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When it comes to being “niddah” or going to the mikveh, there are endless questions. Many of us don’t feel comfortable asking a rabbi these questions which directly relate to our bodies because it is uncomfortable or too intimate. Some of us might also feel like a rabbi can’t relate to what we’re even experiencing. Well that’s where a Yoetzet Halacha comes in… Meet my friend Lisa Septimus @5townsyoetzet. Lisa is a Yoetzet Halacha otherwise known as a Female Halachic consultant. In episode 58, Lisa talks to me about why there is a need for Yoatzot especially in todays day and age. We also talk about how we can improve the mikveh experience for women, some of the common issues when observing Taharat Hamishpacha, and how Torah values can positively steer a marriage. As a Teacher, Yoetzet, Kallah teacher, Rebbetzin, Mother, and wife, Lisa has incredible insight and wisdom to share with you. Whether you observe all the laws of family purity or not, you will gain so much from this episode. To quote Lisa herself “Open yourself up to new possibilities”. Enjoy the show💜 •You can find Lisa on https://www.Instagram.com/5townsyoetzet •https://www.5townsyoetzet.org •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

In this weeks episode, I interview Sherri Mandell. Sherri is an author, speaker, pastoral counselor, and co-founder of the Koby Mandell foundation. When Sherri lost her son to a terrorist attack 20 years ago, her world was dark and grim. Today she shows us how her grieving went from “a dark cave to a birds nest”, as she puts it. You will learn a little about what that means in this episode. While speaking about Koby was an opportunity to share his story, it was actually writing that helped her cope with loss. Sherri’s first book “The Blessing of a Broken Heart” taught her the power of narrative and how it forces us to find meaning in our lives. This show is not only about grief and how to comfort people who are grieving, but its about the power of community and that hope is always an option. This is an important conversation you don’t want to miss. Please share with anyone you think who could benefit from this topic. ————————————————————— •You can find Sherri on https://www.Instagram.com/sherrimandell10 •You can see her work on www.KobyMandell.org •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

Do you ever wonder what the process of writing a book is like? Meet my next guest, Tamara Miller Davis from Southern California. She explains what led her to write her first book, “Despite the Buzz,” and why it is relevant for our times. Tamara wrote this story in response to technology’s toll on teachers and students. The novel is also about timely social issues and topical interests.  Set in 2019, Tamara captivates a multi-generational audience with her interesting characters, witty observations, romantic elements, educational insights, and thematic material that almost everyone can resonate with.  Whether you grew up before or after the invention of smartphones, you will appreciate this cautionary tale.  The colorful book dives into topics of digital distraction, electronic accountability, and online exposure in a way that’s engaging and exciting.  “Despite the Buzz” of what’s going on in your phone, this artful book will definitely grab your attention and keep you reading.  Enjoy the show! —————————————————————— Tamara is originally from Michigan. She is a substitute teacher, dance enthusiast, fire captain's wife, mother, Coast Guard veteran, and member of the Women's National Book Association.  You can find Tamara on: https://www.Instagram.com/tamaramillerdavis https://www.facebook.com/despitethebuzz/ and https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58341719-despite-the-buzz?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=QQeGWr8rbv&rank=1 
•You can see her work on www.Despitethebuzz.com •Her informational novel can be purchased here: https://amzn.to/3gAmohk. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/despite-the-buzz-tamara-davis/1139373450?ean=9781736372203, and https://bookshop.org/books/despite-the-buzz/9781736372203 •The book is distributed through Ingram Spark, so any independent bookstore or neighborhood Barnes and Noble can order copies!  •Resources She Recommends: Screenagers: www.screenagersmovie.com     Center for Humane Technology: www.humanetech.com                Common Sense Media: https://www.commonsense.org    American Academy of Pediatrics: HealthyChildren.org The Social Dilemma on Netflix   Parenting in the Screen Age by Delaney Ruston      Alone Together by Sherry Turkle     Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-MeWorld by Michele Borba   Parenting in the Screen Age by Delaney Ruston   Some Finer Points from Tamara - Based on her Research and Experience Parenting/Teaching:  Not all screen use is the same. Other (unstated) issues with cell phones in school (and with teens in general, especially on social media), include social comparison, anxiety, impatience, and body image. Further digital wellness suggestions: unfollow outrageous people and groups on social media; don't subscribe to every platform; consider leaving your phone in the car or house when going out; support local journalism instead of relying on social media for news; examine your intentions when getting online; contemplate the trade-offs when you pick up your phone; do not share private information with strangers; use a private (vs public) profile when possible; do not contribute to the misinformation problem by sharing unchecked sources and/or inflammatory information; model cell-phone restraint to younger people; have a family media plan or screentime contract in place; use smart watches (with limited online access/capabilities) instead of phones to reach kids when necessary; do not let children under 13 sign up for social media that's intended for teens/adults; check age recommendations (and protective options) on video games.  Last but not least, in case any literary agents are listening, Tamara is open to writing a sequel, which could be set during the pandemic. Numerous readers are waiting for it to be written…

Meet Anna Sherman, a registered Psychotherapist from Toronto, Canada who works with individuals, couples and families. Anna talks to me about her childhood experience of being bullied and settling for unhealthy and controlling friendships. She also talks about how her low self-esteem trickled down to her adult relationships and that it allowed others to mistreat her. Anna has come a very long way. Not only has she learned what it takes to be an empowered woman, but she also guides women around the world in living authentic and intentional lives. She has recently published a book called The Empowered Woman’s Journal that helps women like myself focus on the elements in life that truly matter… How does one leave toxic friendships and relationships and find healthier and more meaningful ones? How does one move on from years of people-pleasing and develop a life that is fulfilling and meaningful for oneself? Find out by listening to episode 55 of Soul Sessions with KK. —————————————————— •You can find Anna on https://www.Instagram.com/anna_sherman_psychotherapist or her website www.AnnaShermanRP.com •You can purchase her book The Empowered Woman’s Journal on https://www.amazon.com/Empowered-Womans-Journal-therapeutic-intentional/dp/B09JF1VCZW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=32YY1775Z9B34&keywords=empowered+women+journal&qid=1640141763&sprefix=empowered+women+journal%2Caps%2C55&sr=8-3 •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

We used to hear “Don’t talk to strangers. Never go into a strangers car. Don’t get candy from a stranger”. Nowadays, the danger with strangers is not so much in the playground, but in your very own home. In episode 54, I sit down with Rahel Bayar to discuss Online predatory behavior. But something interesting I learned is that online sexual abuse can happen not only from strangers but also from people your children know or even strangers POSING as people your children know. As a former sex crimes and child abuse prosecutor and a speaker and consultant on Abuse and Harassment Prevention, Rahel makes it very clear that Yes. It can happen to your child. But before you start panicking, Rahel assures us that with the right attitude and mindset, there is always room to make our kids safer. This is a conversation that you don’t want to miss and will encourage you to start having these conversations with your own kids. Enjoy the show! ————————————————————— •You can find Rahel on https://www.Instagram.com/Rahel.Bayar Or on www.theBayargroup.com •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

There are trending topics and then there are topics that must be spoken about at all times. Child sexual abuse is one of them. Meet Asher Lovy from Za’akah. Since 2012, Za’akah has been at the forefront of the fight against child sexual abuse in the Orthodox Jewish Community, EDUCATING people about child sexual abuse, securing JUSTICE for survivors, and working to prevent child sexual abuse in our communities. Asher talks to me about abuse prevention and seeking justice for survivors. We also speak in depth about how abuse starts, what kind of culture and circumstances allow sexual abuse to happen, and what we can do as a community to not only prevent it from happening but also the kind of environment we should be fostering for our children to feel safe. While many people feel uncomfortable around this subject and prefer not to talk about it, that is exactly why I WANT to talk about it. Pretending that our communities don’t have any issues and denying that child sexual abuse happens doesn’t shoo the problem away, but only feeds it more. I highly encourage you to listen to this interview with an open mind and to reach out to Za’akah if you or anyone you know has experienced child sexual abuse. You can find them at Zaakah.org or call them at 1888-492-2524. Enjoy the show! •You can find Za’akah on https://www.Instagram.com/zaakahny or Asher Lovy on Twitter https://twitter.com/hareianiblog?s=21 •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

Due to popular demand, I am re-releasing my first ever podcast episode! I sit down with Liba Yoffe to talk about our shared experience of having a daughter with Alopecia, a hair-loss condition. Dealing with this type of situation was challenging AF, but we both learned how to accept it and we talk about why we and our daughters are better off that way! Get ready for a truly beautiful and heart warming conversation!

What do you do when life knocks you down? Do you become a rubber ball, a cement ball, or a glass ball? Meet my dear friend Rena Gombo, certified Mental Health Counselor and Child Specialist. She sits down with me to talk about what it means to be resilient and it somewhat has to do with rubber, glass, and cement. You’ll see what I mean when you listen to the episode… Rena explains why she became a mental health counselor and shares her experience battling breast cancer. She was diagnosed eight years ago and it continues to impact her life and the lives of those around her. This interview was recorded and is being released during a challenging time in my life, but it gave me the life force and Chizuk I needed to continue going on. Thank you Rena Gombo for inspiring me with your strength and hopeful attitude. I know that your story will inspire others. This show is dedicated in the merit of the speedy and complete recovery of my mom Rachel bat Chana and my friend Rachel bat Liora. Enjoy the show. •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

It’s never been easy being single in our society. Add being an Orthodox Jew to the mix and the struggles seem to be even more challenging. In episode 51, I sit down with my friend Zahava Moskowitz and we talk about what it’s really like to be single in a Jewish community. While we speak about the various challenges and pressures, we also talk about how we can collectively make the experience easier and better for Jewish singles. Zahava has a podcast called “Singled Out” that discusses a variety of topics about Single-hood from egg-freezing, financial burdens, religious Development, and much more! Zahava provides an incredible resource of information as well as support and guidance for anyone trying to navigate the Jewish single scene. While this episode provides validation and support for single men and women, it is also a wake up call for everyone else. What can we do to help our single friends? What are some of the ways we can change the way we think about being single and being in a relationship? Find out by listening to the latest episode with Zahava Moskowitz. Enjoy! —————————————————- •You can find Zahava on https://www.Instagram.com/singledout613 •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

Kicking off a new season of 𝚂𝚘𝚞𝚕 𝚂𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝙺𝙺! How does our childhood affect our marriages , friendships, and other adult relationships? In Season 7, episode 50, I sit down with Robin Gutman @robingutman_lpc and we speak about childhood “trauma”. Trauma has been a buzzword lately but Robin defines what it actually means and how it can affect us as adults. 💜 While a parent has tremendous influence over a child, the child’s outcome is not set in stone. Robin talks about the importance on “working on yourself” and it’s surprisingly not what you may think. And what if you never had the opportunity to work on yourself? It’s never too late. 💜 Robin is a trauma trained clinician who assists people in effectively addressing problems associated with trauma. She enjoys helping people enhance their sense of self worth, establishing healthy boundaries and healthy relationships. 💜 Robin encourages us not only to dig deep and develop self-awareness, but to take action! This show is empowering and enlightening! Enjoy! ————————————————————— •You can find Robin on https://www.Instagram.com/robingutman_lpc •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]

I sit down with the Hubster again and we speak about many topics including patriotism or the lack thereof, the state of America and NYC, Antisemitism, and the concept of Evil in the world. I am excited to announce that my husband Ben and his friend Benzi have created a podcast of their own: Judaism Demystified (A Podcast for the Perplexed). https://open.spotify.com/show/0M0ZJBs1MOvvi1IeU2HQIn?si=zWECddOsRlqcYmwqAWWK_w&dl_branch=1 Follow them on Instagram @judaism.demystified!

We often have a picture in our head of what a person with an eating disorder looks like. Or we think that there must have been something external that contributed to the eating disorder. 💜 Barbara Schiffer @asoberjewishgirl proves otherwise. She grew up in a “normal” home where there was no body shaming nor any comments about food. Barbara takes us inside her complicated internal world and shows us that many of her issues stemmed from having an addictive personality. 💜 How did a simple and harmless diet turn into a full blown eating disorder? Does one ever fully recover? Barbara takes us along her bumpy ride of her eating disorder, rehab, and sobriety. 💜 I challenge you to listen to this interview with an open mind and an open heart. Barbara may not dress or observe like you but she is still a Jew who believes in God and the Torah. 💜 *Reminder: If you or anyone you know might be suffering from an eating disorder, please get immediate help. ———————————————————- •You can find Barbara on https://www.Instagram.com/asoberjewishgirl. •This episode can also be found on https://linktr.ee/coach.kk. •If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the SUBSCRIBE button, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE with people who would be interested! Also please feel free to REACH OUT with feedback and questions! I truly appreciate it ❤️. *To find out more about what I do, you can find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.kk/. Email: [email protected]