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Dr. Lizzy Weisinger

Dr. Lizzy Weisinger

Dr. Lizzy Weisinger is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Elite Psychological Services in Los Angeles. Her private practice provides therapy individual, couples, and family. Dr. Lizzy is passionate about mental health and enjoys assisting people in making deep, meaningful changes in their lives. When Dr. Lizzy is not in the office, she enjoys a good cup of coffee, family time, spending time outdoors, and learning new things.

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we discuss the various emotions that one can be feeling during our current situation. Whether it is anxiety, grief, a deep sense of loneliness etc. Dr. Lizzzy shares tangible tools and tips that can help us process our various emotions. Citing numerous research based findings, Dr. Lizzy talks about the importance of gratitude, radical acceptance and how one can adopt a mindset of post traumatic growth. Even the busiest mom can benefit from Dr. Lizzy’s 30 second rule, which can help anyone regain their focus  and sense of calm.

Favorites:

Book: Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl

Place to unwind: Lake Tahoe, CA

Role model: her mom

You can find Dr. Lizzie at www.Elite-Psych.com

Resources:

To learn more about Dr. Kristen Neff and self compassion visit www.selfcompassion.org

Click here and here to read more about post traumatic growth.

To learn more about cultivating resilience click here.

Tips for managing anxiety:

Click here for a list of calming  activities that you can even enjoy doing with your kids. 

Click here to read about general coping strategies.

To learn more about my favorite method  to unwind (which is practicing  QiGong) click here.

To start a daily meditation practice that can take minutes click here.

To start and maintain a positive new habit click here.

Melody Aziz

Melody Aziz

Melody Aziz is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Fountain of Kindness. She was inspired to start the organization in honor of her two children and all Jewish children. 

“Fountain of Kindness is my way of teaching my children about giving back to the community, spreading kindness and encouraging others to do so too.”

Melody is responsible for the vision, strategy and fundraising of the organization. She oversees all operations of the organization and is an integral part of the success of its growth. Melody attended Queens College where she obtained a dual Bachelors in Speech & Language Pathology & Sociology.

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we talk about Melody’s non profit organization Fountain of Kindness. Melody started the organization as a means for people to help out those in need and it has grown to include hundreds of participants.From delivering groceries and meals to fundraising for needy families, Fountain of Kindness helps so many individuals and families in difficult situations. Having battled cancer, Melody understood the importance of support and social interaction that one needs when going through a challenging a time.

We chat about how her personal experience  with cancer gave Melody a fresh new perspective on life. Melody strongly believes that challenges bring out our inner strength and resilience.

Favorites:

City: Miami

Easy Dinner: shake ‘n bake

Role model: her mom

You can find Melody @fountainofkindness

Rebecca Chriqui

Rebecca Chriqui

Previously, the Senior Art Director for Spring, a shopping app and website that carries over 1500+ brands, Rudsak, a high-end fashion brand and Aldo Shoes, a leading international footwear and accessories retailer, Rebecca gained knowledge and experience in a fast-paced retail environment. With a formal multidisciplinary training in graphic design, industrial design, and web design, Rebecca is constantly nurturing the right side of her brain through research and travel. 

Rebecca is  also the co-founder of alcove, a series of intimate conversations with award winning podcasts. alcove features visionaries leaving their mark on the universe through their talent, boldness and appetite for making the impossible possible, with humility.

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we talk about  Rebecca’s start at Aldo Shoes where she worked as a creative director. A quick learner and team player Rebecca was able to wear many hats during that period and is grateful for the mentoring and camaraderie that she experienced while working for the company. Emphasizing hard work and the ability to be flexible when envisioning various brands aesthetics, Rebecca has since worked with Rudsak, Goodee, Vaaris etc.

Additionally, we talk about the difficulties Rebecca experienced transitioning into motherhood (Rebecca’s son Lev was born with multiple heart defects that led them to find a rare genetic disease) and her current situation which Rebecca  has learned to take day by day.  Focusing on what she can control, making a difference, connecting with others and creating conversations  are some of the key values that Rebecca lives by. 

Favorites:

City: Tokyo

Book: Creative Confidence by Tom Kelley, David Kelley  

Heart  Talk by Cleo Wade

Quote: “Work hard and be nice to people” “Focus on the things you can control”

Girl Boss: Cleo Wade 

You can find Rebecca at: www.rebeccachriqui.com

Rivky Itzkowitz

Rivky Itzkowitz

Rivky Itzkowitz is the founder of Impact Fashion, a line of size inclusive modest special occasion wear. She started Impact Fashion after being frustrated at the lack of modest clothing options that actually fit and decided to use her skills as a couture trained dressmaker and pattern maker to create the clothes she could never buy. Every item she designs is available in sizes 2-24 and can be found at impactfashionnyc.com.

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we talk about  how Rivky parlayed her love of fashion and sewing into a successful business. A key factor in Rivky’s success is her ability to understand draping, various body shapes and how certain cuts can be more flattering then others. We also discuss Rivky’s podcast Be Impactful where she interviews women who are making changes in their world. Learning from mistakes, managing expectations and being open to learning new skill sets are some of the points that we discuss.  

Favorites:

Books: Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, any book by Malcolm Gladwell

Podcasts: How I Built This  with Guy Raz ( NPR), Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard,The Unofficial Shopify Podcast 

Dinner: Takeout or sheet pan dinners

You can find Rivky @impact.fashion.nyc

Leah Loksen

Leah Loksen

Leah Loksen is a freelance hairstylist and wig stylist based out of Brooklyn, NY since 2009. Leah specializes in bridal hair and special event hair as well as a master wig specialist.

Fusing art and hair, Leah formulates the best look for each bride to have a distinct, individualized, cohesive look with her gown and veil of choice. Leah ensures that each bride’s unique beauty and features are maximized for her big day. 

With a curated selection of top quality wigs, Leah cuts, styles and customizes each wig so that every individual indeed feels as though they are wearing their own “hair.” Leah cuts dry to see exactly how much weight to remove and texture to add. 

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we talk about the importance of delegating and setting boundaries in our business. Leah shares her experiences in trying to be everything to everyone and how that left her feeling depleted and resentful. She has since implemented a whole different system in her business that allows her to be more productive and creative. We also chat about all things hair related: color, texture, what inspires Leah’s creations etc. 

Favorites:

Book: Drop The Ball by Tiffany Dufu

Easy Dinner: Trader Joe’s pizza dough 

Quote: The Man In The Arena  by Theadore Roosevelt

You can find Leah @salonleah

Yehudis Smith

Yehudis Smith

An early childhood educator for over 13 years, Yehudis has always cared deeply for the social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological  development of children and adults alike, and believes in the new generation’s ability to bring our world to the next level, with the help of consciously-adept adults. Yehudis has a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and is extensively trained in Conscious Discipline. She is the Owner & Operator of ImaginED Educational Consulting & Parent Coaching. Through her business, she goes into schools and homes and helps teachers, directors, and parents become the best they can be.  She is also an advocate for all people and spends whatever spare time she has helping abused women. Yehudis has 4 young children and has been happily married for 10 years. 

On this episode of Boss Maidel, we talk about the popular program ” Conscious Discipline” and how we can train ourselves to be aware of our emotions at any given moment as a parent. Treating ourselves with compassion and kindness, learning from our mistakes and modeling this behavior to our children are some of the key points mentioned. 

Favorites:

Quote: “A fall is never final unless you stay on the ground.”- Marie Forleo

( Also mentioned is poet Jasmin Kaur)

Book: Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo

Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow

Yossel Rakover Speaks to G-d by Zvi Kolitz

Parenting resources: Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline by Becky A. Bailey, the podcast Unruffled by Janet Lansbury

You can find Yehudis at @imaginedcoach

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