Singled Out Zahava

If you've been living in the same place as a single for a while, you're likely craving a change. And chances are, you've fantasized about getting out of where you currently live and moving somewhere new. But as exciting as moving can be,  it definitely comes with some challenges - even when it’s temporary. 

That's what this episode is about. Three different people, who tell different stories about three very different moves.

I know that the Jewish community around the world is struggling tremendously to process what is happening in our homeland.

This episode was not an easy one to record, but I found it extremely comforting to make. Connecting and speaking to others has been whats allowed me to process and deal with such a tragic and scary time.

A friend of mine yesterday quoted me the title of this episode. It’s times like these where we don’t know what to say, how to respond. All we can do is just experience it. We unfortunately just have to go through it.

Together.

And hope for the best very soon. 

May Hashem protect our soldiers and the families of Israel. May He grant us success in our efforts to guarding our land and allow us to see the end to such a dark time very soon. 



Articles I've found healing and resonate with:

1. Andrew's Article: Israel will live but part of us Has Been Shattered - https://forgingtogether.substack.com/

2. Trying our best by Shayna Goldberg: https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/trying-our-best/

Tune in as I interview Netflix famed matchmaker, Aleeza Ben Shalom! In this episode we get to hear about her experience on the show, being in the matchmaking bizz and what we can learn from secular dating.



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In this episode we have a deep conversation with Rebbetzin Dina Schoonmacher, surrounding some of the harder emotions that come up in singlehood when we feel like we're just waitng around hopelessly.

Notes
The Tools - https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Courage-Creativity-Willpower-Inspire/dp/0812983041
Rebbetzin Schoonmacher's Vaadim (amazing lectures on a wide range of topics) - https://www.womensvaad.com/

This episode aims to openly address a sensitive topic that dating couples think about a lot but can have a hard time discussing with others. In this open conversation, Shayna Goldberg and I directly address the relevant halachot while also not shying away from real life challenges that couples can face.
Notes
0:00-1:18 Intro
1:19-3:35 Shayna's intro on the importance of addresssing this topic
3:36-13:15 Halachic background and sources for shmirat negiah, premarital sex, and the niddah status of single women today
13:16 Sensitive and practical Q & A on shmirat negiah

Getting in touch:
With me - (instagram) @singledout613, (email) singledout613@gmail.com 
With Shayna - shayna.goldberg@gmail.com 

Most singles in the Jewish circuit have some experience with matchmakers. The resumes, the meetings - and in somecases - dealing with them as the moderator between the dates as well. Ever wonder what it's like from their perspective? What actually goes into setting up a couple? Or even just being the person receiving all those resumes? Well in this episode, you can find out as we interview renowned matchmaker, Merissa Gross. 

To find out more about Merissa, check out her website, where she offers trainings for matchmakers, resources for singles and even date ideas!

https://www.merissagross.com/