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Building Esteem with Dr. Marcy Forta
I sit down with Dr. Marcy Forta, the founder of Atzmi, an organization focused on improving the self esteem of Jewish girls. She shares the genetic factors of eating disorders and why Jewish women are more likely to develop one, her own experience with an eating disorder at age 14, how pressure to be perfect can contribute to risk for eating disorders and how her curriculum incorporates Torah values into discussions of body image
Dr. Marcy Forta is the founder and director of Atzmi, an organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of Jewish girls through programs that improve their self-esteem, body acceptance, and reduce the focus on outward appearances with the overall goal being for each girl to discover and appreciate her unique self and prevent the onset of eating disorders. She is the creator of the "My Best Self" Project that is being used in frum schools throughout the country. It consists of workshops for girls and supporting sessions for the influential adults in their lives, their parents and educators.
Dr. Forta works in eating disorder education, awareness, and prevention. She offers support and guidance for parents and loved ones struggling with an eating disorder, facilitates support groups, and helps people with body image issues.
You can reach her at atzmi.org or marcyforta.com or email her at marcy@atzmi.org
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Be Impactful by Impact Fashion
In a world that often shouts, it can be powerful to focus on the meaningful work being done quietly but purposefully. Be Impactful by Impact Fashion is a podcast hosted by Rivky Itzkowitz, founder and designer of Impact Fashion. This isn't a lecture series on success; it's a collection of conversations with women who are creating tangible change within their own communities and spheres of influence. Each episode delves into the personal journeys, challenges, and motivations of these individuals, exploring how they define and live out impact in areas like arts, beauty, fashion, spirituality, and religion. Rivky brings her unique perspective from building a brand dedicated to empowering modest-minded women, fostering discussions that are deeply rooted in real-world experience and Jewish values. Listeners will hear authentic stories of resilience, creativity, and faith, discovering how focused intention in one's personal corner can ripple outward. The podcast naturally explores the intersection of purpose and action, offering inspiration for anyone looking to infuse their daily life with greater meaning. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that celebrates the multifaceted ways women lead and inspire.
Podcast Episodes
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The Side Vent Top- Special Solo Episode!
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It's Be Impactful's Fifth Birthday!
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Mazel with Rachie Shnay (2024)- A 10/7 reflection
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The Ruffle Overlap Dress- Special Solo Episode!
Rivky goes solo to talk about The Ruffle Overlap Dress and her summer of doing less, while also having the busiest summer in a really long time. She also shares how she gave myself permission to do so and some thoughts o…
Starting Over with Anika Pavel
Rivky sits down with author Anika Pavel to talk about her life. She shares what it was like growing up under communism and how she was able to get out, why she doesn't believe in age when you're too young or too old and…
