IDF Life vs. Family Life: How They Balance Both | Avigal & Arky Staiman | Stories of Hope with Tzipora Grodko

We’ve heard countless stories about October 7th—of loss, challenges, miracles, and battles. Yet, one perspective remains untold: how the choice to go into battle profoundly impacts a marriage. Arky Staiman, originally from Baltimore, Maryland, was a paratrooper who later returned to the reserves as part of a unit dedicated to retrieving fallen soldiers. Since his first trip to Israel at 13, he felt deeply connected to the land. Avigail, raised in Teaneck, NJ, also felt Israel calling her heart and left an engineering degree at Johns Hopkins to restart her studies, and build a new life in Israel. In this powerful interview, Arky and Avigail share their extraordinary journey in detail, including living apart for over 300 days while Arky is at war. They open up about navigating the challenges of separation, the struggle to live independently, and the process of reconnecting as a married couple. Throughout this account, Arky emphasizes that a soldier's strength is deeply tied to his wife's support. He shares how the challenges of war are bearable only when a soldier knows his wife is steadfastly behind him. Despite witnessing the unimaginable, Arky has devoted himself to becoming an international beacon of hope, using social media to spread positivity, resilience, and strength through tone of the most difficult periods the Jewish people have ever faced. If you’ve ever struggled to appreciate your spouse, overcome conflicts, or simply cherish what you have in life, this episode will leave a lasting impression you’ll never forget. This episode was brought you in part by: ►PZ Deals Download The PZ Deals App and Never Pay Full Price Again https://app.pz.deals/install/soh _____________________________ ►Transform Your Marriage with Dr. David Lieberman Watch an exclusive online course by Dr. David Lieberman, a renowned psychotherapist, best-selling author, and leading researcher in human behavior and relationships. https://www.shalombayiscourse.com/ _____________________________ ►Pizza Biza Delight your guests with our expansive menu and a culinary experience that exceeds expectations. https://www.pizzabiza.com _____________________________ ► Raquel Couture: Your destination for exclusive bridal gowns, evening gowns, and ready to wear dresses. Offering a wide range of prices to suit every budget without compromising on quality or style!⁠ ⁠⁠Follow @raquel_couture on instagram for behind the scenes and to be updated on daily new arrivals! 5% off ready to wear and evening-wear when you mention Stories of Hope https://www.instagram.com/raquel_couture/profilecard/?igsh=NmJibmZ4dWI4NDd2 Or visit our website https://www.raquelcouture.com _____________________________ ► Better than a Segulah When one is faced with life challenges, the merit of Torah learning can effect miraculous salvations. Whatever your need – shidduchim, parnassah, zera kayama, health, nachas from one’s children – the merit of Torah study is a segulah you will want to rely upon. We understand your needs and provide a wide range of options to meet those needs. Whatever the circumstance, we can guide you to an appropriate course of Torah study to be completed by our team of elite Torah scholars. Let us help you help yourself. Order your personalized Torah Study program today. https://betterthanasegulah.org/ ________________________________ ►Ketubah.com Order Your today Ketubah at https://ketubah.com/ Use promo code SOH15 for free shipping! __________________________________ ►Live Better Academy Join the Live Better Academy Today https://calendly.com/tziporagrodko/15-minute-course-consultation?month=2024-10