 Avoidant Attachment Style Explained 19:36 Strategies for Building Emotional Connection 24:24 Reframing and Responding to Limited Emotional Expression 31:31 The Importance of Open Conversations 35:39 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

    37 min
  3. A Journey Between Two Worlds - Moshe's Story

    AUG 8

    A Journey Between Two Worlds - Moshe's Story

    Stories of Healing: Episode 1 In the first episode of the 'Stories of Healing' series, the host shares a therapeutic session with a fictional client named Moshe, whose experiences, though fictionalized, are based on real therapeutic encounters. Through Moshe's depiction of feelings associated with bipolar tendencies, the episode delves into understanding the spectrum of bipolar disorder, exploring how past traumas and childhood environments shape our coping mechanisms. The narrative highlights the importance of body awareness, corrective experiences through imagination, and the process of reclaiming one's personal space. Listeners are guided through the journey of inner healing, emphasizing that problematic behaviors often stem from survival mechanisms developed in response to past traumas. To join our WhatsApp Status for consistent updates, short snippets and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our content can be found on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Stories of Healing Series 00:18 Meet Moshe: A Fictional Client's Journey 01:36 Understanding Bipolar Spectrum 04:55 Exploring Moshe's Emotional Landscape 10:15 Childhood Influences and Coping Mechanisms 15:02 Processing Trauma Through Body Awareness 19:43 Imagining New Outcomes and Beliefs 28:42 Session Reflections and Key Takeaways

    31 min
  4. (9) The Making of a Good Human

    JUN 24

    (9) The Making of a Good Human

    The Altruistic Personality: Insights from Holocaust Rescuers and Parenting In this episode of The Attached Life podcast, we examine an extraordinary body of research by Sam and Pearl Oliner, presented in their book 'The Altruistic Personality,' which explores common traits in the backgrounds of non-Jewish Holocaust rescuers. We discuss five key ingredients that foster altruistic personality traits during childhood and how these can be integrated into parenting. Topics include the influence of economic values, care vs. entitlement, internal locus of control vs. victimhood, the role of discipline, and the vital importance of attachment. This episode offers powerful insights for parents and individuals aiming to nurture altruistic values and strengthen personal development. To join our WhatsApp Status for consistent updates, short snippets and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our content can be found on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:15 The Altruistic Personality: Research Insights 03:33 Five Key Findings on Altruistic Development 04:52 Economic Competency vs. Altruism 07:39 Values in Action: The Alien Exercise 16:48 Caring vs. Entitlement and Equity 24:34 Internal Locus of Control vs. Victimhood 43:04 The Role of Discipline in Altruistic Development 48:02 The Importance of Secure Attachment 49:00 Conclusion: Applying the Five Components

    54 min

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The Attached Life podcast is focused on recentering our lives around our most important relationships. Our content offers education, inspiration, and guidance for enhancing connection and fulfillment. Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky LCSW CSAT is the founder of Mind Body Therapy, a private group practice in Chicago. He is the author of a new book, Attached. Please contact us with questions and comments, or to be added to our WhatsApp lists. Email: Yakov.attached@gmail.com WhatsApp: 773-888-2413

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