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Truly Great Life

Hosted by Ilana Ivan · education · EN

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Wondering how to navigate this wild world? Join me in exploring how to answer this question through the lens of Jewish wisdom, positive psychology, personal experiences and a whole lot of optimism (not Pollyanish or toxic!) so you can create a life that's not just good, but truly great. Each episode will help you build your toolkit for handling the twists and turns of this wonderful, wacky life with bits of insight, perspective, practical tips, and normalizing and inspiring stories. If not now, when? Let's make the most of our time here!

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What is Truly Great Life about?

Wondering how to navigate this wild world? Join me in exploring how to answer this question through the lens of Jewish wisdom, positive psychology, personal experiences and a whole lot of optimism (not Pollyanish or toxic!) so you can create a life that's not just good, but truly great.

Who hosts Truly Great Life?

Truly Great Life is hosted by Ilana Ivan. The show has published 54 episodes to date.

What has Truly Great Life covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Some thoughts on how to tackle college essays" (20 May 2025, 9 minutes), "✨ Embracing Uncertainty, Rewriting Your Life's Script | Raw DMC with Penina Taylor" (13 May 2025, 70 minutes), and "[Recorded 10.1.24] Brief thoughts on the attack by Iran this morning" (6 May 2025, 3 minutes).

How often does Truly Great Life publish?

Truly Great Life publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 54 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Truly Great Life?

Booking probability for Truly Great Life is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Truly Great Life requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Truly Great Life's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for Truly Great Life are Religion & Faith. Truly Great Life has an education audience.

About the host

Ilana Ivan hosts Truly Great Life, an education podcast with 54 episodes published.

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    Some thoughts on how to tackle college essays

    May 20, 20259 minS0

    <p>Some thoughts on how to tackle the college application essay </p><p>#collegeadmissions #strengthsbased #coaching #graduation #careercoaching</p><p><br></p><p>Originally published August 30, 2024. Watch it here...

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    ✨ Embracing Uncertainty, Rewriting Your Life's Script | Raw DMC with Penina Taylor

    May 13, 20251h 10mS0

    <p>Who says you have to fit into somebody else's box? In this powerful RAW DMC (raw, real, deep meaningful conversation), Penina Taylor takes us on an extraordinary journey of personal growth, and radical reinvention...

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    [Recorded 10.1.24] Brief thoughts on the attack by Iran this morning

    May 6, 20253 minS0

    <p>Immediate thoughts on the morning (USA) that Israel was attacked by Iran, on the last day of the Jewish year 5784, in light of a social media campaign I was sharing for the month of Elul about how to connect with God...

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    RAW DMC #5 Unfiltered Truth: The Future of American Judaism with Aaron Weil

    Apr 29, 20251h 48mS0

    <p>In this 5th episode of RAW DMC (Raw, real, deep meaningful conversations), Jewish community leader Aaron Weil breaks down the critical challenges facing American Jewry in the 21st century. With over 30 years of...

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    Remembering 9/11 and thoughts on God

    Apr 22, 20258 minS0

    <p>Remembering 9/11 and thoughts on God</p><p>How can we believe when bad things happen? Why should we even try?</p><p><br></p><p>I used to work in the World Trade Center, in Tower 1 and Building 4 years before the...

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    Thoughts on perfection, doing the thing, social media and God

    Apr 15, 20258 minS0

    <p>Thoughts about perfection, doing the thing, and God. </p><p>#elul #spiritualawakening #connectingwithgod</p><p><br></p><p>Originally published September 6, 2024. Watch it here...

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    🔥 Are You Stuck in Your Own Personal EXILE? 🔥

    Apr 10, 20254 minS0

    <p>What if the key to your freedom is HIDDEN in a single word?</p><p>This Passover, I'm revealing a mind-blowing interpretation that could transform how you see your life's challenges.</p><p>One ancient Hebrew word...

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    Raw DMC #4: A conversation with Nadav Weil

    Apr 8, 20251h 44mS0

    <p>🌍 ADVENTURE, RESILIENCE & BREAKING BARRIERS 🌟</p><p>Imagine being told you'll never succeed, then proving everyone wrong.</p><p><br></p><p>In this latest RAW DMC (raw and real deep meaningful conversation), meet...

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    🌟 Welcome to the Month of Miracles! 🌟

    Apr 1, 20253 minS0

    <p>Nisan is here—the month of redemption, transformation, and open miracles. ✨ Just as our ancestors broke free from Egypt, this is your time to step into your own personal Exodus.</p><p><br></p><p>💭 What miracle are...

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    RAW DMC #3: A conversation with Ariela HaLevi

    Mar 25, 202550 minS0

    <p>🌟 Ready to dive into a soul-stirring conversation? Join me for this RAW DMC (raw, real, deep meaningful conversation) with Ariela HaLevi, a healer, teacher, and spiritual mentor who blends Shamanic Kabbalah, somatic...

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    What hill are you willing to die on?

    Mar 18, 202510 minS0

    <p>What hill are you willing to die on?</p><p>What about our kids?</p><p>Sharing some thoughts about this well-known phrase to hopefully getcha thinkin' about it as well. </p><p>We can't be on automatic pilot...

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    RAW DMC #2: A conversation with Jackie Hafter

    Mar 11, 20251h 48mS0

    <p>Discover the power of resilience and hope in my latest episode of RAW DMC (Raw, real, deep meaningful conversations) with blogger Jackie Hafter. 🌟 </p><p>Jackie shares her incredible journey through life's toughest...

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    Surprise at Trader Joe's

    Mar 5, 20252 minS0

    <p>My first time trying a "Live" on Facebook - oh man am I old :) - from August 27, 2024</p><p><br></p><p>Sometimes it's the little things that can make a difference.</p><p><br></p><p>Watch the original here...

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    Parenting + Choice + Authority

    Mar 4, 20259 minS0

    <p>Short, slightly rambling pre-Shabbat message about parenting and what we turn to / tune into.</p><p><br></p><p>Originally published July 19, 2024. Watch it here...

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    From Trauma to Healing: Jewish Identity After October 7th | RAW DMC with Rena Shoshana

    Feb 25, 20251h 28mS0

    <p>Introducing RAW DMC - raw, real, deep meaningful conversations with people who have faced challenges, taken the road less traveled, embraced risks and made changes without guarantees, while pursing their vision of a...

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    You Are Like a Tree in the Field - a Tu Bishvat Message

    Feb 18, 202516 minS0

    <p>Check out this message of hope and renewal during the winter season, drawing from the Jewish holiday of Tu BiShvat, the New Year of the Trees. </p><p><br></p><p>We'll explore the metaphor of trees and how it relates...

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    Why The Ten Commandments Matter Today

    Feb 11, 202531 minS0

    <p>Why the 10 Commandments Matter Today</p><p>Think they're too old and irrelevant?</p><p>Discover why the 10 commandments are more relevant than ever - yes, for you personally.</p><p><br></p><p>For an easy way to learn...

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    Jewish American Heritage Month and the National Day of Prayer

    Feb 4, 202512 minS0

    <p>Originally recorded May 2, 2024</p><p><br></p><p>Jewish American Heritage Month - Fun Fact #1: Day of Prayer</p><p>Did you know May 2nd is the National Day of Prayer?</p><p>Learn about a Jewish prayer for the United...

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    "Get your act together" - helpful or not?

    Dec 22, 202411 minS0

    <p>Join me as I spontaneously reflect on the phrase "Get your act together", and share a heartfelt wish for meaningful and joyful celebrations this holiday season. </p><p><br></p><p>May 2025 be...

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    30 Ways to Stronger Days: Way #30 - Structures and Surroundings

    Dec 20, 202425 minS0

    <p>In this final episode of the series 30 Ways to Happy Stronger Days, I dive into the importance of our surroundings and how they shape our experiences. From the jewelry we wear to the art on our walls, these seemingly...

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