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Speaking of WritersSpeaking of WritersJessie Asya Kanzer -Unlocking Your Inner ZelenskyAward-winning author Jessie Kanzer's UNLOCKING YOUR INNER ZELENSKY: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader , draws on Volodymyr Zelensky's words and actions to show how to improve how we lead, and how we live.   Early praise and more info are below, and a list of possible interview/discussion questions is attached. Jessie Kanzer, a half-Ukrainian child of the USSR who had a small part in Zelensky’s first major film, sees Zelensky as "a spiritual leader for our times."  As a native Russian speaker (like Zelensky himself), she picks up on the deep philosophical ramificatio...2024-02-0113 minLife, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy RobbinsLife, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy RobbinsSpiritual Leadership with Jessie KanzerA man of peace will only use a weapon when it's his last resort and Ukraine's President Vladimir Zelensky has been that man. Zelensky’s rise from a comedian to a symbol of national resilience illustrates the unexpected ways ordinary people can rise to meet extraordinary challenges. Jessie shares insights from her book, "Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky," unveiling how embracing our individual ordinariness can lead to remarkable transformation—both within ourselves and as a society. Jessie Kanzer, an award-winning author with profound ties to Ukraine. Jessie brings to the table an intriguing discussion on vulnerability, lead...2023-12-2434 minGuy\'s Guy Radio with Robert ManniGuy's Guy Radio with Robert Manni#595 Reporter, Actress and Author Jessie KanzerJessie Kanzer, a half-Ukrainian child of the USSR who had a small part in Volodymyr Zelensky’s first major film, sees Zelensky as "a spiritual leader for our times." As a native Russian speaker (like Zelensky himself), she picks up on the deep philosophical ramifications behind his words. Her new book, UNLOCKING YOUR INNER ZELENSKY: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader, shares life lessons drawn from Zelensky's words and actions that are profound yet accessible, and are more about starting where you are than about war. Join Robert Manni, author of The Guys' Guy's Guide To Love as...2023-12-2155 minTales of LeadershipTales of Leadership#65 Jesse Kanzer - Best Selling Author of Unlocking Your Inner ZelenskyJessie Kanzer is the award-winning author of Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING and Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky. She was born in the Soviet Union and left at age eight. A former reporter and actress, she once found herself on the set of a Zelensky film and has been following his story ever since. Kanzer’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, USA Today, the Washington Post, and many other publications. She's been interviewed on podcasts and TV programs across the country. She lives with her husband, two daughters, and two cats in Dobbs Ferry, NY....2023-12-181h 13Your Library on the Go With Free AudiobookYour Library on the Go With Free AudiobookUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Audiobook by Jessie Asya KanzerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 700829 Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Length: 06:24:00 Language: English Release date: 10-24-23 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Genres: Biography & Memoir, Self Development, Law & Politics, Health & Wellness, Political Ideologies Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner...2023-10-256h 24Experience An Inspiring Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Experience An Inspiring Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer sees Zelensky as...2023-10-246h 24Start An Transformative Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Start An Transformative Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer sees...2023-10-246h 24Download High-Quality Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsDownload High-Quality Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer sees Zelensky...2023-10-2405 minDownload High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsDownload High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer sees Zelensky as...2023-10-246h 24Listen to Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsListen to Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer...2023-10-2405 minListen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsListen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/700829to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Natalia Payne Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 24 minutes Release date: October 24, 2023 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus conversation between the author and editor. Volodymyr Zelensky captivated the world when his country was invaded by Russia in February 2022. His appearances were accompanied by countless inspiring statements. But there's a single one that informs Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: 'We are all simple people.' Jessie Kanzer sees...2023-10-246h 24Change Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeChange Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky with Jessie KanzerJessie Kanzer has been on this podcast before with her book on the Tao Te Ching. In fact, we did an event together earlier this year on that same topic. She is a great author and so fun to speak with. Her latest book comes out this week. It’s called Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky. She was inspired by her own connections to the president of Ukraine, including being in a movie with him. You’ll get to hear more about that in this episode. She uses his life as an example of spiritual concepts that we can all use...2023-10-221h 08Angels and AwakeningAngels and AwakeningCreating A Peace-Filled New Earth Amidst Turbulent Times with Jessie KanzerHello beautiful souls! Welcome to a powerful and timely episode as we welcome our guest Jessie Kanzer as she shares lessons and insights alongside her new book Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky. Besides drawing parallels between her own journey and that of Volodymyr Zelenksyy, Jessie also repeats the Ukrainian president’s messages of hope amidst conflict. As there is another burst of negativity in the world we urge everyone to raise our collective vibrations for global betterment. This is an episode about resilience, hope, and the transformative power within us all.   To learn more about Jessie Kan...2023-10-1957 minThe Mojo SessionsThe Mojo SessionsJessie Kanzer - Zelensky Through the Eyes of a RefugeeJessie Kanzer, author of 'Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING' and the newly released 'Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky', was born in the Soviet Union as Asya Bronfman, a descendant of Holocaust survivors. As an 8-year-old refugee in the USA who only spoke Russian, Jessie (or “Asya” then) yearned to fit in, changing her name and much about herself. Experiencing depression and an eating disorder, Jessie pursued Hollywood fame, men, and the American Dream but always fell short. We discuss her refugee experience and her latest book on Volodymyr Zelensky. Kanzer’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, USA Toda...2023-10-051h 12The Hard Way With Joe De SenaThe Hard Way With Joe De SenaUnlocking Your Inner Zelensky | Jessie KanzerJessie Kanzer, author of UNLOCKING YOUR INNER ZELENSKY shares profound life lessons drawn from Volodymyr Zelensky's words and actions, and shows us how we too can access our Inner Zelensky to improve how we lead, conduct ourselves, and how we live. Jessie Kanzer, a half-Ukrainian child of the USSR who had a small part in Zelensky’s first major film, sees Zelensky as "a spiritual leader for our times." Joe sits down with her to discover what we can do to become better leaders.   For those interested in the book please visit: https://us.macmillan.com...2023-10-0325 minGaia SpeaksGaia SpeaksEp 7 - Healing, Chilling, and Living with Jessie KanzerJessie Asya Kanzer, award-winning author of Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching, sits with our founder, Maria Marshall, to discuss healing from childhood traumas, the lessons she learned, and a further look into the Tao Te Ching philosophy.  She'll also share a sneak peek into her new book and inspiration for:Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky: Lessons We Can All Learn from an Unexpected Leader. You don't want to miss this conversation!2023-03-1033 minTransformation Starts Today with Dr. Jamil SayeghTransformation Starts Today with Dr. Jamil SayeghEp #35: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching - Jessie KanzerYou're alright. Exactly as you are. Mess and all. You're going to love Episode 35 of the 'Transformation Starts Today' podcast with Jessie Kanzer! Here's some background about Jessie: JESSIE ASYA KANZER is author of the award-winning book Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching. Jessie was born in the Soviet Union, where her family had suffered for generations. She escaped at the age of eight and eventually settled in Brooklyn. A former reporter and actress, Jessie’s writing has appeared in USA Today, Washington Post...2023-02-211h 22Transformation Starts Today with Dr. Jamil SayeghTransformation Starts Today with Dr. Jamil SayeghEp #35: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching - Jessie KanzerYou're alright. Exactly as you are. Mess and all. You're going to love Episode 35 of the 'Transformation Starts Today' podcast with Jessie Kanzer! Here's some background about Jessie: JESSIE ASYA KANZER is author of the award-winning book Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching. Jessie was born in the Soviet Union, where her family had suffered for generations. She escaped at the age of eight and eventually settled in Brooklyn. A former reporter and actress, Jessie’s writing has appeared in USA Today, Washington Post...2023-02-211h 22Conscious Dating and Relationships with Dr.TranquilityConscious Dating and Relationships with Dr.TranquilityDr.Tranquility sits down with Gregory D & Jessie KanzerWe sit down with popular dating coach and expert Gregory D of @limitlessperceptions & @JessieKanzer to discuss dating and relationships. Jessie K also applies her best selling book ‘Don’t Just Sit There Do Nothing’ to relationships.2023-01-1729 minThe Mindful ExperimentThe Mindful ExperimentEP#425 - Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING with Guest: Jessie Asya Kanzer In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jessie Asia Kanzer. We discussed about something that is very dear to me and I have studied on and off for the past 19 years of my life, “Tao Te Ching.” The Tao Te Ching was written over 2500 years ago by a very evolved soul named, “Lao Tzu.” If you have been listening to my podcast over the years or even read my books, you have heard me discuss the importance of Lao Tzu and the work he has shared with humanity that has changed...2022-11-1835 minThe Mindful Experiment PodcastThe Mindful Experiment PodcastEP#425 - Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING with Guest: Jessie Asya KanzerIn this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jessie Asia Kanzer.  We discussed about something that is very dear to me and I have studied on and off for the past 19 years of my life, “Tao Te Ching.” The Tao Te Ching was written over 2500 years ago by a very evolved soul named, “Lao Tzu.” If you have been listening to my podcast over the years or even read my books, you have heard me discuss the importance of Lao Tzu and the work he has shared with humanity that has changed...2022-11-1835 minStrut It: Bold Visibility through Instagram MarketingStrut It: Bold Visibility through Instagram MarketingDo Less to Receive More with Jessie KanzerIn a culture that insists on constant motion and self-improvement, the Tao Te Ching’s philosophy reminds us that there’s power in slowing down and making room for stillness in our lives. Today I sit down to talk with Jessie Kanzer, the author of "Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING " which offers practical, actionable insights on incorporating the Tao's wisdom into your everyday life.We dish on what the Tao can teach us about entrepreneurship, parenting and living a full life without the hustle. Connect with our guest, Jessie Kanzer2022-10-2440 minMystic LoungeMystic LoungeLiving with the Tao Te Ching | Finding Our Path and Healing with Jessie Asya KanzerJoining me is the author of “Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing”, Jessie Asya Kanzer. Jessie was born in the Soviet Union as Asya Bronfman, a descendant of Holocaust survivors living in a communal apartment with four households, one toilet, and a rickety old bathtub in the middle of the kitchen. Her family sought asylum in the U.S., and after awaiting their fate in Austria and Italy, they finally made it to Brooklyn in 1989. As an 8-year-old refugee who only spoke Russian, Jessie (or “Asya” then) yearned to fit in. She changed her name and much about hers...2022-10-1457 minMoms Don\'t Have Time to Move and ShakeMoms Don't Have Time to Move and ShakeThe Weight is Not The WeightJessie Kanzer, spiritual teacher and award-winning author of "Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING," looks at our issues with food from a spiritual angle. After struggling with disordered eating and bulimia for a decade, Jessie experienced an awakening that took her beyond the physical. Now she brings all she's learned to the very tangible everyday struggles of motherhood and womanhood in the modern world. She helps us all feel lighter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2025 minSovereign Self ShowSovereign Self Show#208 Tao Te Ching with Jessie KanzerJessie Asya Kanzer was born in the Soviet Union. At the age of eight, she emigrated with her family to Brooklyn. She is a writer and former reporter and actress. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper. Jessie lives with her two daughters and husband in Dobbs Ferry, NY. Her book, DON’T JUST SIT THERE, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling & Living with the Tao Te Ching, is the first work ever to apply th...2022-09-0737 minSense of SoulSense of SoulDon’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHINGToday on Sense of Soul we have, Jessie Asya Kanzer, she is a speaker, writer, former reporter and actress. Jessie was born in the Soviet Union and at the age of eight, she emigrated with her family to NY where she lives today with her two daughters and husband.  Jessie joined us to tell us all about her new book “Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING, Healing, Chilling and Living with the Tao Te Ching.” For years, Jessie felt like a failure, unable to hustle hard enough to “make it,” either as an actress or in the r...2022-08-1956 minLife, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy RobbinsLife, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy RobbinsHow to Do Nothing with Jessie KanzerHOW TO DO NOTHING with JESSIE KANZER     “The Tao is simple… It is our human nature, I think, to complicate things where they need not be complicated.” – Jessie Kanzer       Episode Summary:   Does life seem more hectic than it was even before the pandemic?   Today we talk with Jessie Asya Kanzer, whose story begins as an child refugee from the Soviet Union seeking asylum in the US with her family. A descendant of Holocaust survivors living in a communal apartm...2022-07-1447 min60 Mindful Minutes60 Mindful MinutesThe Power in Slowing Down with Jessie Asya Kanzer  When we can take a step back from our culture of constant motion and self-improvement, we may start to see the power in slowing down and making room for stillness in our lives. In her new book, Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing, author Jessie Asya Kanzer shares her experience of using the Tao Te Ching to ground her life in intuition, and insight. The result is practical actionable insights on incorporating simple wisdom into the everyday living of life. For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode181 Guest Bio...2022-05-3153 min60 Mindful Minutes60 Mindful MinutesThe Power in Slowing Down with Jessie Asya Kanzer  When we can take a step back from our culture of constant motion and self-improvement, we may start to see the power in slowing down and making room for stillness in our lives. In her new book, Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing, author Jessie Asya Kanzer shares her experience of using the Tao Te Ching to ground her life in intuition, and insight. The result is practical actionable insights on incorporating simple wisdom into the everyday living of life. For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode181 Guest Bio...2022-05-3153 minSustainable MinimalistsSustainable MinimalistsMental MinimalismWhile minimalism may sometimes seem trendy, the reality is that the lifestyle has been around for centuries. Indeed, ancient philosophies touted the importance of Less Is More living as a means of finding inner peace amidst frenetic daily life. Today I speak with author Jessie Kanzer about first steps toward mental minimalism. Jessie argues that you don’t have to be a Zen master to simplify your cognitions and reduce unnecessary internal chatter; she argues too that enlightenment is about first... Read More Read MoreThe post Mental Minimalism appeared first on Sustainable Minimalists.2022-05-0326 minAngels and AwakeningAngels and AwakeningHave Faith and Take That First StepHello beautiful souls! Jessie Kanzer, author of ‘Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing’ returns to share her angel stories in today’s episode. She shares her journey of seeking asylum in the U.S. from the Soviet Union, with a dear friend who passed away. Jessie shares how he has continued to inspire, uplift, and heal her even after his passing.    If you missed it, Jessie was my guest on Monday’s episode ‘Releasing Control and Learning to Nurture Yourself.‘ You can learn more about Jessie Kanzer at her website: https://jessiekanzer.com/   N...2022-03-3128 minAngels and AwakeningAngels and AwakeningReleasing Control and Learning to Nurture Yourself - With Jessie KanzerHello beautiful souls! My guest today is Jessie Kanzer, author of ‘Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing.’ She shares her spiritual journey that took her from the Soviet Union to seeking asylum in the U.S. and the struggles she faced before rediscovering herself through the spirituality of the Tao Te Ching. Jessie teaches us the importance of blocking out the noise of the world, therefore opening ourselves to the opportunities that abound.      NOTE FROM JULIE: Jessie and I recorded this podcast before the attack on Ukraine. Jessie is a strong supporter of the Ukrainian people and was actually in a film...2022-03-2842 minEveryday WomenEveryday WomenDon't Just Sit There, Do Nothing featuring Author Jessie KanzerSend us a textOn today's episode of  #ICWTTY, I got to interview Jessie Kanzer fresh off the new release of her book Don’t Just Sit there, do nothing: Healing, Chilling, & Living with the Tao Te Ching.Jessie's work has been featured in: The Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper.This will be a great episode to hear a success story on the balance of being and doing, as well as to learn more about the...2022-03-1755 minLife. On PurposeLife. On PurposeAuthor Jessie Kanzer on Her New Book "Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING" on Using the Tao Te Ching to Perfect the Art of Doing Nothing and How it Can Offer Wisdom, Healing, and GroundingSend us a textFor years, Kanzer felt like a failure, unable to hustle hard enough to “make it,” either as an actress or in the rat race. Her childhood as a Russian immigrant in post-Cold War America heightened her insecurity and threatened her identity, desperate as she was to fit into a culture that was alien at best and hostile at worst. This loss and eventual reclamation of her sense of self sent her on a spiritual journey during which she discovered the Tao Te Ching, which changed everything for her. The Tao taught her that ther...2022-03-1459 minA Trauma Survivor Thriver\'s PodcastA Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastThe Power of Doing NothingThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 1230pm ET on Fireside Chat.Today’s guest is Best-Selling Author Jessie Kanzer. Jessie is a writer and best-selling author of “Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing.” She is also a former reporter and actress. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper as well as Authentic Insider.2022-03-1147 minThe Mindful Psychology PodcastThe Mindful Psychology Podcast117. Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing with Jessie KanzerToday we are joined by a very special guest, Jessie Kanzer, the author of Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing.  For years, Jessie felt like a failure, unable to hustle hard enough to “make it,” either as an actress or in the rat race. Her childhood as a Russian immigrant in post-Cold War America heightened her insecurity and threatened her identity, desperate as she was to fit into a culture that was alien at best and hostile at worst. This loss and eventual reclamation of her sense of self sent her on a spiritual journey during which she d...2022-03-0845 min2 Girls Talking2 Girls TalkingShe Acted with Volodymyr Zelensky. Now She Does Nothing.Meet Jessie Kanzer - modern, 21st century actress, author, essayist and mom. And a firm believer in the ancient practice of doing nothing.  You read that right:  Nothing. Jessie has led the life of a voyager, escaping from the former Soviet Union to the U.S., hitting the stage and big screen with the now President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky. Yes, THAT president.  But it wasn't until she embraced the writings of the Tao Te Ching that she found her calling. Now she's teaching others how doing nothing can move you to create something. J...2022-03-0839 minLive Happy NowLive Happy NowHow Social Media Influences Your Happiness with Jessie KanzerThroughout the month of March, we’re celebrating the International Day of Happiness and a whole month of Happy Acts. And, as part of this year’s celebration, we’re looking at the theme of unity. This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Jessie Kanzer, author of Don’t Just Sit There, Do Nothing: Healing, Chilling & Living with the Tao Te Ching. Jessie talks about social media and how we can use it to become less divided. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why social media is so addictive. How to become more mindful about what you’r...2022-03-0826 minChange Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeChange Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeLiving with the Tao with Jessie Asya KanzerJessie Asya Kanzer is the author of a brand new book called, Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling & Living with the Tao Te Ching. She is an accomplished writer with articles featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal and many other publications. Here to talk about how ancient philosophy can help us thrive in modern chaos. In this conversation, we chat about motherhood, social media and even how Dr. Wayne Dyer influenced her writing. Thank you for listening! Visit www.nadiadelacruz.com for more details about this podcast....2022-03-061h 12Satiated PodcastSatiated PodcastSatiated Episode 118: Seeking Stillness With The Tao Te Ching On The Path To Healing From An Eating DisorderHappy Satiated Saturday! I remember a time in my life when I lived across the street from a gym. This was a time when I was diving deeper into my own personal growth and healing, working with a somatic therapist, and binging regularly to try to regulate as looking at these dark things in my life was not easy. I would eat to the point of feeling so uncomfortably full I couldn't attend to or focus on anything else. Some nights, I just did not want to sit with that fullness and so I would wa...2022-03-0545 minYoga MagicYoga MagicThe Tao Te Ching: Insight for a Stressed Out World with Jessie KanzerToday on Yoga Magic, Ashley sits down with author Jessie Kanzer to discuss her new book Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling and Living with the Tao Te Ching.  Jessie is a descendent of Holocaust survivors and a refugee of the the Soviet Union. She came to the US as a young girl only speaking Russian. As she got older, her childhood trauma manifested into an eating disorder, depression and anxiety and it was at one of her lowest moments, while lying on her bedroom floor, that she looked over and saw a small book. That book h...2022-03-0348 minYoga in the Therapy Room: Tips for integrating trauma informed yogaYoga in the Therapy Room: Tips for integrating trauma informed yogaEpisode 52 Find Healing through the Tao Te Ching, with Jessie KanzerCan wisdom from the past still ring true today? Do you sometimes need help returning to your center when life gets busy? Do you know how to properly “do nothing”?MEET JESSIE KANZERAs an 8-year-old refugee who only spoke Russian, Jessie (or “Asya” then) yearned to fit in. Having arrived in America, she changed her name and much about herself. Later though, she experienced depression, an eating disorder, and all sorts of existential problems. She pursued Hollywood fame, men, and the American Dream, but always fell short - until she stopped. With the help...2022-03-0236 minThe Hard Way With Joe De SenaThe Hard Way With Joe De SenaWhen can you complain? NEVER! says tough as nails Russian grandmotherDina Kaytser, "Babushka," survived the holocaust by a twist of fate.  Her family was sent to Stalin's camps in Siberia during World War II and it saved her life. How was it, she says not that bad.  Today she offers two essential pieces of advice - Never Complain, and believe in LOVE.     She and her granddaughter, Jessie Kanzer, join Joe De Sena, founder, and CEO of Spartan, on the podcast today to talk about Putin, Ukraine, Siberia, and most important - resilience.   Dina Kanzer is the grandmother (Babushka) of author Jessie Kanzer, more about...2022-03-0121 minEnthusiastically Spiritual: Uplifting Conversations on Trust, Intuition & Spiritual PerspectivesEnthusiastically Spiritual: Uplifting Conversations on Trust, Intuition & Spiritual PerspectivesEnthusiastically Embracing the Tao Te Ching with Jessie KanzerSend us a textJessie Asya Kanzer who was born in the Soviet Union. At the age of eight, she emigrated with her family to Brooklyn. Her childhood as a Russian immigrant in post-Cold War America heightened her insecurity and threatened her identity, desperate as she was to fit into a culture that was alien at best and hostile at worst. This loss and eventual reclamation of her sense of self sent her on a spiritual journey during which she discovered the Tao Te Ching, which changed everything for her. The Tao taught her that there was...2022-03-0130 minGet Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Mindfulness & MeditationGet Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Mindfulness & MeditationDon't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching by Jessie Asya KanzerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/567536 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching Author: Jessie Asya Kanzer Narrator: Jessie Asya Kanzer Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 36 minutes Release date: March 1, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Mindfulness & Meditation Publisher's Summary: Here are forty-seven inspirational pieces that are smart, hip, accessible, and rich with insight; Jessie Asya Kanzer's bite-sized stories of struggle, triumph, and contemplation provide a quick burst of mindfulness. Each chapter begins with a verse from the Tao, followed...2022-03-0130 minBoundless Body RadioBoundless Body RadioDon't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING with Jessie Asya Kanzer! 239Send us a textJessie Asya Kanzer was born in the Soviet Union. As a descendant of Holocaust survivors living in a communal apartment with four households, one toilet, and a rickety old bathtub in the middle of the kitchen, her family sought asylum in the U.S. After awaiting their fate in Austria and Italy, they finally made it to Brooklyn in 1989. After experiencing depression, an eating disorder, and all sorts of existential problems, Jessie found the resource she needed! With the help of the Tao Te Ching she rediscovered herself and her innate...2022-02-2856 minMindset Unfiltered by Alexandra LegouixMindset Unfiltered by Alexandra LegouixS6 Ep11: Jessie Asya Kanzer - Author of 'Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing: Healing, Chilling & Living with the Tao Te Ching', on how perfecting the art of doing nothing can offer us wisdom, healing, and grounding – and possibly be the most productive thinFor years, Jessie Asya Kanzer felt like a failure, unable to “make it,” either as an actress or in the rat race. Her childhood as a Russian immigrant in post-Cold War America heightened her insecurity and threatened her identity, desperate as she was to fit into a culture that was alien at best and hostile at worst. .This loss and eventual reclamation of her sense of self sent her on a more spiritual path during which she discovered the Tao Te Ching, which changed everything for her. .The Tao taught her that there...2022-02-2857 minThe Pregnancy to Parenting Show with Elizabeth JoyThe Pregnancy to Parenting Show with Elizabeth JoyDon't Just Sit There, Do Nothing with Jessie KanzerJessie Asya Kanzer is the author of Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching — a book in which she uses ancient philosophy to help us thrive amidst our modern chaos. Jessie shares her own story of healing and spiritual awakening, as well as her very human messes, to show others how to find their power no matter where they are on their journey. As a former reporter and actress who's appeared on television programs and podcasts all over the country, she brings high energy to her workshops and speaking engagements, leading part...2022-02-281h 08The Soul Science Nutrition PodcastThe Soul Science Nutrition PodcastWhy Non Doing Is the Most Productive Thing You Can Do - Jessie Kanzer, Author, Speaker, IntuitiveEp#095 How can a book written in 400 BC be a powerful guide for how to live today?  The Tao Te Ching a classic of Chinese philosophical literature, reminds us that spending less time trying to manipulate situations, people and circumstances to get what we want  and more time aligning ourselves to the natural flow of things  is the way to a joyful existence.    The central concept is that deep self awareness when cultivated gives us the ability to have a more genuine experience of reality which gives way to making empowering choices in our lives with ease.  Today’...2022-02-2447 minThe Empowered Woman - Badass & UnfilteredThe Empowered Woman - Badass & UnfilteredS6:E7 - "Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing" Author Jessie KanzerIt was an honor to interview Jessie. Listen in to this authentic conversation about her life and her upcoming book. Jessie Asya Kanzer was born in the Soviet Union. At the age of eight, she emigrated with her family to Brooklyn. She is a writer, former reporter and actress. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper. Jessie lives with her two daughters and husband in Dobbs Ferry, NY.Jessie's Links 2022-02-2350 minStress Free SOULutions PodcastStress Free SOULutions Podcast53. Living by Tao Te Ching | Jessie Asya KanzerI am ecstatic to have an amazing author with us today, Jessie Asya Kanzer. Jessie is here to share with us what it’s like to live by the principles of Tao Te Ching! Jessie was born in the Soviet Union. At the age of eight, she immigrated with her family to Brooklyn. She is a writer, former reporter, and actress. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wallstreet Journal, the Independent New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper. Her book, Don’t Just Sit There, Do NOTHING:  Heali...2022-02-2339 minThe Hard Way With Joe De SenaThe Hard Way With Joe De SenaDo Less vs Get It Done! / Joe De Sena and Jessie KanzerThe author of "Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching" goes head to head with Spartan Race CEO and Founder Joe De Sena.  Joe's answer to everything is do more, and do it sooner. Just get it done.  Today he sits down with Jessie Kanzer to talk about the Tao Te Ching, her book and why she says sometimes it's best to do nothing.   More about Jessie Kanzer Her website https://jessiekanzer.com/ Her book https://amzn.to/3v7PeOy   Jo...2022-02-2234 minMore Human More Kind: Guidance for Parenting LGBTQ+ Teens & Growing Into a Courageous AllyMore Human More Kind: Guidance for Parenting LGBTQ+ Teens & Growing Into a Courageous Ally#56 | The Tao Te Ching Path to Self-Discovery: Courage and Guidance for LGBTQ AlliesNot many have the privilege of knowing who they are from the start.  For most of us, life is a journey of reflection and self-discovery.  Jessie Kanzer, actress and reporter turned author, joins us today to share her journey as a Russian Immigrant feeling lost in an alien world to her discovery of the Tao Te Ching that set her on the path to becoming the person she is meant to be. Listen to her grounding message that will not only benefit each of us personally but our loved ones as well. About our Guest:Jes...2022-02-2248 minTAO-Living with Lou CorletoTAO-Living with Lou Corleto34: Don't just sit there, Do NOTHING with Jessie KanzerIn her book, DON’T JUST SIT THERE, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling & Living with the Tao Te Ching Jessie Kanzer shares how perfecting the art of doing nothing can offer wisdom, healing, and grounding–and possibly be the most productive thing you have done in a while. For years, Kanzer felt like a failure, unable to hustle hard enough to “make it,” either as an actress or in the rat race. Her childhood as a Russian immigrant in post-Cold War America heightened her insecurity and threatened her identity, desperate as she was to fit into a culture that was...2022-02-2139 minDoctor Anna, MDDoctor Anna, MD77. The Tao with Jessie Kanzer, Author of "Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching"This is a MUST listen!  Jessie Kanzer talks about her new book coming out March 1st, 2022 "Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing: Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching".  She brings amazing insight into the foundation of health and wellbeing. And she has one of THE BEST presentations of "The Way" - The Tao Te Ching.  I was so excited to read this book. I hope you find that it resonates with you as Jessie is an incredible light for many of us who need to connect with our power and innate wisdom to...2022-02-2151 minThe Inspiring TalkThe Inspiring TalkTimeless Wisdom on Life from Tao Te Ching with Author Jessie KanzerTao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese text that offers wisdom on how to live life with goodness and integrity.   Jessie Kanzer and I discuss several verses of this text on the definition of love, the concept of being and not-being, letting go of self-expectation vulnerability and more.   Jessie Kanzer is an Author, Actor and former reporter. Her work has appeared in Washington Post, NYT, Huffington Post among others. She is the author of a new book, Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling and Living with Tao Te Ching     We now have a telegram community for our listeners. Join...2022-02-2154 minThe Genetic GeniusThe Genetic GeniusUNEARTHING ULTIMATE CELLULAR HEALING WITH STILLNESS WITH JESSIE ASYA KANZEROn this week's episode of the Genetic Genius Podcast, Jessie Asya Kanzer discusses her new and profound book Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING: Healing, Chilling & Living With The Tao Te Ching. Here are some of the healing topics we discussed: 1, What is the premise behind the Tao Te Ching philosophy? 2. How does this philosophy embrace stillness instead of doing? 3, When we are in this place of stillness, how can we tune in to our intuition at a deeper level? 4. How do we learn to trust this intuition in...2022-02-1752 minTheHealthHubTheHealthHubFinding Action In Stillness With Jessie Asya KanzerIn this episode we speak with Jessie Asya Kanzer about embracing stillness, letting go, self-discovery and her book 'Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING : Healing, Chilling, and Living with the Tao Te Ching. Jessie was born in the Soviet Union. At the age of eight, she emigrated with her family to Brooklyn. She is a writer, former reporter and actress. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Daily News, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, Ravishly, and Romper. Jessie is the author of Don't Just Sit There, DO NOTHING...2022-02-0452 minReleasing Trauma; a Survivor\'s PodcastReleasing Trauma; a Survivor's PodcastThe Murkiness of Rape Culture, With Jessie KanzerThough the #MeToo movement is not at the forefront of our minds anymore, its reckoning continues, as we deliberate on what responsibility the enablers carry for crimes they helped perpetrate or cover up (i.e., Ghislaine Maxwell and Chris Cuomo) and whether or not a longtime offender should go free (Bill Cosby).We’re in muddy waters at this point, confusing waters, even—and those are the ones that author Jessie Kanzer knows all too well. She’s a rape survivor who didn’t acknowledge that she was a rape survivor until many years after the fact, being that her...2022-01-2629 minLive Better NowLive Better NowJessie Kanzer Author "Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing" Ep 124My guest today is Author, Jessie Kanzer a former reporter whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, LA Times, Washington Post, Huffington Post, and many other publications. She has a new book coming out on March 1st "Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing" (pre-order on Amazon) inspired by her spiritual journey and discovery of the Tao Te Ching, which changed her life. Through her study of the Tao, it taught her that there is power in stillness and that all struggles you may have will bear gifts if you are able to connect with...2022-01-2424 minMiracles Happen Fertility CenterMiracles Happen Fertility CenterMHFP 138 – The Art of Doing Nothing with Jessie KanzerToday’s podcast episode is called the art of doing nothing and it is based on the book “Don’t Just Sit There, DO NOTHING” by author Jessie Kanzer. We’re going to talk about Tao Te Ching and the importance of doing nothing. I have even forgotten the last time I was doing nothing!And this is really important for fertility because there’s so much chaos going on, it’s hard to create stillness through doing nothing. This is a spiritual thing, but also it always comes back to the physical and thus very important for overall wellne...2022-01-1346 minThe Reality Of It AllThe Reality Of It AllThe Murkiness of Rape Culture, With Jessie KanzerThough the #MeToo movement is not at the forefront of our minds anymore, its reckoning continues, as we deliberate on what responsibility the enablers carry for crimes they helped perpetrate or cover up (i.e., Ghislaine Maxwell and Chris Cuomo) and whether or not a longtime offender should go free (Bill Cosby). We're in muddy waters at this point, confusing waters, even—and those are the ones that author Jessie Kanzer knows all too well. She's a rape survivor who didn't acknowledge that she was a rape survivor until many years after the fact, being that hers was a...2022-01-0329 minScrub Caps & Sippy CupsScrub Caps & Sippy CupsThe Art of Doing Nothing with Jessie KanzerDo you ever feel like you need a break from the constant go, go, go? We know we do. And what's better than taking a break to do nothing? It sounds counterproductive, but when was the last time you just sat around and let your mind wander? Probably not recently, if at all. We're so busy nowadays that taking a moment for ourselves is a rarity. But it's so important. So on this episode, we are joined by Jessie Kanzer to discuss her new book, The Art of Doing Nothing, what that actually entails, how her book...2021-12-2847 minChange Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeChange Your Thoughts - Change Your LifeJohn of God with Jessie KanzerMillions of people went to see John of God in Brazil for healing. Dr. Wayne Dyer famously spoke about a remote healing experience that he had. (In my last episode, Miraculous Healing, I share the details of that story.) But last December, after hundreds of women came forward, John of God (João Teixeira de Faria) was convicted of sexual abuse. In this episode, I speak with Jessie Asya Kanzer, a woman who went to see John of God and has grappled with the aftermath of his crimes. She wrote about her experience in an article that was published o...2020-06-2857 min