The Attached Life

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By: Yakov Danishefsky

The Attached Life podcast is focused on recentering our lives around our most important relationships. Our content offers education, inspiration, and guidance for enhancing connection and fulfillment. Rabbi Yakov Danishefsky LCSW CSAT is the founder of Mind Body Therapy, a private group practice in Chicago. He is the author of a new book, Attached. Please contact us with questions and comments, or to be added to our WhatsApp lists. Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 773-888-2413

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Chayey Sarah @ Fischer’s: Finding Stability in The Ancient Future of the Jewish People
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Today at 8:15 AM

Chayey Sarah @ Fischer’s: Finding Stability in The Ancient Future of the Jewish People


Chayey Sarah: Losing and Finding Innocence
Chayey Sarah: Losing and Finding Innocence episode artwork
Today at 6:35 AM

Chayey Sarah: Losing and Finding Innocence


Parshas Vayera: How to Greet All of Life’s Visitors
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Last Friday at 12:00 AM

Parshas Vayera: How to Greet All of Life’s Visitors


Parsha Shiur @ Fischer’s: Hachnasas Orchim to Your Inner Visitors
Parsha Shiur @ Fischer’s: Hachnasas Orchim to Your Inner Visitors episode artwork
10/29/2026

Parsha Shiur @ Fischer’s: Hachnasas Orchim to Your Inner Visitors


Gemarah Chabura: Yagata U’Matzasah(1)
Gemarah Chabura: Yagata U’Matzasah(1) episode artwork
10/29/2026

Gemarah Chabura: Yagata U’Matzasah(1)


Parshas Lech Lecha: So You Want to be Like Gd?
Parshas Lech Lecha: So You Want to be Like Gd? episode artwork
10/22/2026

Parshas Lech Lecha: So You Want to be Like Gd?


Leil Shishi @ Shaalvim: Building a Teivah to Believe in Your Teivah
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10/15/2026

Leil Shishi @ Shaalvim: Building a Teivah to Believe in Your Teivah


Parshas Noach: The Choice of Inner Peace and it’s Benefits
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10/15/2026

Parshas Noach: The Choice of Inner Peace and it’s Benefits


Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 4 @Nishmas Mishkafayim
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09/17/2026

Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 4 @Nishmas Mishkafayim


Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 3 @Nishmas Mishkafayim
Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 3 @Nishmas Mishkafayim episode artwork
09/10/2026

Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 3 @Nishmas Mishkafayim


Pre-Selichos @Nekuda Tovah
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09/06/2026

Pre-Selichos @Nekuda Tovah


Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 2 @Nishmas Mishkafayim
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09/03/2026

Hachanah for Yomim Noraim pt. 2 @Nishmas Mishkafayim


Chai Elul @Nishmas Mishkafayim
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08/31/2026

Chai Elul @Nishmas Mishkafayim


Healing our Hidden Pain @Beit Binyamin Event
Healing our Hidden Pain @Beit Binyamin Event episode artwork
08/31/2026

Healing our Hidden Pain @Beit Binyamin Event


Hachanah for Yomim Noraim
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08/27/2026

part 1 at Nishmas Mishkafayim


A Roadmap to Meaningful Marriage
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07/21/2026

(at Nshei Chabad)


Advisors Melave Malka
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05/07/2026

From NCSY Staff Training


An Old New Approach to Dveikus
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05/07/2026

NCSY Summer Session - Program Directors


Geulah, Now! - With R' Joey Rosenfeld
Geulah, Now! - With R' Joey Rosenfeld episode artwork
03/18/2026

Geulah, Now! - With R' Joey Rosenfeld


What Do You Really Need - With R' Shlomo Katz
What Do You  Really Need - With R' Shlomo Katz episode artwork
03/18/2026

What Do You Really Need - With R' Shlomo Katz


The Constriction of Self Doubt - R' Dovidl Weinberg
The Constriction of Self Doubt - R' Dovidl Weinberg episode artwork
03/18/2026

The Constriction of Self Doubt - R' Dovidl Weinberg


Check Your Pulse - With R' Judah Mischel
Check Your Pulse - With R' Judah Mischel episode artwork
03/18/2026

Haggadah Conversation - With R' Judah Mischel


Shidduch Dating is So Hard - Live Therapy Session
Shidduch Dating is So Hard - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
09/18/2025

In this episode of the Attached Life Podcast, part of the 'In the Beginning' series, the host engages in a sensitive and deep conversation with a caller struggling with dating anxiety. The episode, released around Rosh Hashanah, focuses on the themes of new beginnings and self-reflection. The caller shares her feelings of betrayal and doubt stemming from a difficult past relationship, her complex relationship with her parents, and her struggles with self-trust. The conversation reveals the significance of self-forgiveness and understanding one's own emotional responses. The episode aims to offer listeners a profound perspective on dealing with personal challenges...


I'm Too Hard on Myself - Live Therapy Session
I'm Too Hard on Myself - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
08/23/2025

This live therapy session discussed a person's challenges in spiritual and personal growth. How it affects their everyday lives and the innnate desire humans have to want to develop.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed accordingly. You can get an appointment in Yakov's private practice here

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I Don't Think I Should Have Kids - Live Therapy Session
I Don't Think I Should Have Kids - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
08/10/2025

This live therapy session jumps right into a woman's disgust and disinterest in getting married and having children. Not just on a personal level, but in regard to others and especially in her community.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed accordingly. You can get an appointment in...


My Daughter In Law Won't Talk To Me - Live Therapy Session
My Daughter In Law Won't Talk To Me - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
07/18/2025

This live therapy session delves into a dynamic between a mother and her son/daughter in law. She shares her perspective and we go deep into the underlying emotions and nuances.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed accordingly. You can get an appointment in Yakov's private practice...


My Daughter In Law Won't Talk To Me
My Daughter In Law Won't Talk To Me episode artwork
07/17/2025

This live therapy session delves into a dynamic between a mother and her son/daughter in law. She shares her perspective and we go deep into the underlying emotions and nuances.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed accordingly. You can get an appointment in Yakov's private practice...


Why Don’t I Feel More? - Live Therapy Session
Why Don’t I Feel More? - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
06/18/2025

This live therapy session delves into a struggle many are feeling since October 7th. The jewish people has suffered tremendous losses throughout the past year and a half and it's difficult to cope. Listen in to how one person deals with the pain the jewish people are feeling currently.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for...


Beneath the Mask - Live Therapy Session
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05/14/2025

In this emotionally charged episode, our guest opens up about their intense journey through life’s highs and lows, sharing candid reflections on mental health, therapy, and the pursuit of inner balance. They delve into their struggles with complex trauma, the long-lasting impact of family dynamics, and their ongoing quest for clarity and connection.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no...


Why Am I Still Struggling With This Addiction? - Live Therapy Session
Why Am I Still Struggling With This Addiction? - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
04/30/2025

This episode is a therapy session with an individual struggling with addiction and grief. He has done a lot of inner work and is eager to find the root of his issues. We come to a significant breakthrough in this episode, we hope you enjoy!

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious...


My House is So Gloomy - Live Therapy Session
My House is So Gloomy - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
04/25/2025

This episode is a therapy session with an individual facing challenges due to his mother's cancer diagnosis. In the episode Yakov delves into the root of the challenges and disxocers something prior to all of this, which is causing his struggles.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed...


Are We in Trouble? - Live Therapy Session
Are We in Trouble? - Live Therapy Session episode artwork
04/10/2025

This episode is a therapy session with a newlywed couple who are experiencing challenges due to their differences. Join us for the journey to see the issues addressed, how Yakov approached the issues and tried to help the clients.

In the Beginning - Live Therapy Sessions. Real People. Real Stories.

This series consists of real therapy sessions with Yakov Danishefsky LCSW. The voices have been altered to keep the clients' identity anonymous.

Please note that this is in no way a replacement for therapy and any serious emotions should be addressed accordingly. You...


I'm Not a Feelings Guy - Jonathan's Story
I'm Not a Feelings Guy - Jonathan's Story episode artwork
02/24/2025

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Feelings

00:42 Introducing Jonathan's Story

01:54 Exploring Jonathan's Emotions

02:47 The Feelings Wheel Exercise

08:40 Jonathan's Childhood and Emotional Shutdown

12:10 The Impact of Emotional Shutdown

19:22 The Importance of Emotions

27:30 Jonathan's Path to Emotional Healing

28:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Why Is My Wife So Nasty To Me? - Yehuda's Story
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01/08/2025

00:00 Introduction

01:08 Introducing Yehuda's Story

01:48 Yehuda's Perception of Negativity

09:08 Exploring Yehuda's Past

18:48 Understanding the Freeze Response

25:04 Connecting with Positive Resources

34:21 Final Reflections and Themes

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A Couple's Firsthand Journey With Sex Addiction - Moshe & Yael's Story
A Couple's Firsthand Journey With Sex Addiction - Moshe & Yael's Story episode artwork
12/10/2024

This is an episode with a couple who courageously shares their real story dealing with sex addiction. Their voices have been altered to maintain their anonymity.

00:00 Explicit Content Warning

00:50 Introduction to the Stories of Healing Series

01:09 A Unique Episode: Live Interview with a Couple

03:16 Discussing Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma

05:17 Yael's Experience: Discovery and Disclosure

15:01 Moshe's Perspective: Realization and Admission

23:02 The Impact of Emotional Neglect and Trauma

29:20 Yael's Background: Shame and Childhood Trauma

32:26 Early Years of Marriage

32:54 Struggles with...


Hurting or Healing? - Shimon & Leah's Story
Hurting or Healing? - Shimon & Leah's Story episode artwork
11/14/2024

Understanding the Dynamics of a Troubled Marriage: Shimon and Leah's Journey

In this episode of the Attached Life Podcast's Stories of Healing series, the focus is on the complex relationship between a seemingly perfect couple, Shimon and Leah. Despite their outward appearance of success and stability, Leah's frustrations with Shimon's drinking problem and Shimon's feelings of inadequacy create a tumultuous dynamic. The script delves into their weekly patterns, unraveling how Shimon's unpredictability exacerbates Leah's need for stability, while Leah's criticism amplifies Shimon's need for respect. The transformative session highlights the importance of understanding each other's backgrounds, emotional...


Heart Stomach - Guided Meditation
Heart Stomach - Guided Meditation episode artwork
10/08/2024

Heart Stomach - Guided Meditation


Emotional Disconnect - Sarah's Story
Emotional Disconnect - Sarah's Story episode artwork
09/24/2024

Understanding Emotional Disconnect in Relationships: Sarah's Story

In this episode of the Attached Life Podcast's Stories of Healing series, we delve into the complex, yet relatable story of 'Sarah,' a composite character based on many real conversations. The episode explores Sarah's deep emotional growth and her struggle with feeling isolated due to her husband's emotional and spiritual disconnect. Listeners will gain insights into understanding emotional safety, gender differences in emotional expression, and how to support a partner without pressure. The episode offers practical advice for creating a safe and accepting environment to foster deeper emotional connections.<...


Body Awareness - Guided Meditation
Body Awareness - Guided Meditation episode artwork
09/18/2024

Mindful Body Scan for Stress Relief

In this episode of Yishuv Hadass daily, the host guides listeners through a brief body scan exercise to identify and alleviate physical tension and stress. By focusing the mind's eye on stressed areas and using gentle, supportive touch and breathing techniques, listeners can promote relaxation and mindfulness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Body Scan

00:59 Identifying and Addressing Tension

01:39 Breathing and Releasing Tension

01:59 Conclusion and Gratitude


Suppressed Emotions - David's Story
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08/27/2024

Navigating Inner Conflict: David's Journey to Healing

In this 'Stories of Healing' episode of the Attached Life Podcast, we explore the journey of David, a 38-year-old man struggling with his emotions and relationships. David's wife pushed him to seek therapy due to his frequent gaslighting, intense anger, and emotional neglect. The episode delves into his therapy sessions, where it's revealed that David undermines his own emotions similarly to how he dismisses his wife's feelings. This behavior is traced back to his childhood experiences where his feelings were invalidated. Through inner child work and imaginative exercises, David begins...