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Ongoing Story· Day 34

Yaki Reissner Breaks Down in Interview Discussing Divorce

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Matchmaker Yaki Reissner Opens Up About Dating After Divorce

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Matchmaker Yaki Reissner discussed his personal dating life in a video with influencer Amit Chen. Reissner, a father of five, admitted he finds dating difficult after his divorce a year and a half ago. He acknowledged not knowing how to approach women, a skill not taught in yeshiva. Chen reassured him, highlighting his positive qualities and the recent nature of his divorce.

The story in 5 lines · by baba

  • Matchmaker Yaki Reissner is struggling to date after divorcing his wife Tobi.
  • Reissner, a father of five, admitted he doesn't know how to approach women.
  • He was divorced a year and a half ago after 27 years of marriage.
  • Reissner discussed his dating challenges in a video with influencer Amit Chen.
  • Chen reassured Reissner, calling him a "very serious guy."

Matchmaker Yaki Reissner has spoken about his personal life and struggles with dating following his divorce. In a joint video with influencer Amit Chen, Reissner, who is a father of five, admitted that re-entering the dating scene after his divorce from Tobi a year and a half ago, after 27 years of marriage, has not been easy.

Chen initiated the conversation by stating, "We are looking for a match," to which Reissner questioned how they intended to do so. When asked if he approaches women himself, Reissner unequivocally replied, "No." Chen pressed him, emphasizing the need to initiate contact and questioning his expectations of finding a partner. Reissner acknowledged his difficulty, humorously noting that he wasn't taught how to approach women during his yeshiva studies.

Chen reassured him, pointing out that his divorce was recent and that there was no pressure. She praised him as a father of five, a successful producer, and a "very serious guy." Reissner concluded the conversation with self-deprecating humor, stating, "And as you can see, I am alive."

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