The Struggle

Yossi Gestetner is a media, political, and business strategist known for his direct, no-nonsense approach and outspoken defense against antisemitism and media bias. With a background in public relations and consulting, he advises campaigns, businesses, and community leaders on strategic communication and outreach. Gestetner frequently appears in media to discuss issues related to faith, politics,...

Tziv Tishler is a trauma-informed therapist with a passion for deep healing and transformation. Specializing in EMDR and integrative trauma work, Eric helps others reconnect with their authentic selves by guiding them through the hard, honest process of inner work. His approach is rooted in presence, compassion, and truth — drawing not only from clinical training but from his own lived journey thr...

Devora Boroosan is a renowned marriage and intimacy coach with over 35 years of experience guiding women and couples toward deeper connection, emotional healing, and vibrant relationships. Blending Torah wisdom with real-world tools, Devora brings clarity, warmth, and humor to some of the most sensitive and sacred topics in marriage. She’s a certified trauma-informed coach, speaker, and longtime r...

Rav DovBer Pinson is a renowned Rabbi, scholar, and spiritual mentor, known for his teachings in both the revealed and mystical dimensions of Torah. He has authored over 60 books—many translated into multiple languages—and has inspired thousands worldwide through his lectures and writings on consciousness, meditation, and Jewish spirituality, making profound wisdom both accessible and transformati...

00:00 – Intro 00:10 – #1 The narcissist will never change 01:29 – #2 The narcissist is not interested in learning anything 03:03 – #3 The narcissist will never be satisfied with you 04:07 – #4 The narcissist will never get impressed with anything 04:55 – #5 The narcissist does not trust 05:59 – #6 The narcissist will always hate you 06:39 – #7 The narcissist is always on high alert 07:17 – #8 The...

Tanya Rosen is the founder of Nutrition by Tanya, a premier nutrition and wellness company with locations in New York, New Jersey, and Israel. A certified nutritionist, personal trainer, and life coach with a master’s degree from Brooklyn College, Tanya brings 16 years of expertise in designing personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. Renowned for her positive, non-judgmental approach and streng...

Daniel Yaniv is a respected divorce and family law attorney and the founder of Yaniv & Associates, PC, with offices in New York and New Jersey. His firm has handled over 10,000 uncontested divorce cases and is known for offering affordable, efficient, and client-focused service. Before starting his own practice, Yaniv developed an innovative online platform to simplify the divorce process. Rec...

Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak (YY) Jacobson is a world-renowned Chabad rabbi, scholar, and speaker based in Monsey, New York. Known for his profound insights into Torah, Jewish mysticism, and contemporary issues, he captivates audiences globally with his humor, wisdom, and relatable storytelling. As the founder and dean of TheYeshiva.net, Rabbi Jacobson teaches one of the largest online Torah classes, insp...

 Shlomi Levi, a master hypnotherapist and life coach based in the heart of Paris! With over 15 years of experience in communication and helping others, Shlomi has transformed countless lives through his expertise in hypnosis, neuro-coaching, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Passionate about neuroscience, he combines cutting-edge techniques to help clients overcome addictions, phobias, stress...

Hey everyone, I’m Joe Farkas, and welcome back to my podcast! This is Episode 2 of my solo journey exploring narcissism, and I’m thrilled you’re here. In today’s episode, I’m diving into codependency—those traits and behaviors that often get tangled up with narcissistic relationships. Whether you know the term or you’re just curious, I’ll break down what codependency is, how it shows up, and why i...

Reb Motta Frank is a respected rabbi and spiritual leader in the Jewish community, a third-generation Breslov descendant with a unique legacy as one of the first to pilgrimage to Uman, Ukraine, for Rosh Hashanah at Rebbe Nachman’s resting place—a tradition now globally renowned. Rooted in Breslov Hasidism, he delivers insightful Torah teachings, fostering deep connection and devotion among followe...

Rabbi Shea Hecht, a renowned cult buster and author of Confessions of a Jewish Cultbuster, has spent decades rescuing Jewish youth from manipulative cults. His book—first published in 1985 and recently updated—shares gripping deprogramming stories and exposes tactics of groups like missionaries and modern cults, offering tools to combat them. Born to Rabbi Jacob J. Hecht and Rebbetzin Chave Hecht,...

Rabbi Aaron Spivak is the rabbi of KBY. Rabbi Spivak is a native of Monsey and has been a rebbi in local yeshivos for many years as well as being a licensed therapist. During his career in education over the last 20 years, he has developed a passion for giving his students the technical skills needed to succeed in academic Torah learning, while at the same time facilitating their love for Hashem a...

Rabbi Manis Friedman is world-renowned author, lecturer, and YouTube’s most popular rabbi! As the dean of Bais Chana Institute of Jewish Studies and host of the acclaimed 'Torah Forum,' Rabbi Friedman brings ancient wisdom to modern life. With over 500,000 YouTube subscribers and over 100,000,000 million view, his insights on relationships, spirituality, and purpose inspire audiences globally. Don...

Hey, welcome to my first solo podcast! I’m Joe Farkas, a certified life coach and narcissist specialist, and I’m so excited to kick things off by diving into narcissism and my story. You might know me from Instagram  ( https://www.instagram.com/narcissistic_torture/ )  where I’ve been lucky to connect with over 30,000 of you amazing folks. I also host "The Struggle" podcast, sharing encouragement...

Sony Perlman is an addiction counselor and therapist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in all types of addictions. He is the Clinical Director of Our Village and is deeply involved with Our Place, a sober living community with over seven locations, where he helps individuals in recovery rebuild their lives through tailored counseling and evidence-based therapies. Additionally, he host...

00:00 – Intro 00:44 – About R’ Simon 08:37 – Algemeiner journal, Satmer vs Chabad 12:46 – Inner environment vs Outer environment 15:05 – Lubavitcher Rebbe’s level of confidence  17:45 – Struggling with belief (emunah) 23:39 – Finding meaning in struggles  31:12  – Finding meaning in marriage and dating  38:32 – Discussing substance abuse and addictions  45:07 – Discussing psycodelic experiences  5...

Shloime Ehrlich is a rabbi, educator, and community leader in the Orthodox Jewish community, recognized for supporting struggling youth. He founded Bnos NY, a program offering a nurturing environment for teenage girls facing challenges, and contributes to Kesher Nafshi, delivering talks on resilience and support for individuals and families. He also specializes in couples counseling and marriage,...