"Treat yourself as you would treat your daughter. How would I treat my daughter?" Dear Deena, that was a beautiful thought that I will take from your video. 💛
Ruta Tzeggai it most definitely was a beautiful thought by Deena considering her own mother did not treat her the way she deserved to be treated. It shows what a beautiful spirit she has in order to know how to be kind and graceful and loving in spite of her own upbringing.
tshalik right!? I felt the same way as you. It's such a "shameful" thing for people to talk about, but she did such a beautiful job of shedding those fears in order to help others and be an inspiration. Her bravery definitely inspired me very much.
Deena is a SURVIVOR. There is nothing more terrible than going to ones mother and stating that you are being molested, and they do not believe you. I'm glad when she was given the option to conform or leave, she left. Like a bird, she flew. I wish Deena happiness, good health and a long happy LIFE! MAZEL TOV,
Mary Jane Cornielle you are so right. I cannot imagine the pain she must have felt when she reached out to her mother and her mother sent her away and chose not to help her or believe her. She is a survivor!
the power in her being shamed about her own body for not covering her collarbone to being on camera uncovering way more than her collarbone. not because of abuse or being forced to do anything but because she can. beautiful. one of my favorites.
This made me cry. Her story is so sad yet probably the most inspiring thing I've seen. And though i haven't been through what she has, this shows me that i can recover. Ive had OCD all my life, but when my mom committed suicide when i was 12, I developed anorexia, body dysmorphia, social anxiety, self harm, and most recently, bipolar nos. For the past 2 years Ive been in and out of hospitals, and right now I'm trying to recover. What she said at the end about your stretch marks and scars showing the different parts of your life and who you are today was so amazing. I hate my stretch marks and scars, and that made me feel a little bit better about them. THANK YOU SO MUCH TO THIS WOMAN. You're amazing and you really did inspire me
Wow, Deena, you're an amazing person! You're going to be an excellent doctor. And don't worry about your age. I started med school when I was 29, after studying two totally different things. Where I live (Israel), med school is six years, and I had to take two years off in the middle because my major depression came back. So, I'm 37 now and taking my licensing exams. Age and experience will only make you a better doctor.
+rachel langley I think there are very few people who don't feel a little lost at the age of 19 ;0). From the age of 18 I: got a BA in Africana Studies and Jewish Civilization, moved to a new country and became fluent in the language, served in the air force, got a Practical Engineering degree in Sound, worked in stores, was in relationships and was single, lost friends and gained friends, raised gerbils and lovebirds, was majorly depressed and was OK. I don't regret any of it (although I would have liked to be without the depression...). You don't always have to know where you're going. Whether you're lost or you have a destination, enjoying the journey is what's important.
Rachel, I'm 29 and had some ups and downs in my life. But if I could give some advice to my 19 -year- old self it would be this. Whatever you're feeling, it's ok. You're not alone. Most of the people have been through it. This is the age when you're becoming a woman and an adult, and it's going to last for a few more years .The important thing is not to waste time-when I say waste time, I mean don't spend too much time hiding in your room with your computer, feeling insecure. Instead do something, do something for yourself. Spend time discovering who you are by doing things that interest you. Be consistent and don't be a perfectionist. And you'll be fine. (Of course, don't do stupid things, but if it happens, just move forward. Don't dwell on it.)
We have so much in common and I'm glad you've found healing too. I'm Jewish and survived childhood sexual abuse and ended up within an eating disorder too. I was in and out of hospitals for 15 years but was finally able to recover. It is been over 15 years. Right now I'm dealing with the toughest traumas but I am healing from that too. I wish you much joy in your life. What was meant to harm is now helping others to heal. May it continue to be so.
The healing that she has worked towards for herself will be multiplied tenfold in the healing she provides others. What a heartbreaking and beautiful story. I wish you all the best Deena!
so well said. there are really no words for how amazing she is. incredible courage in the face of horrific abuse (mainly emotional/psychological as well as physical). (has nothing to do with Judaism / abuse and mismanagement of cases/children is not the practice of Judaism) - really self made, so inspiring, so moving. W.O.W
I am amazed at the strength that this beautiful lady has. It leaves me completely petrified just the thought of everything she went through , I feel I probably would not have been strong to get up and survive her experiences. Congratulations, you are beautiful and truly a woman that deserves admiration. Keep going and inspire more women!
This is one of the best things I had the honour to listen and watch in my entire life. I wish I had even a tiny bit of your persistence, her courage and her strenght...you are truly beautiful in every way! Continue to love your self and to be your own daughter, you're doing amazing 💜
What a journey it sounds like you've been on, Deena. A very powerful story and woman it seems; I love what you said about your scars and body being kind of like a tribute to different parts of your life. I'm so moved by your story.
this helped me so much! I have an eating disorder, well actually I'm "recovered" but I often have these thoughts tat food is something I need to prove my discipline at and when she said "food is there to nourish us" and "I treat myself like my own daughter" I nearly cried cuz she's so right and I'm always gonna keep these words in my mind so when I'm thinking about starving myself again, I remember this and love and treat myself :)
😢I'm sorry for all the horrible things you've been through 💔 but your a lot stronger then you think. And you seem to be better today and I hope it stays that way for you. Sending love and respect your way✊️
Feeling moved so deeply by the openness of your share. I’ve been feeling really low, and your bravery feels contagious. You’re reminding me, what it’s like to not give up. Thank you for sharing. I’m so grateful.
You're a stranger to me but I genuinely care about you. I wish none of those things happened in your life but then you wouldn't be the beautiful inspiration that you are today. Thank you for sharing ♡
Thank you for the videos of real people who have overcome such immense challenges. Im glad she exposed these religious people who are not good, they are the ones that cause so much problems in the world. She is so smart, beautiful and I wish her all the love and fulfillment in her life. Her story of herself is amazing.
I loved this "my body has taken care of me and now I'm learning how to take care of my body" 💛 I love you and I respect you. You are an amazing woman, a Goddess 💖
I am very pleased that those who are so badly mistreated and neglected can have a way to speak out and be understood. I hope it helps others and the best would be if NO ONE would need to because human beings would stop believing their twisted "needs" are more important than another's dignity. why does one need to undress to get the message across and would men be expected to do the same? Just curious.
What a fighter. Hearing Deena's story was heartbreaking but seeing how she turned her life around is an inspiration and should remind us all that we can achieve anything in this life. Wish her lots of happiness and good health.
These all are amazing stories. Thank you for sharing them, for opening our eyes. The most important thing to me was that Deena said how she'd recovered - she started treating herself as imagined daughter with all the love that she had. It was beautiful and I feel her deeply.
Thank you for sharing your story Deena. You will make an excellent doctor and LOTS of people start medical school a little later than the conventional age group of 22-25. Because of your experiences you will LOVE medical school and you will LOVE your patients. Keep going!
Her story is so amazing and the things that she did make me , as a man, feel stupid and inadequate . Realizing that I'm 59 and have not progressed nearly as far in life, education, and personal growth as she has. She has been through so much more adversity than I ever have and has gone farther in life and become educated despite not graduating high school.
It’s interesting that she said treat yourself like you would treat your daughter, since her mother did not do right by her when she told her about the abuse. She’s definitely a warrior and I wish her continued success and happiness.
I'm so sorry. I'm so incredibly sorry that those things happened to you. I hope the day comes when you can expose that rabbi's name. He needs to made accountable for what he did to you and others. I'm glad that you've come out the other end of this tunnel. I know that doesn't make any of it okay.
Beautiful young woman. I am glad she left that cult. You can say what you want but that is what it is a cult. All the best to you Deena. There is a video whereby 4 others left their community. One young man just walked away and could not believe what the real world looks like. He said he is so happy now.
Sounds like her parents are partly to blame...her mum basically blamed/said she was lying about the abuse...Very brave beautiful women...I have PTSD from sexual assualt which triggered it but theres other truama aswell...x
Deena, you are going to be a wonderful doctor, compassionate, empathic and so basically healthy and strong! Let me know when you open your practice and I'll be your first patient--even if I'm not sick.
Based on a documentary about the hasids to be featured on Netflix, this insular community has very much kept the trauma of the Holocaust as the justification for sustaining their ultra insular status.
"I exist and therefore I'm good enough."
Possibly one of the best quotes I ever read
Is that still true, if it's said by Hitler, or Stalin.
i might get this as a tattoo
son tfgba are you good? you're doing a lot rn
son tfgba you know what, i'll pray for you.
This woman is our warrior. And her energy and aura is still so positive and lovely.
"Treat yourself as you would treat your daughter. How would I treat my daughter?" Dear Deena, that was a beautiful thought that I will take from your video. 💛
Ruta Tzeggai it most definitely was a beautiful thought by Deena considering her own mother did not treat her the way she deserved to be treated. It shows what a beautiful spirit she has in order to know how to be kind and graceful and loving in spite of her own upbringing.
She was so honest. That was totally refreshing to hear someone talk about abuse they've suffered but not relive it at the same time.
tshalik right!? I felt the same way as you. It's such a "shameful" thing for people to talk about, but she did such a beautiful job of shedding those fears in order to help others and be an inspiration. Her bravery definitely inspired me very much.
I agree, she did so well taking care of herself. That's how you know you're healing/healed. 😉👌
Deena is a SURVIVOR. There is nothing more terrible than going to ones mother and stating that you are being molested, and they do not believe you. I'm glad when she was given the option to conform or leave, she left. Like a bird, she flew. I wish Deena happiness, good health and a long happy LIFE! MAZEL TOV,
Mary Jane Cornielle you are so right. I cannot imagine the pain she must have felt when she reached out to her mother and her mother sent her away and chose not to help her or believe her. She is a survivor!
the power in her being shamed about her own body for not covering her collarbone to being on camera uncovering way more than her collarbone. not because of abuse or being forced to do anything but because she can. beautiful. one of my favorites.
She still has her orthodox accent. she is so strong and beautiful this story made me cry
This made me cry. Her story is so sad yet probably the most inspiring thing I've seen. And though i haven't been through what she has, this shows me that i can recover. Ive had OCD all my life, but when my mom committed suicide when i was 12, I developed anorexia, body dysmorphia, social anxiety, self harm, and most recently, bipolar nos. For the past 2 years Ive been in and out of hospitals, and right now I'm trying to recover. What she said at the end about your stretch marks and scars showing the different parts of your life and who you are today was so amazing. I hate my stretch marks and scars, and that made me feel a little bit better about them. THANK YOU SO MUCH TO THIS WOMAN. You're amazing and you really did inspire me
All the best for recovery, you can do it!!
Girl, love yourself, WE ALL HAVE SCARS AND ISSUES, even those that are the most beautiful.
thewhitebengaltiger
Thanks!
Lady Ventura Thanks so much x
i´m crying too, i know, send you all my heart, hang in there and meditate, it helps, i promise
What a fighter. She's been dealt some of the worst situations a human can be dealt and yet she's here. Something to inspire women everywhere.
Wow, Deena, you're an amazing person! You're going to be an excellent doctor. And don't worry about your age. I started med school when I was 29, after studying two totally different things. Where I live (Israel), med school is six years, and I had to take two years off in the middle because my major depression came back. So, I'm 37 now and taking my licensing exams. Age and experience will only make you a better doctor.
+rachel langley I think there are very few people who don't feel a little lost at the age of 19 ;0). From the age of 18 I: got a BA in Africana Studies and
Jewish Civilization, moved to a new country and became fluent in the language, served in the air force, got a Practical Engineering degree in Sound, worked in stores, was in relationships and was single, lost friends and gained friends, raised gerbils and lovebirds, was majorly depressed and was OK. I don't regret any of it (although I would have liked to be without the depression...). You don't always have to know where you're going. Whether you're lost or you have a destination, enjoying the journey is what's important.
+rachel langley you're welcome! Good luck to you in life!
+Deborah R Finkelman thank you! you gave me hope
+Sari Na you made me smile!
Rachel, I'm 29 and had some ups and downs in my life. But if I could give some advice to my 19 -year- old self it would be this. Whatever you're feeling, it's ok. You're not alone. Most of the people have been through it. This is the age when you're becoming a woman and an adult, and it's going to last for a few more years .The important thing is not to waste time-when I say waste time, I mean don't spend too much time hiding in your room with your computer, feeling insecure. Instead do something, do something for yourself. Spend time discovering who you are by doing things that interest you. Be consistent and don't be a perfectionist. And you'll be fine. (Of course, don't do stupid things, but if it happens, just move forward. Don't dwell on it.)
Brave brave Being. What an Inspiration. Thank you for sharing, Deena. Blessing your Journey of Healing
We have so much in common and I'm glad you've found healing too. I'm Jewish and survived childhood sexual abuse and ended up within an eating disorder too. I was in and out of hospitals for 15 years but was finally able to recover. It is been over 15 years. Right now I'm dealing with the toughest traumas but I am healing from that too. I wish you much joy in your life. What was meant to harm is now helping others to heal. May it continue to be so.
This story is riveting. You've come a long way than I could ever imagine a person would go through. I wish you the best of luck in medical school.
An interview of astounding profundity.Deena Chanowitz is a remarkable human being.
All I wanna do is hug this woman. Mazal tov Deena!! Whatever you decide to do, the world is a better place with you in it!
her story is so touching :( what an inspiring human being
um no?
What the hell is wrong with you?
I felt so much for her. To be shamed and reabused so much for a trauma...
Bless her.
The healing that she has worked towards for herself will be multiplied tenfold in the healing she provides others. What a heartbreaking and beautiful story. I wish you all the best Deena!
If she can survive through all that, I think I'll get through the stupid little things that I'm dealing with
I was thinking the SAME thing. She's very strong.
same
so well said. there are really no words for how amazing she is. incredible courage in the face of horrific abuse (mainly emotional/psychological as well as physical). (has nothing to do with Judaism / abuse and mismanagement of cases/children is not the practice of Judaism) - really self made, so inspiring, so moving. W.O.W
think her story makes her 10 times more beautiful...she's amazing x
same.
This is such an important and powerful interview, full of honesty, detail and transparency. Brave, Strong, Intelligent, Determined.
Wow.
Her story is a testament to the resilience of ones own precious spirit, so glad she found her way out.
I am amazed at the strength that this beautiful lady has. It leaves me completely petrified just the thought of everything she went through , I feel I probably would not have been strong to get up and survive her experiences. Congratulations, you are beautiful and truly a woman that deserves admiration. Keep going and inspire more women!
This is one of the best things I had the honour to listen and watch in my entire life. I wish I had even a tiny bit of your persistence, her courage and her strenght...you are truly beautiful in every way!
Continue to love your self and to be your own daughter, you're doing amazing 💜
I could listen to her talk forever... Such an amazing story
What a journey it sounds like you've been on, Deena. A very powerful story and woman it seems; I love what you said about your scars and body being kind of like a tribute to different parts of your life. I'm so moved by your story.
She's been through so much. I'm so happy she's in a better place now.
this helped me so much! I have an eating disorder, well actually I'm "recovered" but I often have these thoughts tat food is something I need to prove my discipline at and when she said "food is there to nourish us" and "I treat myself like my own daughter" I nearly cried cuz she's so right and I'm always gonna keep these words in my mind so when I'm thinking about starving myself again, I remember this and love and treat myself :)
😢I'm sorry for all the horrible things you've been through 💔 but your a lot stronger then you think. And you seem to be better today and I hope it stays that way for you. Sending love and respect your way✊️
Feeling moved so deeply by the openness of your share. I’ve been feeling really low, and your bravery feels contagious. You’re reminding me, what it’s like to not give up. Thank you for sharing. I’m so grateful.
Wow. Such a powerful story of recovery. Yes, Deena, you truly are a miracle!
this was so beautiful. i'm completely in awe of her strength and persistence, really just wow!!
You're a stranger to me but I genuinely care about you. I wish none of those things happened in your life but then you wouldn't be the beautiful inspiration that you are today. Thank you for sharing ♡
Thank you for the videos of real people who have overcome such immense challenges. Im glad she exposed these religious people who are not good, they are the ones that cause so much problems in the world. She is so smart, beautiful and I wish her all the love and fulfillment in her life. Her story of herself is amazing.
Very moving! Thank you for sharing your struggle and continued movement toward wholeness! Peace.
I loved this "my body has taken care of me and now I'm learning how to take care of my body" 💛
I love you and I respect you. You are an amazing woman, a Goddess 💖
Her beauty brought me to tears.
What an heroic young woman. I don't even know you, but I feel so proud of you!
Deena, you have truly overcome a lot! You are beautiful inside & out. Thanks for being such an inspiration
I am very pleased that those who are so badly mistreated and neglected can have a way to speak out and be understood. I hope it helps others and the best would be if NO ONE would need to because human beings would stop believing their twisted "needs" are more important than another's dignity.
why does one need to undress to get the message across and would men be expected to do the same? Just curious.
Men have done these videos as well.
This is absolutely insane. You are a phenomenally strong woman. People like you make me proud to be human
What a fighter. Hearing Deena's story was heartbreaking but seeing how she turned her life around is an inspiration and should remind us all that we can achieve anything in this life. Wish her lots of happiness and good health.
what a beautiful person, inside and out.
Wow, really moved by her story and the way she expressed this and told it.
These all are amazing stories. Thank you for sharing them, for opening our eyes. The most important thing to me was that Deena said how she'd recovered - she started treating herself as imagined daughter with all the love that she had. It was beautiful and I feel her deeply.
I think you just helped me write my college essay
i think u just gave me an idea for my college essay lol
What a story of courage and the power of the human spirit!!! Godspeed Deena!
So honest. You’re such a beautiful soul
Thank you for sharing your story Deena. You will make an excellent doctor and LOTS of people start medical school a little later than the conventional age group of 22-25. Because of your experiences you will LOVE medical school and you will LOVE your patients. Keep going!
Beautiful Deena! you are a wonderful inspiration to both male and females Many Blessings to you and thank you for sharing your story!!!
Wow. She's so beautiful, I just want to give her a hug.
May you always be blessed Deena! Thank you for sharing you are light and love!
Shalom,
Sarah BAHAR
What an amazing woman, so glad she was able to survive her abuse and succeed.
This is by far my favorite of the series. Amazing.
All of these are fantastic in their own way. But this is by far my favorite one.
This made me cry.
She is incredibly strong. Omg...
What an amazing and wonderful story of triumph over horror madness and sin. Thank you for the profile in courage this woman presents.
Wow. She's amazing. What an inspiring story. I could have listened to her a lot longer
wow, of all the stories on here, i think hers is my favorite. What an incredible journey and an incredible woman.
What a beautiful woman! Thank you for sharing your story with us. God bless you on your journey. ❤️
wow this is inspirational she is an inspiration
Another absolutely fascinating life story, thank goodness this lovely woman has survived & is thriving, thanks ladies for your inspiring channel. 🥰🙏
Her story is so amazing and the things that she did make me , as a man, feel stupid and inadequate . Realizing that I'm 59 and have not progressed nearly as far in life, education, and personal growth as she has. She has been through so much more adversity than I ever have and has gone farther in life and become educated despite not graduating high school.
This was super interesting and inspiring. Really enjoyed listening to this woman's story! So raw
Wow, this is such an inspiring story and she is an extremely strong and beautiful person.
this story brought me to tears. I'm sending you 1000 virtual hugs
So grateful for her and her story
amazing Deena massive hug, love and light. xx
Happy for you Deena. Hope you are doing well.
"I don't have to do anything to deserve. I exist and therefore I am good enough"
I'm so impressed. When she needed a hug, she got a smack. And she came back from all of that.
It’s interesting that she said treat yourself like you would treat your daughter, since her mother did not do right by her when she told her about the abuse. She’s definitely a warrior and I wish her continued success and happiness.
Incredible. Thank you.
Wow, you are so brave, you are a warrior. So so admirable what you have done to free yourself.
Wow I am so touched by this woman's life story and how amazing inspiring and beautiful she is :)
she is so inspiring oh my
I'm so sorry. I'm so incredibly sorry that those things happened to you. I hope the day comes when you can expose that rabbi's name. He needs to made accountable for what he did to you and others. I'm glad that you've come out the other end of this tunnel. I know that doesn't make any of it okay.
So inspiring! Much love to you 💕
I wish I can hug you Deena, sending you all the positive energy.. Be strong 😘😘
You are so awesome, thanks for inspiring, your a gift to this world !
Beautiful young woman. I am glad she left that cult. You can say what you want but that is what it is a cult. All the best to you Deena. There is a video whereby 4 others left their community. One young man just walked away and could not believe what the real world looks like. He said he is so happy now.
I'm not Jewish but I admire her courage, honesty and determination.
thanks for bringing light, life back again....
This woman is so beautiful! I just adore her heart so much.
You are so brave and so worthy. ❤️ Thank you for sharing your story.
This is amazing! Thank you Deena! So proud of you!
Sounds like her parents are partly to blame...her mum basically blamed/said she was lying about the abuse...Very brave beautiful women...I have PTSD from sexual assualt which triggered it but theres other truama aswell...x
Wow! Speechless. thank you
Deena, you are going to be a wonderful doctor, compassionate, empathic and so basically healthy and strong! Let me know when you open your practice and I'll be your first patient--even if I'm not sick.
What a horrible story I feel so bad for her ! No one should have to go through that.
absolutely inspiring. and eye opening as well.
You're an inspiration Deena.
I'm stunned by all the trauma she has suffered and how she is healing herself...
I adore this woman.
Where do you find all of these amazing women ?!! Her inner strength is truly inspiring !
this one was by far my favorite one, made me so emotional
Wow, honey. I'm sorry you went through all of that. You're so loveable & inspiring ✨
wow. stay strong and keep doing the things that you like.
Based on a documentary about the hasids to be featured on Netflix, this insular community has very much kept the trauma of the Holocaust as the justification for sustaining their ultra insular status.
Love to this lady, you are so inspirational and worth it ❤❤❤