Couple Discusses Religious Observance, Relationship Dynamics, and Career Paths
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Julia Shachar and Yogev Malka discussed their religious practices, including observing Niddah, and how it enhances their intimacy. Malka spoke about his personal faith and managing jealousy during Shachar's participation in "Dancing with the Stars." The couple also addressed their eight-and-a-half-year age gap and their respective career journeys. They are now collaborating on business ventures, including a lecture and a health app.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Julia Shachar and Yogev Malka discussed their observance of Niddah, stating it enhances intimacy and desire.
- Yogev Malka explained his personal faith and the effort required to manage jealousy during Shachar's dance competition.
- The couple addressed their eight-and-a-half-year age difference, emphasizing mutual understanding over societal norms.
- Shachar shared her childhood struggles with poverty after immigrating from Ukraine.
- Malka detailed his career shift from boxing to becoming a "Ninja" competitor.
- Shachar and Malka are now developing a joint lecture and a health-focused app.
Julia Shachar and Yogev Malka appeared on the podcast "HaTel Avivit VeHaRabanit" (The Tel Avivian and the Rabbinate) to share insights into their married life. The couple discussed their approach to religious observance and tradition within their home, explaining how Jewish laws impact their relationship. Shachar spoke about her decision to observe the laws of Niddah (family purity), noting its positive effect on their intimacy, stating that the two-week separation "certainly creates heightened desire" and "arouses and creates intimacy where it is lacking." She added that the temporary physical distance strengthens their bond.
Malka described his connection to faith and commandments, clarifying that while he doesn't adhere to a "classic religious definition," he acts from deep inner belief. "I am very connected to God and believe this power exists. One must act according to this rulebook, but in my own words and intentions," he explained.
Malka also shared his struggles with jealousy when Shachar participated in "Dancing with the Stars" with other partners. "When our season ended and suddenly she went on this journey with someone else, it was very difficult to accept at first," he admitted, noting it required significant personal work. Shachar recalled their first date occurring after intense rehearsals, immediately following their elimination from the show. The age difference between them, with Shachar being eight and a half years older, was also addressed. Despite potential societal reservations, they emphasized that their relationship is built on mutual understanding and personal connection, not stereotypes.
Shachar recounted her childhood experiences immigrating from Ukraine with her mother, facing economic hardship and relying on donations, and the challenge of maintaining hope for future success. Malka detailed his career transition from boxing and working in the family business to achieving success in the "Ninja" competition. The couple is now pursuing joint business ventures, including a couple's lecture and a nutritional tracking app designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.