Drink It In

Gayle Kirschenbaum: Behind The Pages

Gayle Kirschenbaum grew up as the target of her mother’s relentless cruelty. At sixteen, she left home—but the emotional wounds lingered for decades. In this heartfelt conversation, Gayle shares how she transformed their turbulent relationship through the radical act of forgiveness.We talk about:💔 Breaking free from generational pain🧠 Understanding family dynamics & mental health💡 Why forgiveness doesn’t require an apology🌱 How empathy & kindness can change everythingGayle’s story is more than healing—it’s a roadmap for anyone ready to reclaim peace and rewrite their family narrative.📖 Learn more: gaylekirschenbaum.com📚 Bullied to Besties – Barnes & Noble📸 Instagram

Aryeh Siegel: Behind The Pages

In this conversation, Jordana speaks with Aryeh Siegel who shares his remarkable journey from a secular upbringing to a deep exploration of spirituality, particularly through Transcendental Meditation and later, Jewish practices. A former TM teacher and national leader, Aryeh Siegel oversaw meditation programs in rehab centers before discovering the movement’s spiritual and ethical corruption. After becoming Torah observant, he testified as an expert witness in a class action suit that ended TM’s use in public schools. He discusses the impact of meditation on mental health, the development of his kosher meditation practice inspired by The Rebbe, and the feedback he has received from his books. Aryeh emphasizes the importance of finding a spiritual path that resonates with one's identity and the therapeutic benefits of meditation.The two discuss how:Meditation can provide profound rest and healing.Meditation is a therapeutic tool for stress management.The Lubavitcher Rebbe sought a kosher meditation for Jews.Aryeh transitioned from TM to Jewish spirituality.Meditation is a therapeutic tool for stress management.The technique of meditation can be adapted to Jewish practices.Find his books View his website

Bari Mitzmann: Behind The Pages

In this episode of Behind the Pages, Jordana speaks with Bari Mitzmann who shares her journey as an author. Bari Mitzmann is a Nevada-based marketing director by day and a content creator by night. She is passionate about destigmatizing mental health struggles and helping others cultivate a genuine, healthy relationship with G-d and Judaism. Her new book, Hakol B’Seder, chronicles her journey of healing and rediscovering what it means to live an authentic Torah life.The conversation delves into:-Bari’s experiences with mental health and how that affected her relationship with Judaism-Empathy and understanding are crucial in addressing mental health.-Being open about struggles can help others feel less alone.-Writing can be a therapeutic process.-The writing process involves multiple revisions and feedback.-It's essential to define your motivation for writing a book.-Publishing a book is a collaborative effort with many contributors.Hakol B’Seder is available for purchase at barianna.com/book.Connect with Bari on Instagram Connect with Bari via her website

Rea Bochner: Behind The Pages

Ever wonder who really writes the stories behind the stories? 👀✍️In this powerful episode of Drink It In: Behind the Pages, Jordana sits down with Rea Bochner — ghostwriter, spiritual coach, and founder of @awakejewishwomen — for a raw and deeply moving conversation.Rea opens up about her journey through:✨ Wrestling with faith and reclaiming her Jewish identity✨ Turning grief into healing through the written word✨ The sacred power of storytelling — especially for Jewish women✨ Life as a ghostwriter (it’s more soulful than you think)✨ 20 years of sobriety and the wisdom it’s brought herIf you’ve ever felt like your story is still unfolding… or you’re waiting for the words to express your truth — this episode will meet you there.🎧 Listen now and let your soul drink it in.📍Connect with Rea:Website: awakejewishwomen.comInstagram: @awakejewishwomenEmail: awakejewishwomen@gmail.com

Ruchi Koval: Behind The Pages

Do you remember Ruchi Koval from Season 1? Well Ruchi is back as a guest on the podcast for season 14! Ruchi is a parenting coach who helps parents of teens and adult kids find peace and confidence in their relationships. She is also a kiruv Rebbetzin, musician, author of three books, mother of seven, and grandmother. Jordana and Ruchi discuss: • Ruchi Koval's journey from a reluctant Rabbitsen to a successful author. • The importance of structure in writing books. • Feedback from readers can be life-changing for authors. • Writing is a solitary process but can lead to profound connections. • Authors should embrace their unique voice and experiences. • Book titles should resonate with potential readers • Coaching informs speaking, which in turn informs writing, creating a symbiotic relationship. • Writing a book can enhance credibility and open doors for speaking engagements. • It's essential to clarify the purpose and audience before starting to write a book. • Scheduling time for writing is crucial to ensure completion of a book. • Support systems can provide the necessary safety nets to overcome fears.Purchase Ruchi's newest book "Soul Purpose"!Connect with her on her website or on Instagram!