The Secret Journey of the Now Jewish Nanny: Falling in Love with Judaism One Step at a Time

I am so excited for you to see this week’s episode! We are walking through the heart of Jerusalem with the wonderful Adina Shoshana, known to many as the “Now Jewish Nanny.” You can watch here to see her first time ever at the Western Wall as a Jewish woman!

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You might have followed Adina for years when she was famously known as the “Non-Jewish Nanny.” While she was busy sharing the beauty of Jewish traditions with the children she cared for, she was quietly embarking on a “private miracle” of her own: a secret conversion to Judaism.

A Soul’s Homecoming

Adina chose to keep her journey private to protect her spiritual spark, and this episode marks the first time she has stepped foot in Israel as a member of the tribe. It was a “Ready, set, cry!” moment for me to witness!

In this episode, we sat down in the Rova to talk about:

The “Aha” Moment: How nannying for Jewish families actually sparked her own soul’s search.
The Big Secret: Why she felt it was so important to keep her conversion quiet until the time was right.
The First Prayer: Her deeply moving experience touching the stones of the Kotel (the Western Wall) for the first time as a Jew.
The Future: Her beautiful hopes for building her own Jewish family.

The Beauty of Choosing “Us”

Standing on the rooftop of the Aish World Center, Adina shared a blessing for the entire Jewish people that truly came from the heart. Whether you were born into this family, you’re “Jewish-ish,” or you’re just starting to explore your roots, Adina’s story is a powerful reminder of why we should all love being Jewish. 🕍

Don’t miss this one—it’s pure joy.

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Let’s Celebrate Our Heritage

Adina’s story reminds me that no matter where we start, we can always find our way home. I promise you’ll finish this episode feeling inspired to hold your traditions a little closer today.

Who’s with me? After you watch, I’d love to hear from you: What is one part of your Jewish identity that brings you the most “Joy”? Let’s share the inspiration in the comments!