Pauses & Shifts with Tamara Gestetner

Pauses & Shifts with Tamara Gestetner

Author: Rivky Itzkowitz: Founder at Impact Fashion May 26, 2025 Duration: 44:20

Rivky sits down with career coach and former therapist Tamara Gestetner to discuss major life transitions. Tamara shares what led her to closing her therapy practice after 15 years, how she dealt with the embarrassment of a major career downgrade, how a surprise pregnancy at 40 affected her decisions and how much she cares what other people think.

Tamara Gestetner is life and career coach, former therapist, and passionate advocate for growth at every stage of life. After 15 years as a couples therapist, she transitioned into mediation and coaching, guiding people through life transitions, career changes, and relationship shifts. she's reinvented herself multiple times—becoming a law student in her 40s, raising four kids, and learning that it's never too late to start over. Her mission is to help others find clarity, courage, and a path forward—no matter where they're starting from.

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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.
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