In this episode of the show, I schmooze with Shifra Ruth Corrigan (Christa), who is a convert to Judaism. Shifra is an ebullient, articulate person who expresses with great verve her passion for becoming a Jew and the beauty of the Jewish people and Israel. We discuss, her decision to convert which she describes as simply, “coming home.” She talks about her family and friend’s response to she becoming a Jew, and how she lost many friends after October 7th. Shifra expresses her great love of the mitzvoth (commandments), her favorite being Shabbat. She also talks to me about her business, ‘Hey Chai Hello,’ a Jewish and pro-Israel apparel brand that she says, “feels like a daily hug for your identity.” She says she doesn’t have a historic lineage of recipes or heirlooms, so she created her own – “something entirely new as a way to honor my soul’s journey back to HaShem (God).” She added, “That’s why every tee, sweatshirt, or art print is meaningful to me—it’s part of that reclamation and celebration.” Shifra is a life coach, a huge hockey fan (Go Knights), animal love and says, “I’m a big believer that life’s best lived barefoot and on purpose. She says, “At the core of everything I do is this simple truth: I’m a coach. I’m an artist. I’m a designer. I’m a small business owner. My name is Shifra Ruth bat Avraham v’Sarah, and I am a proud Jewish woman.” 🔑 What You'll Discover in This Episode: ✅Why Shifra chose to convert to Judaism and what “coming home” meant to her ✅Her deep love for mitzvot and the meaning behind Shabbat ✅How she responded to personal loss and anti-Israel backlash after October 7 ✅The story behind her brand Hey Chai Hello—a “daily hug for Jewish identity” ✅Shifra’s outlook on living with purpose, barefoot, and in full Jewish pride 👤 About Shifra Ruth Corrigan: Shifra is a life coach, artist, and founder of Hey Chai Hello, a Jewish and pro-Israel lifestyle brand rooted in pride, purpose, and authenticity. She is a convert to Judaism who shares her journey and creations to empower others on their path toward spiritual reclamation and joy. 💬 Join the Conversation: What part of Shifra’s story resonated with you most? Let us know in the comments—and share your own journey or reflections on Jewish identity. 🛍️ Explore Hey Chai Hello: / heychaihello 🌐 Connect with Shifra: / citylightslovin ——🎧 The Avrum Rosensweig Show —— A one-of-a-kind, intimate schmooze-fest, hosted and produced by the endlessly curious veteran radio and TV personality, Avrum Rosensweig. With warmth and wit, Avrum uncovers the secrets, dreams, and inner most thoughts of people from all walks of life. From local shelf stockers, plumbers, food servers to crossing guards, stars,public figures, and cultural icons. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @avrumrosensweigshow Listen to The Avrum Rosensweigh Show on: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LZFTR0... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://avrumspodcast.podbean.com/ TikTok:
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