Seeing The Good Amidst The Challenge of Her Life | The Story of Rivka Shotkin
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 พ.ย. 2022
- Rivka Shotkin, a 16-year-old teenager living in Passaic, NJ, is the youngest guest yet on the Meaningful People Podcast. As a result of a devastating skiing accident that severed her spinal cord, she is paralyzed from the chest down. In this episode, she vulnerably shares her story and the struggles through her journey that will leave you crying, smiling, and truly inspired.
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BEST EPISODE BY FAR!!!! This girl is so inspiring for young and old!! Just wow!!!
Rivka is precious, infectious smile, beautiful glowing person. May Hashem bless her with much happiness and ability over the years.
May Rivkah have a complete refuah and continue to be such a powerful inspiration to all, for any challenges that confront us
Rivkah has got such a fun personality and great outlook! Thanks for having her as a guest.
Wow Rivka is amazing
I’m an old Bubby and I just found myself a 16 year old Rebbitzin. Rivka you rock!
What a phenomenal young woman!! She should become a motivational speaker -especially to our own Jewish teens! May Hashem continue to bless her and support her as she grows older.
I'm just absolutely blown away! Rivka, you are a beautiful human being and such an inspiration. May Hashem grant you the koach to continue facing your challenges with simcha and positivity.
Wow, just wow. What an inspiration this strong, courageous and funny young woman is.
You are amazing Rivka!! I am so inspired by you!!!!
She’s my favorite meaningful guest so far 😍
Amazing! I met Rivka in Camp Simcha, and I remember being blown away by her story. She is so confident, chilled, and down-to-earth. Such an inspiration for us all.
Me too
Wow so impressive!! Taking in all the inspiration from Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺 my husband and I are big fans of the show and Rivka is amazing 👏 bH taking on to be more grateful
Hashem should continue to give you the strength to accomplish all that you'd like to in your future! You are amazing Rivka and have an amazing strength of Emunah that some people double you're age have difficulty accomplishing! Hatzlacha!
It's like this entire podcast/story is a black and white picture yet with endless splatters of colorful paint that just makes it so so uplifting..her witty sense of humor and smile literally are priceless and makes the episode. May she merit and experience only joyous events from here!
Wow meaningful people is an understatement ! Who would believe the most inspiring podcast was from the youngest guess ! Thanks for making these video’s and finding such awesome people !
Rivkashotkin ur amazing such an inspiration and my role model
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Wow no words to try to be more positive and not take life for granted even when your kids are giving you a difficult time
This is on another level! Hope she understands how impactful and inspiring her attitude is to others!
I learn from this story never to complain anymore. Rivka you are an amazing beautiful young lady, my best wishes to you & all my love to you
She is one awesome kid and an inspiration to all!
Without exaggeration, that was probably the most inspirational interview I have heard in my lifetime. I am floored by such a young woman’s depth of character. Her wisdom and ability to not only accept, but appreciate life’s curveballs is wildly impressive. I love the way she articulates her emunah in such an unwavering but yet lighthearted way. May Hashem continue to bless her.
SO Well Said- Can I copy & Paste to share?
incredibly inspiring she seems so brave; Her grandparents( the deitches) were good friends of ours. may Rivka have a refuah shlamah . may she bring an inspiring perspective you young and old people alike !
Rivkah, you are an inspiration. You have grown tremendously and, just wow! Thank you!
So incredibly inspiring to hear Rivka share her story with such honesty and courage. May Hashem continue to bless you Rivka, with siyatta dishamaya with your continued choice and inner strength and emunah to reframe your challenge and live your life b'simcha. Sending much love and strength to you from London, UK.
So inspirational. You can learn so much from someone so young. Yashir koach
Thank you
My outlook on life has dramatically changed due to her. The most powerful person you guys had on the podcast. I still can't find the words to describe, I need time for this podcast to sink in. Thank you for sharing.
wow im bolwn away your incredible Rivka! Keep being the most amazing YOU
Thanks so much for the shout-out! I am truly humbled by being featured on your podcast as a grateful Touro University graduate.
Rivka is an amazingly inspirational young lady,but I was also impressed by the interviewers,superbly well prepared wuestions
Wow, just wow. She is so inspiring.
Don’t be afraid of the pain.
You are an angel. You are amazing.
A special soul.
I fell you came to this world to teach us “normal” people how to live.
Thank you.
Thanks for this episode! Had my son see it too! I do want to mention that the same way that her neshama chose this challenge for her lifetime so too her siblings , parents, friends neshama s also chose as part of their life story to have their sister/daughter/ friend go thru a crisis.
What an extraordinary podcast
(I am on the Tehillim chat for Rifka Shotkin)
I once heard something so profound.
Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional .
Perfect example- Rifka Shotkin.
What is her name for Tehillim?
@@deborahy4960 rivka bas Shoshana
@@etheunicorn thank you
How do I get on the tehillim chat?
Rivka I don't have words to say how awesome I think you are. Your attitude is admirable beyond belief, your personality charming, your words are wise and you are just so likeable!! Hashem should bless you to have fulfilled all the desires of your heart for the good bzH.
My favorite episode! Watching it again now! Thank you
Truly inspired!! I never comment but you are a true inspiration Rivka!! Best podcast yet!! I found my self laughing and crying throughout…
What an inspiring, insightful, joyful and strong young woman.
Thank- you for this interview.
May Hasem give her the direction, focus and open doors for the desires of her heart to be fulfilled.
Wow she is so positive and she is definitely such a big inspiration May Hashem help us all that we should be able to be happy always even with our struggles thank you guys for this video and all the other ones
You are awesome, what an inspiration! Keep being you! Keep sharing you! You have so much to give!
What an inspiration to listen to Rivka! What an amazing person we can really learn from her!
Rivka wow!!! So so inspiring 😭❤
What a great interview I am inspired by Rivka I lived in Passaic for many years so I feel a connection to her ..the guys who did the interview are also amazing..keep smiling Rivka your awesome
Wow rivka ur so inspirational 👏
This is by far the best episode. I was choked up by her inspiration. So much laughter it is trully amazing. Please set a tzedakah campaign to help offset the costs she has and if you can post the link for it.
See podcast description for link!
Wow such an amazing inspiring interview 👏 she was so funny and fun!! I learnt a lot from Rivka!!! Thank you for interviewing her ❤️ and can't wait for her merch!!
Got chills. This is really powerful episode!!
Incredibly inspirational‼️
Incredible story with Rivka!
The most "meaningful person" yet. Bless her and bless you for having her on your show. ❤
This was an amazing episode, wishing Rivka everlasting happiness and all the brochos in life. May Hashem always bless you!
Yes you can do med school. Go Rivkah I am cheering you on!
Well, clearly I have nothing to complain about! This girl is overflowing with life, positivity, and ........lots of other great stuff!!
SIXTEEN!!! How does someone so young be so wise, so mature, so endearing. Not real!!! What an amazing future lies in store for you, and for those people who will have the privilege to be in your circle.
ַwow so powerful messages thanks!!
wow. just wow! Thank you Rivka nd MPP! I want to meet you one day! You gave me some good laughs and a lot of inspiration!
Fave meaningful minute episode yet!!!!! So inspiring
Such a good episode!! So much to learn from her!! Keep going Rifka!!!
What an inspiration - such a beautiful young lady who simply oozes with positivity optimism and a love of life! Credit to her parents family and community. May she continue to reach all the milestones that she so desires surrounded by her friends and all who are so deeply affected by her magnetism and beautiful spirit. Please send the link for the fundraiser.
Amazing young lady!
What an inspirational interview.
very beautiful interview, handled with sensitivity and understanding and hope.
Wow! Thank you for saving my day! refuah shelaima
Thanks sooo much for your inspiration and honesty. I wish you good healthy life and HaShem should grants you with everything you want BZH. 🙏🥰💝❣️🎸
Rivka Shotkin - one of most powerful people on earth.
Thank you Rivka for inspiring me🙏💚
God will bless you and fulfill all your dreams, you surly deserved for. 🎁🎀🎊🎉🥇
What a beautiful and inspiring young woman!
Great episode 👏
I am in SO Much Awe!! I live in Passaic & I will reach out to Rivka, after this epIsode. After I made a post about Bike 4 Chai , a fellow resident mentioned Rivka to me. She is Amazing & So Mature. I’m also appreciating as much as I can, since I’m experiencing a Néw degenerative disease.
Truly inspiring!!!!!
The Most inspiring and meaningful switch of perspective i have ever had in my entire life !
A huge yesherkoyach to you young lady and to the meaningfulpeople podcast !!! 👏🏻
Woah. She is so inspirational!
Tysm for this episode it really gave me a lot of Chizik because l go through a lot of challenges every day with dealing with a degenerative disease.
Commentators: We're lucky that you're here
Rivka: You are
best episode
Wow wow wow! Blown away!
You are going to be a change agent my child!
No words!!!!!!!!!!
Wow just wow!!!! Much hatzlacha rabah iy'H for her.
I have been there , had a horrific accident 10 years ago, need 50 surgeries...we are in a unique trauma club, w divine insights, learn them without joining the club!
What a powerful story! Mi kamcha Israel!
WOW!! I'm speechless! What a BLESSING! I feel so honored to have been given the opportunity to be able to step into your sacred space Rivkah!! Not stam!! I am in Awe!! You are a TRUE role model! I feel embarrassed in a MOST humbling & GOOD WAY! 😊 Tysm Rivkah!! This was VERY POWERFUL!!
.... WITHOUT you even KNOWING or meaning to ... I just got mussar in a MOST LOVING & PLEASANT manner!! & The BEST part was....I didn't see it coming!! 😂
TYSM!! I NEEDED THAT!! 👏 👏 👏
Your words were SHARP & GENIUS! They were SIMPLE & VERY MATTER OF FACT!
I'M FLOORED & VERY GRATEFUL!!
It's AMAZING how you were able to teach me (remind me) how to IyH be able to have a MOST BEAUTIFUL life ( the way Hashem intended me to) in just one sitting!!
It's CRAZY how I can sometimes make my life so complicated!! 😅
TIZKU LMISVOT Meaningful People Podcast! Unbelievable!!👍
U guys are AWESOME!!
May Hashem continue to BLESS u Rivkah & your family with the most BEAUTIFUL & BLESSED life possible in EVERY WAY!! ❤️ WOW! WOW! WOW!! 🥰
Besorot TOVOT BeH Bekarov!!💞
& May it be BESHAA TOVA UMEBORECHET BEH!! 💜
Is there a place where people can help pay her medical bills,for sure people will want to help!
Please update us @meaningfulminute
Can her family open a gofundme? Everyone really willing to help! Rivka is amazing!
See podcast description for link
@@MeaningfulPeople Wow. No words!! So inspiring to hear a young woman!!
Would your audience be interested to read books from people who went through challenging times? Would you like to receive assistance to arrange to get some more girls on the podcasts to talk about emotional/mental difficulties? Staying strong with various challenging experiences, such as overcoming addictions such a food or gaming? Childhood trauma? Staying inspired during rehabilitation and therapy for sexual abuse. Don't we all know people who can share their exceptional stories to inspire others?! Let's do this!
Would your audience be interested to hear from older singles who stay positive amongst the many years of searching, etc.? Feel free to comment below, to follow up.
@@monkeybizz77 ¿
Wow powerful
Love you
Obviously Rivkas message is incredible. But something struck me that we as a community must consider. This beautiful neshama was happier as a quadriplegic than she was as a healthy girl who was made to feel “ less than” because of school rejection. I think our mosdos must hear this. How can it be that even this summer ( after all the work put in to try to avoid this) I am hearing about children who don’t yet have a school. Rivka is proof that the impact of this issue goes very very deep in the hearts of our children
Where’s the link to donate for her medical bills/ equipment?
See podcast description for link
When asked about her reaction to frightening situations she said that she laughs. When שרה אימנו was notified by the angels that she’d give birth at the age of 90 she began to laugh. She’s asked למה זה צחקה שרה? And is ultimately criticized for what seems to be a lack of faith. She replies: לא צחקתי כי יראה meaning I didn’t laugh, rather I was afraid to which the response comes: לא כי צחקת affirming, in fact that she did laugh. I’ve always thought to move the comma in the verse to read: לא, צחקתי כי יראה saying instead that she did laugh but not as an expression of questioning her ability to give birth but out of fear, anxiety and nervousness
Thank you for sharing
Wow
best ever
חיזקת אותי מאוד
תודה רבה
You have the most amazing guests on your show! If you are able to take some constructive criticism - I would suggest that the hosts do less talking and just allow the guests to shine- knowing when to just be quiet is what makes a good talk show host great
Channeling Jordan Pederson: “Go make your bed”. 😎
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Can you interview rabbi yaniv meirov?
My inspiring cousin
Yes I asked you in the other interview but you didn't reply could you interview mordichai Ben David
Shavua Tov …. And Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz please …….
Yeah 👍
36': "everyone has a handicap, for some it's exterior, visible, for others it's interior"
A silly question
Do the Shotkin family still go skiing?
Wow. No words!! So inspiring to hear a young woman!!
Would your audience be interested to read books from people who went through challenging times? Would you like to receive assistance to arrange to get some more girls on the podcasts to talk about emotional/mental difficulties? Staying strong with various challenging experiences, such as overcoming addictions such a food or gaming? Childhood trauma? Staying inspired during rehabilitation and therapy for sexual abuse. Don't we all know people who can share their exceptional stories to inspire others?! Let's do this!
Would your audience be interested to hear from older singles who stay positive amongst the many years of searching, etc.? Feel free to comment below, to follow up.
13:09 wasnt that about eli beer?