Explore every episode of the podcast How to Glow: The Jewish Woman's Marriage Boost

Ok this episode is basically a two-parter!

I’m back to share a coaching framework I use all the time: chochma (what I know intellectually), binah (what lands emotionally), and daas (what I actually integrate into behavior). I'll teach you how to use this framework when you're feeling stuck.

We're also talking about shana rishona as a developmental stage: what it's for, how to know if you've "done it," and what to do if something's gone haywire.

For those of you IN shana rishona or wanting a repeat, my First Year Married course starting Sunday the 19th!

Get all the details and sign up at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

What happens when you daven for your husband — not just for shalom bayis, but for him as a person?

In this episode, we explore the difference between praying for your marriage and praying for your husband himself — and why that distinction matters more than we realize.

You’ll hear:

• How this shift builds perspective, respect, and curiosity

• Why thinking we’ve “figured him out” can quietly erode connection

• Simple, realistic ways to incorporate this practice into real life

This is about intentionality, not perfection — and about strengthening your marriage by seeing your husband more clearly.

Want to join us in our Shalom for Shalom challenge?

You can get the weekly challenge by email at kaylalevin.com or join us on WhatsApp.

In this episode, I’m sharing something that came straight out of a coaching call — because I realized this is not a one-woman problem. At some phase of life, every single one of us ends up here: so tired we can’t think straight, can’t be ourselves, and are seriously at risk of making the worst possible decisions at the worst possible times.

We’re talking about what it really means to be below baseline — that foggy, heavy, emotionally fragile place where your brain suddenly thinks it’s a great idea to reorganize the linen closet or re-evaluate your entire marriage at 2 AM.

We explore:

✨ The three levels of self-care — exceptional, routine, and baseline✨ How to recognize when you’re officially below baseline✨ Why you cannot trust your brain when you’re exhausted (treat it like your drunk best friend)✨ The two non-negotiable rules for getting yourself back to normal✨ How one or two early nights can completely change how you feel about your life

If you’ve been scrolling late, snacking nonstop, snapping at people you love, or feeling like you’re just dragging your body through the day — this episode is for you.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Work with me privately: https://www.kaylalevin.com/private-coaching
👉 Get my free No-Prep At-Home Date Night Game: https://members.kaylalevin.com/at-home-date-night-game

💌 Know someone who’s completely exhausted? Send them this episode — because sometimes the most loving thing you can do is remind a woman that she doesn’t need to fix her life… she just needs to go to bed.

After seven months away, I’ve unpacked my microphone and I’m kicking things off with one of the most powerful ideas for marriage: your relationship bank account.

In this episode, I explain why when things are going RIGHT is the best time to focus on your marriage — and how tiny, positive moments now can protect your relationship when life gets stressful.

You’ll learn why shared experiences matter more than deep talks, how men and women connect differently, and how to become a steady, calming presence in your home.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

🎁 13 No-Prep At-Home Date Ideas kaylalevin.com/datenight

🎥 Free Webinar: The Marriage Reset Workshop kaylalevin.com/webinar

Taking My Sabbatical — Why Now, What’s Next, and What I’ve Learned

After 3.5 beautiful, growth-filled years of How to Glow, I’m taking a full sabbatical. In this episode, I share the heart behind the decision, how it’s unfolding, and the personal and business lessons that led me here. Even if you’re not planning a sabbatical yourself, I think you'll find there’s something in here for you — about presence, priorities, and permission to pivot. 💛Whether you’re curious how I ran things behind the scenes, wondering if a big change is right for you, or just want to say goodbye (for now), I’d love for you to listen.

🖥 First Year Married course is still available at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

💬 Book a one-off session after August at kaylalevin.com/coaching

📬 Join the email list to stay in touch KaylalevinOpt-In (Workbook)

I had the opportunity to sit down with Rebbetzin Bat-Chen Grossman to talk about something that so many of us are navigating: the intersection of marriage and personal ambition.

What happens when you're a go-getter, you're building something big—and you also want to be the best wife and mom you can be? Do those things clash... or can they actually strengthen one another?

In this honest and insightful conversation, Bat-Chen shares:

• Her personal story of going from resentful and overwhelmed to calm and aligned
• What happened when she finally told her husband what she really needed
• The expectations you might not even know you have about how marriage "has to" be--and what to do about them
• Her beautiful framework, the CALM Method, for creating flow in your marriage and life:

• C: Connect to yourself

• A: Ask for abundance

• L: Listen for the answer

• M: Master a higher level of consciousness

We also talk about how to hear your true wants vs. the ones that have been sold to you by social media, mentors, or family expectations.

💫 Resources Mentioned:

• 💻 Bat-Chen’s free guide: connectedforreal.com/guide
• 🌐 Work with Bat-Chen 1:1: connectedforreal.com
• 📱Follow her on Instagram: @connectedforreal
• 🎧 The episode with her father that we discussed: Communication & G-d

Jackie Glaser is back to explore how surrender and emotional healing unlock deeper connection in marriage—even when things don’t go as expected.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Learn more about Jackie: jackieglaser.com

👉 Follow Jackie on Instagram: @datingbyjackieg

👉 Jackie and her husband Aharon share their dating journey on Stories of Hope YouTube Married at 44, Baby at 50: A Story of Faith & Resilience | Jackie & Aharon Glaser | Stories of Hope

👉 Book recommendation: Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by Dr. David Hawkins

👉 Explore my resources for newlyweds and beyond: kaylalevin.com

💌 Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss Part 2, where we dive into dating mindset, emotional triggers, surrender, and what to do when your spouse changes.

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Jackie Glaser—psychologist, educator, and transformational coach—for a powerful conversation about dating, marriage, and emotional healing. Jackie shares her own journey from psychologist and Today Show guest in Australia to deep Torah learning in Jerusalem, and how she now helps women tune into their inner world to unlock clarity in dating and life.

We explore:

✨ When a relationship goes too deep before marriage

✨ How sure someone really needs to be before they say “yes”

✨ The difference between dating to assess and dating in a relationship

✨ How these experiences might play out beyond the chuppah

Jackie answers from the dating perspective, and I chime in from the newlywed side—it’s real, honest, and packed with gems for wherever you are in your relationship journey.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Learn more about Jackie: jackieglaser.com

👉 Follow Jackie on Instagram: @datingbyjackieg

👉 Jackie and her husband Aharon share their dating journey on Stories of Hope Youtubeyoutube.com/watch?v=7TJpGLGPRYE&pp=0gcJCdgAo7VqN5tDYoutubeyoutube.com/watch?v=7TJpGLGPRYE&pp=0gcJCdgAo7VqN5tD

👉 Explore my resources for newlyweds and beyond: kaylalevin.com

💌 Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss Part 2, where we dive into dating mindset, emotional triggers, surrender, and what to do when your spouse changes.

This week I've got a quick exercise for you to do some "eavesdropping" on that beautiful brain of yours. Enjoy!

 Other resources mentioned in the episode:

• First Year Married Course - ⁠kaylalevin.com/newlywed
• Private Coaching - https://www.kaylalevin.com/private-coaching
• The Glow Community - https://www.kaylalevin.com/coaching

When you got married, you didn’t just marry him—you married his personality, his family, his past experiences… the whole package. In this episode, we’re unpacking what it really means to accept our spouses (and in-laws!) as a package deal, and how to shift from frustration to curiosity when things feel hard.You'll learn:

• Why every middah (character trait) comes with its own pros and cons
• How to handle personality clashes—like chessed vs. gevurah types
• The importance of addressing challenges early to avoid long-term resentment
• A gentle reminder: you’re a package deal too

Whether you’re dealing with in-law dynamics or learning to navigate your husband’s quirks, this episode will help you approach it all with more compassion and clarity.

💬 Want to go deeper?

📅 Book a free consult call to explore if private coaching is the right next step for you. 💛 kaylalevin.com/coaching

💍 Just married? Want to feel confident and connected in shana rishona? Start the First Year Married course now: 👉 kaylalevin.com/newlywed

In this episode, we’re diving into the challenges you sent in that come up around Pesach—

• navigating in-law dynamics and family expectations
• coming to an agreement over budgeting for yom tov clothes
• finding time to actually connect with your husband amidst all the chaos
• managing less-than-comfortable yuntif arrangements

I’ll walk you through how to prioritize your relationship even when things feel hectic, why quality matters more than quantity, and how to start thinking long-term when it comes to family harmony.

You’ll also hear some practical tips and a gentle reminder that your version of a successful Pesach might look different—and that’s okay.

Mentioned in this episode:

📞 Looking for more support? Sign up for a free consult with Kayla: https://kaylalevin.com
🎓 First Year Married course: https://kaylalevin.com/newlywed
🎙️ Episode on improving your relationship with your mother-in-law:
https://www.kaylalevin.com/post/ep-147-a-better-relationship-with-your-mother-in-law-with-rachel-glasser

In this week's episode I'm discussing Rav Aharon Feldman's book, The River, the Kettle, and the Bird and how we can use the concept of the peace of the river to create a foundation for growth and connection in our marriages.

Resources:

The First Year Married Course: kaylalevin.com/newlywed

The Glow Community (limited time offer: get the FYM course included when you join the annual subscription!) kaylalevin.com/coaching

Reach out for private coaching at kaylalevin.com

Don't forget to send in your questions for next week's PESACH episode!!

Have an awesome week!

A good relationship with your in-laws is possible—even if it doesn’t always feel that way. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the most common struggles I hear from newlyweds: feeling criticized or undermined by their mother-in-law.

But what if the issue isn’t confidence, boundaries, or even her intentions? What if the key is simply allowing yourself to be new at this? I’ll walk you through a mindset shift that transforms interactions with your MIL from stressful to supportive—so you can embrace her advice (or let it roll off your back) with ease.

This is the final day of the Shana Rishona Challenge—let’s finish strong! 🎉

Resources:

• Join our Shalom Challenge on WhatsApp to find out when the next challenge comes out: bit.ly/4shalom
• Check out the First Year Married course, open now! kaylalevin.com/newlywed
• Looking for more? I have a few spots open for private coaching. Maybe one of them is yours. Book a free consult call with me and let's find out! kaylalevin.com/coaching

Shana Rishona Challenge Day 7: Communication Upgrade

It wasn't easy for me to pick which communication hack to use, but yesterday someone told me that after DECADES of marriage, this tool gave her a new insight into her husband. That's enough HP for me.

Here's the idea: women talk back-and-forth. We interrupt to show we get it. We finish each other's sentences.

Men don't. Men talk until the idea is finished. If they see they won't get to finish the idea, they might not bother to start it.

It's tricky, because when he IS talking, we might feel disengaged--after all, we're not used to being so passive. On the other hand, we might not know he even HAS much to say, because he's never really had the chance.

So here's your challenge today: at some point today, listen to your husband AD HA SOF. Until he's done. No interruptions, agreements, disagreements, sentence-finishers, "here's what you're probably trying to say"s.

Enjoy the gift of seeing more and more of him.

The full Communication Masterclass (basically a course in and of itself) is inside the First Year Married program. Check it out at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

Looking for more support? Book a call to learn more about private coaching availability.

💞 Shana Rishona Challenge Day 6: What Do You Need?

Have you ever wished your husband would get you a drink/tell you to get some sleep/bring you something to eat so that you could feel like he really cared?

Good. That's what you're supposed to feel like during shana rishona.

At the beginning of a marriage (I'm talking the first decade), it's about her feeling totally secure that she's a priority. And it's about him learning how to make her a priority.

Where we get stuck is when we forget that we actually can go get ourselves something to eat 🥪, a glass of water 🥤, and put ourselves to bed 🛌🏻. Because we are smart, grown women who know how to do these things. 💪

What happens next? She's hangry and whining that he doesn't care and he's honestly not really sure what just happened. 😣😳

It's funny now but it's not funny in the moment!

One of the best ways to invest in your marriage is to invest in YOURSELF. YES, you want acts of love from him, but they don't need to be for your basic functioning. You don't have to be drowning for him to show he cares. The damsel in distress is so not a Jewish thing.

Today's challenge is a fun one: do something for you!

Resources:

• Class 6 in FYM is about Self Care-designing a life for yourself that you love despite all the changes of shana rishona. Check it out at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

• Want to be part of the WhatsApp challenge? Join us at bit.ly/4shalom

💞 Shana Rishona Challenge Day 5: The Male Mind & You

I feel like I could talk for a year about the male mind and not lose interest. If I could go back and talk to MYSELF as a newlywed, this is what I'd share with her first:

Listen to what he's saying.

I don't mean listen to what he seems to be saying. Or listen to what he's implying. Or listen to what he means.

I mean the actual words.

Men are refreshingly, amazingly, brilliantly direct.

I can't tell you how many times a woman I was coaching was telling me about the disapproval/frustration/judgment she was getting from her husband. When I asked her for the actual WORDS he said, she paused.

And thought.

And asked, "wait... do you think he really meant... what he was saying?"

He did.

Phew. 😅

💬 Your challenge today: Listen to the actual words. If you think he means more than he's saying, just ask. He'll tell you.

It's such a treat to be married to a man!

➡ Class 4 is a deep dive into what makes your brains tick differently--PLUS an entire Communication Masterclass--waiting for you inside (along with a chance to say goodbye to misunderstandings, unnecessarily hurt feelings, and missed opportunities). Have you joined us? kaylalevin.com/newlywed

Resources:

• Want to be part of the WhatsApp challenge? Join us at ⁠bit.ly/4shalom

• Episode 179 Purim Your Brain
• Episode 143 Purim Thoughts
• Episode 65 Purim - He's not a reflection of you

Shana Rishona Challenge Day 4: A Day in Unconditional

Unconditional love, by definition, is loving someone when they're not meeting your conditions. Loving someone who's doing it all "right" is easy. Unconditional love can ONLY be practiced when he's not doing what you wanted or expected.

Sometimes the answer IS more communication or understanding. And sometimes it's deciding--this is the part where I practice unconditional love.

That's your challenge for today: choose one area where he's a bit outside of your conditions--the part that's not so easy to love. And focus on letting it go and loving him anyway. Just for today.

Resources:

• Class 4 in First Year Married covers Intimacy--both emotional and physical. To go deeper, check it out at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

• Want to be part of the WhatsApp challenge? Join us at bit.ly/4shalom

Resources:

• ⁠⁠Join the Shana Rishona Challenge on WhatsApp⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Check out the First Year Married Course

💞 Shana Rishona Challenge Day 3: Your Values Audit!

Today I'm talking about values, especially when you feel your husband isn't exactly living up to the values in some (large or small) way.

We can often get so stuck in feeling we either have to "accept" what he's doing or figure out a way to change him. I want you to know there's a third way. You go straight to the value. Is tefilah important to you? Great. Live it. Focus on YOUR davening. Get a chevrusah and study the meaning in depth. Value HIS davening--even if it isn't happening quite how you thought it would--not so your positivity will "train" him to want to daven more, but because it's a value you want in your home.

This week's challenge is to look that the values that you want in your home--yes, even the ones you feel you or he aren't doing so great with--and step back and consider what's the best way to create an environment that nurtures those values?

Resources:

• ⁠Join the Shana Rishona Challenge on WhatsApp⁠
• ⁠Check out the First Year Married Course

💞 Shana Rishona Challenge Day 2: Get Some Oxygen! 💞

Think about your young marriage like a preemie. Why do we put these tiny babies into incubators? We want to protect them from germs and we want to make sure they get high-quality oxygen.

Your new marriage needs the same.

It needs protection from germs. While most people immediately jump to boundaries and in-laws, the primary issue I've been seeing is BUSYNESS. Being too distracted or busy or stressed to give your marriage the attention it deserves is a germ. (Once your marriage is a nice strong, healthy kid--which doesn't mean you've been married a long time, it means you've actually DONE THE WORK--you'll be able to weather busy seasons without catching those germs.) But yes, unhealthy relationships or enmeshed relationships can also be germs. If you're turning to your girlfriends for emotional support and NEVER turning to your husband, make sure those girlfriend relationships are healthy and appropriate for this stage of life. If your mother wants to hear every detail about how you're adjusting to being a wife, it's time to get some incubator protection (this is NOT a ticket to cut your family members out of your life--just to be more conscientious about where the those conversations are going).

What's the oxygen? The oxygen is paint night. The oxygen is figuring out his favorite dinner and actually making it. The oxygen is learning his Myers Briggs, Enneagram, DISC type, soul type, and love language (or just one of those unless you're a geek on this stuff like me!) so you can learn how to work with his nature and think outside the box of how you've always thought things should be done. Oxygen is a love note written with whiteboard marker on the bathroom mirror, a hot coffee delivery to the bedroom, or simply being present to give him a smile and your attention at the end of the day.

In Class 2 of the First Year Married course, I teach you how to design a shana rishona that is nourishing to your marriage AND to you.

Start today with some oxygen.

In this episode Kayla introduces the Shana Rishona challenge, inspired by her First Year Married course. Kayla emphasizes the importance of cultivating 'newlywed energy' regardless of how long you've been married. She shares her recent experience of balancing family needs while revamping her marriage course and explains the purpose of the eight-day Shalom for Shalom challenge.

Resources:

• Join the Shana Rishona Challenge on WhatsApp
• Check out the First Year Married Course

00:00 Introduction to the Shana Rishona Challenge00:29 Personal Story and Inspiration01:04 Details of the Shalom Challenge02:04 Challenge Structure and Benefits03:17 Day One Challenge: What's Your Story?04:29 Course Information and Conclusion

If it sometimes feels strange to "give points" or "be positive" or all those other marriage tricks we're told are so vital to seeing the best in our husbands, I might have a solution for you.

---Want to make the most of shana rishona? Join the hundreds of women who are reaching for the top of what marriage can offer by learning the skills that make relationships THRIVE. Registration is open now! kaylalevin.com/newlywed

Mushka and I share a soapbox today about the need to widen our focus when we support women in shana rishona. Her upcoming summit does exactly that (and I hope I do the same in my online course!) and so I'm thrilled you'll get a behind-the-scenes peek into what she's offering THIS WEEK.

Important links for you:

Want to make ANY changes in your life or relationship? The first step is self-awareness. No, I don't mean you need to go meditate on a grassy hill. You need to know what's driving you. What you're thinking. What's that inner monologue going through your head all day--and where's it taking you? Today I'm talking about the basics of getting yourself from self-centered (our default state) to self-aware.

PS Are you joining us for the next First Year Married course?

Register now at kaylalevin.com/newlywed or get on the waitlist for our next round!Married longer?

Check out my advanced monthly coaching group, How to Glow at kaylalevin.com/coaching

Today I'm sharing with you one of my PET PEEVES that I hear all over--even from those I admire and respect greatly--and that is talking about your husband like he's a puppy that needs "training." In today's episode I'm going to try to onboard you onto my mission to step away from this mindset by explaining to you the unintended consequences of this way of talking. I hope you find it convincing! :)

If this episode spoke to you, I'd love to have you join me in my next round of First Year Married! Get all the details and sign up at kaylalevin.com/newlywed

See you inside!

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at ⁠kaylalevin.com/coaching

We just opened doors for the First Year Married course and to celebrate I'm giving you a 3 part series on how to get the most out of shana rishona.

This episode is mainly for my newlyweds out there, but these tools are relevant no matter how long you've been married.

In today's episode, find out how getting a life is CRITICAL for a happy marriage--and how to make it happen.

Want to share your coaching wins? Have a question? Thinking about joining the course and want to talk it out? I'd love to hear from you!

Newlywed Course starting Dec 2 (includes Time Management course until Nov 15) kaylalevin.com/newlywed

WhatsApp: https://wa.me/19739307981

Email: kaylalevin AT kaylalevin.com

Welcome back to you and me!!

Today we're talking about what shana rishona is really all about. It might not be what you think! (Plus a tool that can help you at any stage of your marriage.)

The First Year Married program launches June 2! If you're a newlywed, you can sign up here: kaylalevin.com/newlywed

The Glow Community to join us for Mastermind the Worst Part of Your Day: kaylalevin.com/coaching

Give a gift to a newlywed or a friend who could use some extra support: kaylalevin.com/gift

FREE Shalom for Shalom Challenge

WhatsApp: bit.ly/shalom30

Email: bit.ly/shalom-challenge

Mentor sessions coming up on the podcast! Know someone who has great ideas to offer about improving some area of our lives? Email me at kayla @ kaylalevin.com your ideas--whether it's you or someone you know!

Podcast: Ep. 62 - Your Marriage Is A Baby

When the issue seems so big it can be hard to see the value of each small action. This week we're discussing the power of making small steps--whether in response to the war, in our marriages, or any area.

Also an update on the podcast, the Shalom for Shalom Project, and other ways to work on your marriage now.

To join the Shalom for Shalom Project on Whatsapp

Click here to join by email

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at ⁠kaylalevin.com/coaching

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This summer we're going back to basics and bringing you the oldies but goodies--our most popular and fundamental episodes. Don't stress about catching up on every past episode--if you need it, we're bringing it to you here.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This week I brought on my good friend Miriam Campbell for a fascinating discussion on how to connect to others when it's challenging. Sometimes we don't want to connect, or we are going through all the motions but we're not totally there. Listen to hear why this is all part of our process--a process we really do want to be engaged in.

You can learn more about working with Miriam here: https://bookme.name/skillsforconnection

Even if you have a great positive thought, if your nervous system has been hijacked and you're in fight or flight, that thought is just not going to stick. This week I'm introducing you to Nervous System 101. Our guest coach Ilana Kendal will be taking this much deeper inside of How to Glow in July!

Want to join us? You can sign up today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

When life is stressful, sometimes the last thing you think you can handle is supporting a struggling husband. Today I want to talk about some of the struggles I'm seeing a lot with the clients I work with and how fierce support can create a bedrock for your marriage you will be so grateful for in the decades to come.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you in my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

The Business Trip Phenomenon: when your husband goes away and suddenly you are SUPER functional and do so much better than when he was home--WHY is that? Why can't you manage when he's around? And then, instead of him coming home and seeing how great you're doing, you totally fall apart. Has this ever happened to you?

Listen this week to hear why this happens and what you can do to have a smoother reunion after his trips, and what you can keep from the magical wonder-woman energy from when he was away (and what you shouldn't expect to carry over into your day-to-day life.)

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This week we're taking a deep dive into BOUNDARIES. What does it really mean to "have no boundaries" and what do we do with those people in our lives who make us crazy because they don't respect our boundaries? How do we set a boundary and, most importantly, what if our own boundaries need some work?

Referenced in this episode: Facing Codependence by Pia Mellody

This week, we're all (myself included!), listening to a replay of "Your Relationship with Yourself" - episode 89. Enjoy!

In this replay episode, I emphasize the importance of having a positive relationship with oneself, focusing on understanding the mechanics of developing that relationship, the concept of thought work, and its relevance to relationships.

I will cover the first of three fundamentals of thought work in the context of relationships: one's relationship with oneself, one's relationship with their spouse, and one's relationship with others.

Just like what ends up in our garage, our brains can contain various thoughts, including ones we intentionally put there, ones we struggle with, and ones we unknowingly adopted from others. I want to challenge the misguided notion that holding on to negative thoughts (or a really tall cabinet) will lead to growth.

Hey there! In this podcast episode, I want to talk to you about why it's so important to keep your phone out of the bedroom, especially when it comes to maintaining a healthy marriage. Now, I know that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to marriage advice, but I truly believe that every couple should design their own marriage and create a relationship that works for them.

In this episode, I explain that getting your phone out of the bedroom is a crucial step in maintaining your mental health and building intimacy with your partner. With social media and constant communication, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and anxious, which can disrupt your sleep and make it difficult to build strong relationships.

I also discuss the challenges of giving up your phone as an alarm clock, but emphasize the importance of making conscious decisions about the values you prioritize in your marriage. Ultimately, I hope this episode helps you take a step towards a healthier, happier, and more intimate marriage.

As noted in the episode, you can join How to Glow here: kaylalevin.com/coaching

Hope sounds so nice, doesn't it? Except when it gets us into trouble. This week I'm unpacking this seemingly innocent emotion that can sometimes keep us stuck--and how to know when we're in a helpful hope or a not-so-helpful hope.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

Whether infertility has personally affected you or not, it has a major impact on the Jewish community. Dr. Aimee Baron joined me to discuss the work behind her non-profit, I Was Supposed to Have A Baby, her own infertility journey, the many forms of infertility, and the ways that we can support and be sensitive to those going through this journey.

Learn more from Aimee here:

Website: iwassupposedtohaveababy.org

Instagram: @iwassupposedtohaveababy

Facebook

YouTube

Check out what we'll be doing in May inside of the How to Glow Community.

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If you're guilty of skipping meals in lieu of a coffee or regularly staying up too late but can't really get motivated to break those habits (or you can't even imagine why you'd want to), this interview is for you.

I had Lauren Allen, health coach with a focus on hormonal health, come on and give us some practical, real-life tips (and share her amazing story) so we can go from post-Pesach-blah (is it just me?) to feeling more energetic and focused.

Connect with Lauren:

laurenallennutrition.com

Instagram: @LaurenAllenNutrition

To hear Lauren's guest talk in May and participate in our group challenges, join us inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of married Jewish women. Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

For personal development junkies like us, sefira is kind of our time. It's the time when we put our awareness on different traits and check on how well they are integrated and serve us to be our best selves. So I invited Ruchi Koval to speak to us about how to realistically bring these ideas into our lives to take advantage of this spiritual opportunity.

Ruchi says, "It is the blending of the opposites that creates a sum that is greater than its parts... so I have achieved balance when I have integrated what about my spouse is different from me and can help me to become a more balanced person?"

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Resources from this episode:

Ruchi's books:

https://a.co/d/eLhIOmj

https://a.co/d/hQ4WQVd

Ruchi's IG account:

https://www.instagram.com/ruchi.koval/

Ruchi's website:

outoftheorthobox.com

Book mention:

Sefiros (Haber) https://a.co/d/eagy0qN

I'm dropping in here this week to give you a quick reframe if you're struggling to feel energized this Pesach. Because I love you!!! Enjoy--and please share with whoever needs it! If you're a new listener, please subscribe and join us for the journey!

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I think the title pretty much sums it up.

If you're new here, please subscribe!

If you need more of this, you must get into the online How to Glow community. Like, now. kaylalevin.com/coaching

Also, if you want to check out Ilana Kendal's book Choosing Up, you can do so right here.

We're in the pre-Pesach home stretch and if you're looking to get your head on straight, Meira Spivak is your woman! Meira and I talk about the strategies in her book, How to Get Ready for Pesach in Five Days, and how we can set ourselves up for success without having to start cleaning before Chanukah.

Whether you have a tried-and-true system and are just looking for some tips or adjustments or you've never made Pesach and need to create a system from scratch, this interview will get you on track.

Resources:

Meira's book How to Make Pesach In Five Days

Kayla's course on Time Management in HTG Online

Meira Spivak is the director of Oregon NCSY, where over the past 17 years she has been developing educational programming for teens and parents. Meira helps organizations solve strategic problems through her Results Driven Innovation workshops. Using the Systematic Inventive Thinking (SIT) method of creativity, Meira can teach anyone how to innovate on demand - after all, creativity is a skill that can be learned. Meira strives to be efficient with her time and is the author of the book How to Make Pesach in 5 Days. As a mother of a large family, Meira understands the stresses of everyday life and when she's not busy stressing from them, she's laughing at them.

Meira can be contacted at meiraspivak@gmail.com or through her website meiraspivak.com

Does self-improvement ever feel like so much work? Today I've got some really good news for you: you're already way further along than you realize.

This week I'm going to help you see the progress you've ALREADY made, even if you only just realized this area is something you want to work on.

This boost will give you the motivation you need, and deserve, to keep at it.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching

This is a LANDMARK episode for How to Glow because today's guest has had a tremendous influence on the way that I approach coaching and personal development for you all. Rebbetzin Miriam Kosman is a lecturer, teacher, and author of the book Circle, Arrow, Spiral and she joins me today to discuss what gender is all about in Jewish thought and how that might apply to us in our lives and relationships.

Want to take this work further? I would love to coach you inside my coaching program, How to Glow. It's a no-commitment monthly program where you can get coached every week and be part of an amazing community of women. Ready to give it a try? Join today at kaylalevin.com/coaching