The Deep Work of Healing – A Candid Conversation with Rabbi YY Jacobson

In this edition of Podcast “Heart 2 Heart”, Leigh Ioffe and Rabbi YY Jacobson go deep into the complex and courageous journey of mental health, suicide prevention, and inner healing. This full conversation includes profound insights on breaking stigma, navigating pain, and finding resilience through faith, community, and self-awareness. Together, they discuss:

🔹 The unspoken struggles many face in religious communities
🔹 How faith and spirituality can be a source of healing—or harm
🔹 Practical steps to support mental health in ourselves and others
🔹 Transforming pain into purpose with humility and strength

This extended conversation took place on 2 Nissan, 5785, March 31, 2025. It offers raw honesty, deep wisdom, and a message of hope for anyone seeking healing. The Long Short Road is a nonprofit dedicated to fostering resilience through suicide prevention and mental wellness education.

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