Embodied Judaism

About Embodied Judaism

I was raised totally secular, but after a Crohn’s diagnosis and an invitation for deep, full-body & soul healing, I turned to plant medicine… & found my way to a more observant Jewish life. One that only works because it’s fully authentic. Now, so much of how I experience life is Jewishly rooted—and it's through the lens of the healing world I came from. My wedding and weekly Shabbat is as powerful and transformative as my experiences with ayahuasca & peyote. Ritual isn’t just tradition—it’s somatic, transformative, alive. 🎧 Tune in & experience Jewish wisdom, as ceremony, as healing.

Publisher

Jessie Gerzon

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Feb 2025

Latest episode

8 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Apr 2026

   S2, Ep. 2 Following Your Path Outside of all Boxes & Dance of the Omer with Rabbi Benji Elson

   Rav Benji Elson, LMSW is a passionate instructor of embodied Jewish practice, a psychotherapist, an author, a musician, a Jewish environmental educator, and a transformative experience facilitator who has been privileged to share his impactful self-transformation and Jewish psychology teachings globally, including in cities across the U.S., Israel, the UK, Canada, Mexico, Turkey, Finland, Zambia, South Africa, and India. Benji's acclaimed book and course, Dance of the Omer, integrates Jewish psychology, kabbalah, chassidut, embodied practices, meditation, state-of-the-art therapeutic modalities, and nature connection, offering participants a unique path to personal transformation. He is currently writing a second self-transformation guidebook on Elul and Tishrei (the High Holidays). As a psychotherapist, Benji works with individuals, couples, and families, utilizing a diverse array of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, IFS, DBT, CBT, KAP, NLP, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Regressions, and more. Rabbi Benji is also the co-founder and director of Sod Siach, an innovative EcoTorah Discovery Program that combines weekly text-study classes, hands-on workshops, and experiential field trips to promote sustainable Jewish living through Torah & the Land. Previously, Benji served as Educational Director and Lead Transformational Facilitator of Shebet Haaretz, leading transformational Jewish jungle expeditions to reconnect participants with themselves, spirituality, Judaism, and the world. On a more personal note, Benji’s colorful life experiences include living in two veggie-oil-fueled mobile homes, shepherding goats in the Jerusalem hills, meditating in Indian ashrams, living & working on Jewish farms around the globe, and volunteering in remote African villages. Connect with Benji here His website (https://www.elson-psychotherapy.com/) His instagram (https://www.instagram.com/benji_elson?igsh=Ymc1bGlxdjB1aG9o)

2. 

   6 Mar 2026

   S2, Ep. 1: Cracking Shells & Opening Channels: Tu B'Shvat & the Tree of Life with Eli Witkin

   Hey everyone, I’m back. I launched Embodied Judaism in February 2025, recorded consistently through July, and then life… really lifed, and I took a hiatus. I’m returning now at the end of January 2026 (almost a full year later) to begin what I’ll call unofficial Season 2, and I’m genuinely so excited to be sharing the podcast here on Substack. So so so much has changed since last year. I have updates, stories, and new teachings I can’t wait to bring you. Thank you for being here, and welcome (back) to Embodied Judaism. 💛 In this “unofficial Season 2” opener, I’m joined by my friend Eli Witkin for a deep, practical, and mystical conversation about Tu B’Shvat — not as “Jewish Earth Day,” but as a serious spiritual technology. Eli is known for hosting a deep & powerful Tu B’Shvat Seder (the kind people try to get a seat at). We talk about what makes a ritual container work: candlelight, pacing, boundaries, beauty, and how intention moves through the senses. Together we explore: Tu B’Shvat as “medicine without medicine” The Pri Etz Hadar (https://opensiddur.org/compilations/table-guides-and-haggadot/tu-bishvat-seder/pri-ets-hadar/) and the origins of the Tu B’Shvat Seder The Four Worlds (Asiyah / Yetzirah / Briyah / Atzilut) through fruit + wine “Cracking shells” and removing pits Shefa, Yesod, and the cosmic tikkun/fixing idea of “opening channels” for blessing and renewal Why tradition needs both chesed (flow) and gevurah (structure) How cycles, seasons, and Jewish time teach us to live more truthfully We close with a blessing for renewal- personal, communal, and cosmic- as the sap begins to rise. Chag Sameach and welcome back to Embodied Judaism.

3. 

   1 Aug 2025

   Ep. 19 Individual Soul Expression with Rabbi Peretz

   It was a real gift to delve into the profound journey of mind-body connection and personal growth with Rabbi Peretz. Rabbi Peretz shares some of how his own personal exploration has led to transformative experience. Rabbi Peretz shares his insights on balancing practice with everyday life, the importance of authenticity in non-dogmatic Judaism, and the role of music and movement in connecting the body and soul. Join us as we get a small glimpse of his path to personal breakthrough and the power of living an intentional, authentically Jewish life. Peretz is a one-of-a-kind, unique Rabbi who meets you exactly where you are. Need a concierge Rabbi? Spiritual motivation? Psychedelic support? For over 20 years, Peretz has been a rabbi outside the Synagogue, understanding that there is a need for Jewish life beyond the walls of traditional religious practices. Passionately guiding, mentoring, and teaching those seeking something real. Rabbi Peretz does Jewish events tailored to your needs. Guides individuals in plant medicine experiences. Coaches you to your spiritual center. Peretz means breakthrough, and that’s the heart of his work: helping you break through limiting beliefs, outdated paradigms, and spiritual stagnation—so you can step fully into the life you’re meant to live. (https://www.rabbiperetz.com/) and Follow him on IG here! (https://www.instagram.com/rabbiperetz)

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