Navigating Loneliness and Recovery - with Estee Weingarten

New Releases (Kol Isha) https://open.spotify.com/album/6iHHbVxVghTr9VXJ4ZW4NK?si=Q5CeNjiwQA69lrTP26z8eQ   https://open.spotify.com/album/1nbIq6V2VmcIxFNwsCwNkc?si=Y5VtA51aTUqraHqWmKuSsA   In this episode, Estee Weingarten discusses her journey from Montreal to New York and her transformation into a life coach focused on women affected by spousal addiction. Estee talks about her own experiences with her spouse's mental illness and addiction, leading her to establish 'The Comfort Zone,' an organization aimed at creating a safe, supportive community for Jewish women grappling with spousal addiction. The conversation details the resources and support provided by The Comfort Zone, including retreats, therapy sessions, and a 24/7 support chat. Estee also emphasizes the importance of community and mutual support in overcoming the challenges associated with addiction.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:28 Founding the Comfort Zone 03:17 Personal Struggles and Isolation 04:26 Discovering Al-Anon and Recovery 06:04 Challenges of Addiction in the Jewish Community 07:36 Reaching Out for Help 11:54 Understanding Addiction and Its Impact 17:37 Advice for Those Affected by Addiction 22:32 Living with an Addict: The Harsh Realities 24:00 Boundaries: Protecting Yourself in a Relationship with an Addict 27:20 The Comfort Zone: A Safe Haven for Wives 29:49 Support Systems and Community Building 34:59 The Importance of Therapy and Financial Struggles 41:08 The Comfort Zone's Mission and Future Goals 44:18 Final Thoughts and How to Support instagram.com/thecomfortzoneinfo instagram.com/coach.estee To donate: https://mail.causematch.com/c/eJxUzbGOgzAMgOGnSbZWwTYGhgwnVbxG5RhTkBpSQejQpz_1tlu_f_inKJ3OQzJvsekIeiQm8EvElocBB7JASDo3rSZuU28cqGm6Wf0aIUAbEKhhohCuHVNSm4yTwNzj4CionIdlqbpctWT_jEutr8Phj4PRwfg_OxirfhyOZ833o5y7msOb5vukDviL2ab1zA5vlmV9-j1-bJG3pF10EUfh8eW_U41T2cp-0bJtpvWikl-yPrYLMoN_R_gNAAD__1R3Tdc www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com Contact Franciska @ [email protected]