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An Aural AccountA Cry for Moral ConsistencyThe world’s response to Hamas’s brutal terror attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, has exposed a painful reality that many of us never wished to face. In this episode, Daniel Ohana and I explore the moral inconsistencies prevalent in the wake of the Israel-Hamas War. We examine the boundaries of free speech and activism versus performative activism. We relate intersectionality to our understanding of our political identities and argue why it is dangerous. We share conflicts we have faced and our nonnegotiable values.
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Two Jews, 10 OpinionsTwo Jews, 10 Opinions: A DC AccountOn this week's episode, Ailee and Levi are joined by Molly Seghi, a first-year journalism student at the University of Florida and host of the An Aural Account podcast.
The three talk about their experience at the rally in Washington, DC, marching for their support for Israel, the release of the over 200 hostages and uniting against antisemitism.
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An Aural AccountThree Jews, Ten OpinionsThe March for Israel on November 14, 2023, was the largest pro-Israel rally in United States history with over 290,000 people marching peacefully at the National Mall in Washington DC and over 250,000 participating online. The rally aimed to show solidarity with the state and people of Israel, condemn antisemitism, and demand the immediate and safe release of the hostages taken by Hamas. In this episode, Levi D’Amato and Ailee Shanes from the “Two Jews, 10 Opinions” podcast and I reflect on our experiences at the monumental rally. We discuss the struggles we are facing as Jewish student journalists and how far antisemitic media...2023-11-2243 min
An Aural Account"Only in Israel" AnecdotesOver the last century, the media has misled the public by villainizing and politicizing the fight for Jewish survival. The Jewish nation has been threatened since the beginning of time, yet we have prevailed. Many believe that educating themselves through the news and research can give them an understanding of the complicated and lengthy history of the Middle East conflict and by extension, Israel and the Jewish people. What we cannot learn through textbooks is the culture and values surrounding a place and people. Listen as 30 friends from around the world share stories that highlight the beauty of the...2023-11-0148 min
An Aural Account“Only in Israel” Kivun AnecdotesWhen you live somewhere, you get a much better understanding of the culture and society than if you were just to visit. Being blessed with the opportunity to live abroad in Israel for the year has highlighted the beauty of a country of one people, a family. Listen as my friends and madrichim from around the world on my World Bnei Akiva program called Kivun share personal anecdotes about unique experiences they have had while in Israel.2023-10-2331 min
The Alligator PodcastNEWS: Top Stories of the WeekJoin Podcast host Caitlyn Schiffer as she dives deep about her experience at the Turlington vigil, as well as gaining insight from reporters Nicole Beltran and Molly Seghi on their experiences last week.2023-10-1610 minAn Aural AccountThe Inner Child’s Interaction with IdentityThe question “Who are you?” has compelled many to set foot into long self-discovery journeys over several years or even decades. But what if it is more simple than we think? In this episode, I break down the concept of inner child and why is it important to understand ourselves and others through it. I reflect on how many people, including myself, find themselves drawn to what they loved doing as a child. Be kind to yourself and remember that everyone is a child inside.
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"A letter to my younger self" by Am...2023-10-0428 minAn Aural AccountEnergy and the 12 Laws of KarmaMany people deem energy to be a sham or ludicrous while in reality, it is what our entire universe is comprised of. The conceptual idea of this episode has been in the works for over a year and now felt like the right time to talk about it. In this episode, I explore how energy and the 12 Laws of Karma manifest themselves in our daily lives. Each of the laws is profound enough to be explored and internalized on its own. 2023-09-2829 minAn Aural AccountThe Concept of Silent LoversSilent lovers have been finding their way into my life recently quite often. In this episode, I explain the concept of silent lovers and read letters people wrote me. If you have something nice to say, say it. Let people know how you feel and compliment a new person every day. Collect words of affirmation and praise you receive and look back on it whenever you feel down.2023-09-2017 minAn Aural AccountIf Not Now, When?Starting a completely new phase of life unlocked a new level of freedom I had never felt before. In this episode, I speak about the importance of having that freedom and how I have been putting my energy back into myself. Most of what it takes to do everything I dreamed of doing is believing that I can. And now I do.
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"Do What You Love" Reel2023-09-1333 minAn Aural AccountThe Sign I’ve Been Searching ForThis was recorded on Labor Day September 4, 2023. What is meant for you will find you in its right time, just be patient.2023-09-0616 minAn Aural AccountThe Mania of Music: From Artist to AudienceHave you ever been to a concert where everyone in the crowd was nearly identical to each other in appearance and behavior? Have you ever noticed how you feel much more free when listening to coming-of-age music while angrier when listening to rap? Well, Leah Chambers and I have. In this episode, we examine different identities and “eras” created by being a part of a certain audience and whether we should judge an artist by their art. We then discuss how our relationship with music has changed over time and with social media. Leah introduces the concept of decision fati...2023-08-151h 00An Aural AccountOh, to be a WomanThis episode is a part of a series that explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of womanhood. The topics covered in this episode are:
- Wedding Pinterest boards
- The confidence gap between men and women
- The expectation of perfection
- The scene of girls getting ready to go out
- The deep natural capacity to love, care, and sympathize
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Opinion | The Hunger Fed by ‘Barbie’ and Taylor Swift - The New York Times
“In a Good Way...2023-08-0225 minAn Aural AccountLove (in Relationships)There is a reason why people argue that love is necessary for our existence. We consume love in the media we watch, the music we listen to, and the art we admire. But what is love? To understand why love is such a fundamental value and inspiration in our society, we must examine what it means at a basic level. In this episode, I explore Ancient Greek's seven forms of love found in various relationships. I discuss what it means to "love" versus to "be in love" and how understanding the five love languages is crucial for relationships.
2023-07-2031 minAn Aural AccountOrgan Performance LiveThe Organ in the University Auditorium of the University of Florida was played on July 10, 2023.2023-07-1202 minAn Aural Account"The Kids Are Not Okay"In this episode, my friend, Leah Chambers, and I have a conversation about everything from confidence and our inner child to our addiction to our phones and why we need an internet apocalypse. Listen as we share our thoughts and laugh together.2023-07-051h 01
An Aural AccountMen I Trust LiveMen I Trust, a Canadian indie band from Montreal, performed at Revolution Live in Ft. Lauderdale on June 14, 2023.2023-06-2816 minAn Aural AccountLove, Future Lily and MollyIt’s you, from June 14, 2023. Here is who we are at the end of the year. We hope we made you proud. X
Dear, Future Lily and Molly- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vPOCD2pImLbUHmSAf8yRo?si=g0WO6xixQteLeJTZKMoEtw2023-06-221h 03
An Aural AccountBlackbird Cover by Marsh DondurmaBlackbird by the Beatles Live Cover by Marsh Dondurma at Yellow Submarine on December 3, 2022.2023-06-1404 minAn Aural AccountCulture: US vs UK vs DE vs SEOne of the most attractive aspects of Kivun for me was the diverse nationalities of its participants. Over the year, we had the chance to learn about each other’s cultures, as well as our shared Jewish culture. In this episode, Sammy Schajer from London, Ilja Scherb from Germany, and Jacob Lecerof from Sweden join me to discuss the cultural differences between our countries. We open the conversation by relaying stereotypes we have of each other’s counties, and we decide if they are accurate or not. We talk about the behavior of the "average" person in each country, Jewish life...2023-06-071h 00
An Aural AccountHatikva 6 LiveHativka 6, an Israeli reggae band, performed on April 20, 2023 in Jerusalem.2023-05-3112 minAn Aural AccountIshay Ribo LiveIshay Ribo is an Israeli singer-songwriter. A Sephardic Orthodox Jew, he has gained popularity in Israel among Haredi, national-religious, and secular Jewish audiences. He performed live at Sultan’s Pool in Jerusalem for Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israel’s 75th Independence Day) on April 25, 2023.2023-05-1709 min
An Aural AccountMarva 159Ten-second intervals, minimal showers, copious amounts of canned food, repeat. In this episode, my friend Oliver Ziff and I unpack our experience on Marva, a two-month army basic training course. We share our views about the trials and tribulations of an IDF soldier, as well as unique struggles we faced. We reminisce about notable characters and stories from our time living on the Sde Boker Gadna base. We conclude by reflecting on our takeaways from the once-in-a-lifetime experience.2023-04-261h 04An Aural Accountאשא עיניSlow Shira in Leżajsk, Poland on March 15, 20232023-04-1203 minAn Aural AccountPhilosophy For DummiesIf you were to open the YouTube app on my phone, most of the videos you would see on the Home page are philosophy related. But, that is the extent of my philosophy knowledge. In this episode, Mateo Resnick, a friend of mine who has been studying philosophy since he was sixteen, enlightens me on some basic schools of thought and his philosophy journey. He explores the everyday benefits of understanding philosophy, as well as how to set boundaries for yourself while studying it. Mateo then shares different resources to help you start a philosophy journey of your own.
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An Aural AccountAddis Ken Project Live at Yellow SubmarineAddis Ken – አዲስ ቀን (“New Day” in Amharic) – is the name of a unique musical project from international composer, vocalist and sax player Abate Berihun. A prolific saxophonist, composer and vocalist, Berihun is one of Israel’s most prominent Ethiopian musicians, who has toured and collaborated with musical giants such as Mulatu Astatke, Mahmoud Ahmed and Gigi, and is the founder and leader of influential afro-jazz and ethnic ensembles “Tezeta”, “Ras Dashen” and “Kuluma”. They performed at Yellow Submarine on January 5.2023-01-0611 min
An Aural AccountMarsh Dondurma Live at Yellow SubmarineThe Jerusalem 16-member brass band performed at Yellow Submarine on December 3, 2022.2022-12-0613 minAn Aural AccountLessons I’ve Learned (2)This episode is part of the “Lessons I’ve Learned” series, which tackles the significance of experiential learning. The following concepts are covered in this episode:
-You become who you surround yourself with
-Listen to your gut2022-11-3011 min
An Aural AccountThe Attitude of GratitudeLook up the word “gratitude” on any search engine and you will find millions of results. In this week’s episode, Edan Green joins me to explore why. In honor of Thanksgiving, we consider what gratitude means, as well as different ways to practice it. Edan shares what gratitude is through the lens of Judaism and Kabbalistic thought. We then contrast the pursuit of happiness to acceptance and discuss how to ultimately tap into your latent gratitude.
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“The Attitude of Gratitude” Episode Playlist
30-Day Gratitude Challenge by BestSelf Co.
Grateful Living
The Five Minute Journal
2022-11-2342 minAn Aural AccountYayoi KusamaYayoi Kusama, the Japanese contemporary artist, is recognized for being the most successful living female artist. While that is one of the aspects that drew me and Ella Goldwater to her, there were several others as well. In this episode, we discuss the captivating picturesque quality of her trademark polka dots and infinity installations. We consider how Kusama involves the viewer into her artwork and relate it to personal experiences of visiting exhibits she created. Ella shares a piece of her research paper on how mental health influences artists’ works; Kusama’s work reflects her mind through the lens of h...2022-11-1627 minAn Aural AccountJournal Entry from June 15, 2021The other day, while flipping through the pages in my journal, I stumbled upon an entry from my first day interning at the Wolfsonian-FIU Art Museum in Miami. In it, I document a story of the collections photographer, Lynton.2022-11-0102 minAn Aural AccountCreative Self-Expression Round TableYou have probably heard how essential it is to surround yourself with people who inspire you to grow. I know I have heard it too many times to count. This lesson never resonated with me as much as it does now, after being in an environment with artists who are incredibly creatively driven and talented. Three of them, Ella Goldwater, Liya Vaanunu, and Reuel Well, join me in a round table-styled discussion to share their creative journeys and pursuits. We define, compare, and contrast self-expression and creativity. Between a shameless amount of book plugs, we then share ways to...2022-10-2650 minAn Aural AccountLessons I’ve Learned (1)This episode introduces the “Lessons I’ve Learned” series, which tackles the significance of experiential learning. The following concepts are covered in this episode:
-Whatever is right for you will find you
-The importance of reality
-The importance of taking advantage of every opportunity given to you, as well as creating your own2022-10-1925 minAn Aural AccountDaniel Glassner (Ein HaNatziv)The initial adventure I embarked on during my gap year was spending three weeks living communally on a kibbutz. There, I met Daniel Glassner, a 12th-grade student and Magen David Adom (MDA) instructor, who has lived on Ein HaNatziv for the majority of his life. This episode is a conversation about Daniel’s everyday life as a teenager on one of Israel’s only remaining religious Kibbutzim. He describes the functionality of the Kibbutz, as well as its values, which he later compares to his own.2022-09-2856 minAn Aural AccountDear Future Lily and Molly,It’s you, from September 12, 2022. Here is who we hope you are by the end of the year. We cannot wait to meet you. X
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An Aural AccountMaya Hurwitz’s U-Bass Rendition of “Valerie”Maya Hurwitz playing “Valerie” by Amy Winehouse on a U-Bass2022-09-1301 minAn Aural AccountGrandmother NatureMy grandmother, Laya Firestone Seghi, is the embodiment of Mother Nature and her symbiotic relationship to our world. To her, navigating life means understanding our physical environment. In this episode, she recounts five adventures from her lifetime: her experiences at Camp Moshava, living on a Kibbutz in Israel, camping in the Vancouver mountains, raising animals on a farm in Missouri, and sailing on the Atlantic Ocean. She connects her experiences to the idea that nature is eternal and healing, and demonstrates how it can be utilized as a form of therapy.2022-09-1354 minAn Aural AccountEmotions You’ve Felt, But Couldn’t Describe (1)This series was born as a result of Gani Hoch and my mutual fascination of feelings. We dive deep into emotions you have felt, but could not describe, by breaking down what they mean and relating them to our own lives. This episode covers Monachopsis, Adronitis, Altschmerz, Sonder, Onism, Ambedo, Liberosis, Vemödalen, Catoptric Tristesse, Kairosclerosis, and Mal de Coucou.
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Words for Emotions You've Felt But Couldn't Explain
2022-09-0540 minAn Aural AccountHow to Have a Conversation With AnyoneMillions of books, articles, and videos have been created with the sole purpose of tackling the question: how can I have conversation with anyone? The ability to start and hold a discussion does not come naturally to many, if not most, people. The exception to the majority is my father, Gabe Seghi. In this episode, my dad gives insight about the importance of having conversations with strangers and how to initiate them. We discuss the power of complimenting people and understanding that everyone has similar fears; breaking these ideas down is critical in creating productive dialogue.
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How to...2022-08-2941 minAn Aural AccountAndy WarholAndy Warhol, known as the patriarch of pop art, was an icon whose presence and impact has been valued for decades. Warhol’s awareness and self-expression has deeply resonated with me from a young age; a visit to the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh when I was 10 years old marked the moment I became a creator. This episode is a brief recollection of what I've learned and experienced about Warhol’s life and hoarding disorder through books, documentaries, and art exhibits.
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Andy Warhol - The Andy Warhol Museum
The Perez Art Museum Miami’s Marisol and Warhol Take New Yo...2022-08-1626 minAn Aural AccountThe Art of Letting GoAs I am on the cusp of adulthood, learning to let go of relationships, situations, and identities that no longer serve me is crucial in making room for the next stage of life and what it brings. This episode, inspired by Damon Zahariades’s “The Art of Letting GO,” explores different scenarios where letting go may be necessary, complimented by personal narratives.
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“The Art of Letting GO: How to Let Go of the Past, Look Forward to the Future, and Finally Enjoy the Emotional Freedom You Deserve!” by Damon Zahariades
“The Art of Letting GO” by Damon Zahariades Notes
“The Po...2022-08-0935 minAn Aural AccountVoicemail from DaddyJune 12, 2021 at 10:09 PM2022-06-0800 min
Oddities: A Podcast of the Strangest by the CuriousMadalyn Murray O'Hair & Molly Rinker, the Spy Who Knitted SocksWelcome back to Oddities, the podcast in which no topic is to *~*sTrAnGe*~*. This week, Anna kicks us off with the story of Madalyn Murray O'Hair, a wild woman with an even wilder life. She was instrumental in having prayer removed from schools and suffered a very tragic end. Next, Cassie tells the tale of Molly "Mom" Rinker, An American Revolutionary Spy who passed secrets to George Washington by knitting...socks? Follow us on social media:FacebookInstagramEmail: oddities.talk@gmail.comCheck out our merch!Support the show2022-02-2043 min
Love Yourself Without LikesHow does perfectionism influence body image?In this week’s episode, Molly is joined by her friend, Avigail Levine, to speak about how to see past physical beauty. They discuss the way perfectionism manifests itself into every aspect of life, especially regarding physical appearances and relationships. They open up about how their view of perfectionism has changed as they've gotten older. They envision what a “cultural reset” entails, and the steps an individual can take in helping refocus society’s emphasis on how to evaluate women’s value.Pinterest board- https://pin.it/1svUAH2 Cameron Russell’s Ted Talk- https://youtu.be/KM4Xe6Dlp0Y I Weigh, Fou...2022-01-262h 45Love Yourself Without LikesWhat are teenage girls’ experiences with body image issues?In this week’s episode, Molly hosts Love Yourself Without Like’s first ever roundtable discussion about body image. Eilat Berger, Avigail Levine, Sara Nagler, and Emma Schenker join Molly to open up about their body image experiences. They discuss how working on yourself inside-out and outside-in can lead to increased confidence, and whether body image issues are inevitable as girls enter womanhood. They consider the difference between short- and long-term confidence boosters and examine modesty and eating disorders. They explore the culture of body image for women being created by both men and women and share what helped them to l...2021-09-0143 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow can you keep your life private on social media?In this week’s episode, Molly talks to her friend, Leila Brown, about how she maintains a private life while staying on social media. Leila opens up about her social media experience and why she finds value in living a private life. She discusses when she feels pressure into posting and what you can do when you feel that pressure. They speak about FOMO (the fear of missing out) and what to do about it, whether you have social media or not.2021-08-1839 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is social media affecting the Jewish experience?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by Rabbi Moshe Nachbar, Rabbi and educator at both Katz Yeshiva High School and the Young Israel of Hollywood-Ft Lauderdale. They discuss two values that social media and Judaism have in common: connecting people and sharing positivity. Rabbi Nachbar tackles the concept of “connection without communication” and gives advice on how to work on dismissiveness and discipline in a school setting. He gives insight about social media’s effects on the scholastic experience and how to practice self love through Judaism. They conclude by him sharing advice on how to stay grounded religiously while...2021-08-051h 04Love Yourself Without LikesWhen does social media usage turn into an addiction?In this week's episode, Molly talks to Dr. Aliza Septimus about the neuroscience behind addiction. As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Septimus discusses what is psychologically appealing about social media. They discuss the scale/spectrum of healthy vs. unhealhy use of social media. They highlight the signs to look for in identifying social media addiction and the dangers of dependency. Learn tips on how to get yourself out of an addiction and stop yourself from getting addicted.2021-06-3031 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow can you find a healthy balance while using social media?In this week’s episode, Molly talks to her friend, Eilat Berger, about how she finds a healthy balance while using social media. Eilat opens up about her own experience of creating a healthy mindset, and they discuss the “pros” of social media and how to utilize its benefits. They talk about the importance of reflecting on social media usage and the intentions behind it, and finding mental and physical boundaries to help develop healthy habits. Molly reintroduces the “Freeze Challenge,” which can help you to create those boundaries.2021-06-1747 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow have we let society set our beauty standards?In this week’s episode, Molly is joined by her friend Lily Rudensky to talk about societal beauty standards. They discuss beauty ideals through the ages and body dysmorphia. They talk about how eating disorders are a result of these unrealistic expectations set for us and how women shaming women feeds into misogyny. While women may have internal battles about covering their bodies, they suggest that feminism is about embracing yourself. They propose solutions to beauty standards, both internal and societal.Pinterest board- https://pin.it/3qE5YMI Women’s Ideal Body Types in the Last 100 Years- https://youtu.be/SY9B...2021-03-2541 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow can you spend your free time?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by her friend, Kira, to discuss productive ways they spend their free time. They share their personal journeys with social media and how it affects "being present." They talk about setting incentives and limiting social media, the importance of finding interests and outlets to enhance your talents, and how being productive can also have its downsides.Pinterest board- https://pin.it/4xVSY73 Google Document- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-uNw55lhi-RgZCCDoM7QqsFJMWFryjQZriLMCGywusM/edit Intellect- https://www.intellect.co Shalom Task Force Purple Fellowship- https://shalomtaskforce.org/purple-fellowship Teen Healthy Habits- https://www...2021-03-1140 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is social media affecting high school social dynamics?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by her friends, Sara Nagler and Bella Sanders, to discuss high school social dynamics. Sara and Bella share insight about their findings from their documentary. They talk about their personal experiences, from tighter cliques to bigger friend groups. They explore the positive and negative effects of social media on friends groups, and discuss why high school isn’t everything. Watch their documentary here: https://youtu.be/w6rmwbe-ivI2021-02-2525 minLove Yourself Without LikesWhat is the dynamic of bullying like in the digital era?Listen as Molly and her friends, Ariella Greenberg, Sara Nagler, and David Barrocas, discuss bullying from different angles, from the bully to the bystander to the victim. They share their personal experiences with and observations about bullying and cyber bullying. They discuss the impact that words have, both positive and negative, and encourage asking for help and standing your ground, rejecting the notion of snitching. Are you ready to take on the compliment challenge?Pinterest board- https://pin.it/7682Lex Because I Said I Would- https://becauseisaidiwould.org2021-02-1143 minLove Yourself Without LikesWhat do girls of different ages think about social media?SISTER SPECIAL!Molly is joined by her two younger sisters, Emma and Kate. Listen as they talk about their dynamic and reflect on how social media and society’s standards affect them. (Questions about social media/ society start at 21:02)Would You Say It To Your Sister?- https://youtu.be/mHoAV3FMQxI Girls 6-18 Talking about Body Image- https://youtu.be/5mP5RveA_tk Sweet Treats By Emma Groupchat Link- https://chat.whatsapp.com/Go43JkGx99BKVQG6mWV9H8 Sweet Treats By Emma Instagram- @sweettreatsbyemmaseghi Love Yourself Without Likes Groupchat Link- https://chat.whatsapp.com/DYiutWE5e681wW7TLYs210 Kate’s Ne...2020-12-3142 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is social media affecting the family unit?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by Dr. Aviva Goldstein, a lecturer, educator and family counselor based in Jerusalem. They discuss how implementing a "no phone zone" can help families that are struggling with social media addiction. She explains that the entire family unit is affected by this issue, and there's not a "one size fits all" solution. Dr. Goldstein introduces the concept of positive psychology and explains the stigma of social media for gap year students. For more information about Dr. Goldstein, go to: avivagoldstein.comJessica Abo’s “Unfiltered: How to Be as Happy as You Look on Soci...2020-12-2340 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is social media a distraction to mindfulness?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by Rabbi Dr. Benjamin Epstein, an experienced psychologist who blends traditional Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy with cognitive behavioral, spiritual, and acceptance techniques. Dr. Benjy defines mindfulness from both a Jewish and secular perspective. They discuss the challenges teenagers face regarding social media, and how it is a distraction to spiritually and mindfulness. He gives suggestions for alternative creative outlets, and speaks about appreciation as a Jewish concept. For more information about Dr. Benjy's book, go to: https://g.co/kgs/a4h8EV2020-12-101h 00Love Yourself Without LikesHow did social media become so toxic?In this week's episode, Molly and her friend, Emma Schenker, discuss the toxicity of social media. They talk about how they see it in their lives, and how social media was created to be harmful. They explain why they want to cancel "cancel culture," and proposed questions to help you see if social media is toxic for you. Send your selfies to @emschenker on Instagram! 4 Reasons Why Social Media Has Become So Toxic and What to Look for Next- www.entrepreneur.com/amphtml/328749 Is Social Media Becoming Too Toxic?- www.forbes.com/sites/kalevleetaru/2018/07/19/is-social-media-becoming-too-toxic/amp/ Should We Cancel...2020-11-2637 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is being a teenager in the 21st century different from being one in the 20th?In this week's episode, Molly invites her mother and her mother's high school friends to discuss the differences between being a teenager in the 20th and 21st centuries. They talk about how the challenges of society's standards make them feel, and they try to decide if body image standards have changed over time. After you hear them discuss both sides, do you think it's best to grow up with or without social media?Molly recommends watching this video after listening to the ladies reminisce about fashion trends they are excited to see come back! 100 Years of Teen Girls Fashion- https...2020-11-1239 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow do you focus on yourself and what’s right for you?In this week's episode, Molly and her friend, Naomi Reichenberg, talk about their personal experiences with putting themselves and their mental health first, even if it isn’t always easy. They discuss learning how to be comfortable doing things that may be uncomfortable...socially, religiously, and mentally, while they relate to the concept that “it’s more rewarding because it’s hard.” See if their advice can help you!Pinterest board- https://pin.it/2X3jN3u Liability by Lorde- https://open.spotify.com/track/6Kkt27YmFyIFrcX3QXFi2o?si=rBu4QAc2Qlmv9HzJPSTRvA2020-11-0446 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow is social media affecting your emotional operating system, and what can you do to control it?In this week's episode, Molly is joined by Laya Firestone Seghi, LCSW. Laya is a psychotherapist, an energy psychologist, and also Molly's grandmother. Laya discusses how social media affects your emotional operating system of fear, seeking, and soothing. They explore anxiety, the nervous system, mind/body medicine, and soothing methods. Take a few minutes to practice some breathing exercises to help get your mind and body back on track.For links to the exercises, visit Laya’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LayaFSeghiLCSWHollywood2020-10-2228 minLove Yourself Without LikesWhat do teenage boys think?In this week’s episode, a few of Molly’s friends join her for a Q&A. From being "Tik Tok famous" to not having any social media apps, David Kandinov, Judah Cohn, and Avi Girnun are all over the social media spectrum. These high school boys open up about “likes,” mental health, toxic masculinity, and how they're affected by social media.Books Mentioned: The Female Brain by Dr. Louann Brizendine- https://www.amazon.com/Female-Brain-Louann-Brizendine/dp/0767920104 (The Male Brain by Dr. Louann Brizendine- https://www.amazon.com/Male-Brain-Breakthrough-Understanding-Think/dp/0767927540 ) Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts by Jaron Lanier...2020-10-0745 minLove Yourself Without LikesWhy do we use our phones as a security blanket?In this week’s episode, Molly is joined by two very special guests: the guidance staff at her school. They discuss how and why we turn to our phones as a security blanket, relating it to how they see it play out in the hallways of school and in their own lives. They give insight into phone addiction and how it can combatted. In the end, Molly asks you if you are brave enough to take the “Freeze Challenge!”2020-10-0121 minLove Yourself Without LikesHow do you learn to love yourself?In this week’s episode, Molly is joined by two of her closest friends, Ariella Greenberg and Sara Nagler, to discuss the path to being your own best friend. Getting to know yourself is the first step to loving yourself. Listen as they share tips and their personal experiences with social media that have affected the way they love themselves. Pinterest board- https://pin.it/6VS0ByV2020-09-2341 minLove Yourself Without LikesWhat is your personal experience with social media?Welcome to the first episode of “Love Yourself Without Likes!” In this week’s episode, Molly introduces herself and her personal journey with social media. She opens up about how social media has shaped her into the person she is today and how this podcast came to be. Join the Whatsapp group by pressing the link below to discuss episodes and share your thoughts! Please enjoy and let me know what you think! https://chat.whatsapp.com/DYiutWE5e681wW7TLYs21O2020-09-1710 min