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Mar 2024
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167. Reigniting Connection Post Trauma: ...

Monica Berg and Michael Berg
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Liel Shitrit and Shoham Cohen survived the Hamas attack at the Nova Music Festival in Israel on October 7th. They now travel the world to share their story of resilience, love, and Light with others. Join us for a very special conversation about their experience and the miracles they now find in everyday moments. Content warning: This episode contains depictions of graphic violence that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.



“I think connections are more important to me than money and work. I wake up every day and just smile because I woke up.” – Liel Shitrit

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