In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we explore what truly makes marriage “great,” from the sacred concept of soulmates to practical skills for everyday harmony. Our guests—Rabbi Manis Friedman, Rabbi Shais Taub, and somatic healer Miriam Racquel Feldman—challenge the idea that marriage is about personal gain or mere happiness. Instead, they show how viewing marriage as a shared mission—anchored in spiritual purpose and mutual respect—can transform conflict into connection and routine coexistence into genuine intimacy.
We discuss the difference between love and oneness, how to create a safe emotional space at home, and why authentic growth often emerges from life’s toughest moments. Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in-between, this conversation offers uplifting insights and practical wisdom for building a grounded, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling marriage.
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This episode is also filmed in honor of the Shloshim (30 days since passing) of Rabbi Shai’s Taub’s father, Gershom Yosef Ben Avraham OB’M. May his soul have an elevation and his family be comforted.
GUEST BIOS
RABBI MANIS FRIEDMAN
A world-renowned author, teacher, and speaker famous for his provocative wit and wisdom—and the most popular rabbi on YouTube. He serves as dean of Bais Chana Institute of Jewish Studies, founded the nonprofit It’s Good to Know, and has authored multiple books including The Joy of Intimacy and Doesn’t Anyone Blush Anymore?
Find his work here: https://itsgoodtoknow.org/
RABBI SHAIS TAUB
A popular scholar and teacher of Jewish mysticism, renowned for his contributions to Jewish recovery. He authored the bestselling G‑d of Our Understanding: Jewish Spirituality and Recovery from Addiction, lauded by the late Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski.
Find his work here: https://www.soulwords.org/
MIRIAM RACQUEL FELDMAN
A Somatic Healer, Trauma & Anxiety Specialist, and Marriage Coach, Miriam Racquel Feldman empowers women to trust themselves through the wisdom of their body and intuition. She’s an international certified coach, master somatic/mindbody healer, writer, speaker, and creator of YourMarriageMagic.
Find her work here: https://www.miriamracquel.com/
EPISODE SPONSOR
Immediately after the funeral of his wife, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe established a tzedaka fund in her memory, Keren Hachomesh—an acronym of her name. This fund supports various causes related to Jewish women and girls, from mikvehs and hachnosas kallah to educational opportunities. The Rebbe transformed personal loss into a living legacy for Jewish women everywhere.
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CHAPTERS
00:00:08 - 00:10:00 – Introduction
00:10:00 - 00:20:00 – Why Marriage? Mission vs. Happiness
00:20:00 - 00:30:00 – Soulmates & Selflessness
00:30:00 - 00:40:00 – Somatic Healing & Emotional Triggers
00:40:00 - 00:50:00 – Respect, Dignity & True Intimacy
00:50:00 - 01:00:00 – Conflict as a Path to Growth
01:00:00 - 01:10:00 – Reframing Love: Beyond Personal Gain
01:10:00 - 01:20:00 – Safety at Home & Authenticity
01:20:00 - 01:30:00 – Hardships & Spiritual Development
01:30:00 - 01:40:00 – Give & Receive: Balancing Needs
01:40:00 - 01:50:00 – Love, Oneness & Ego
01:50:00 - 02:00:00 – Avoiding the “Trophy” Mindset
02:00:00 - 02:10:00 – Childhood Wounds & Marriage Dynamics
02:10:00 - 02:20:00 – Somatic Tools & Practical Tips
02:20:00 - 02:28:00 – Final Takeaways & Wrap-Up