Content Warning: This episode discusses addiction, alcoholism, mental health challenges, suicide, and generational trauma from the Holocaust. Carly’s story is one of hope and recovery, but some listeners may find parts of the conversation emotionally challenging.
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Adrienne Gold Davis sits down with author, educator, and recovery advocate Carly Israel. They discuss Carly’s battle with alcoholism and mental health, her journey through motherhood, and the wisdom she has gained.
They discuss the silence around addiction in Jewish families, the generational trauma carried by Holocaust descendants, and the awakening that comes with recovery. It is a story of survival, hope, and the promise of a brighter future. It’s about living wondrously, finding purpose in pain, and building resilience rooted in honesty, faith, and love.
Carly’s story is a source of enlightenment and guidance for parents and loved ones of those struggling.
Order the new Momentum book The Art and Practice of Living Wondrously, featuring Carly’s full essay, on Amazon today.
The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org
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For Jewish mothers with children age 18 and under
Participants only pay their acceptance fee and airfare
To participate in the Momentum Yearlong Journey, women must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
Mainly for the husbands of Momentum sisters
$900 for Momentum husbands
Each man get a scholarship of $2,100-$2,400
Partner Organization contributes $700 per man
The Israeli Government does not contribute to the Men’s Trips
To participate, men must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
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