The defamation of Jewish people through these “Ds” does more than harm individuals; it destabilizes communities, sows division, and perpetuates cycles of trauma. Healing requires countering these narratives with truth, education, and empathy. Reaffirming the richness and diversity of Jewish identity can help restore pride and resilience in the face of defamation.

Trauma doesn’t just leave physical or emotional scars—it can profoundly reshape a person’s sense of self and identity. Whether experienced individually or collectively, trauma disrupts the foundation of how people understand who they are and how they relate to the world around them. This impact can be particularly complex when trauma is tied to cultural, […]

The comparison between 9/11 and October 7 may come from a place of seeking understanding, but it ultimately fails to grasp the gravity of what happened, what it means, and what it revealed about the world’s relationship with Jewish life. October 7 was not just another terrorist attack. It was a moment that reminded Jews everywhere how alone we are in our pain, how quickly history repeats itself, and how fragile the sense of safety has always been.

I was young. Young enough to believe that running toward disaster was simply the right thing to do. Young enough to not fully comprehend the depth of what was unfolding in front of me. Young enough to think that if I could just do something, maybe the world wouldn’t feel so terrifyingly out of control. […]

At this point, it feels like being tired is just a personality trait. No one is well-rested. No one is caught up. No one is “thriving” the way Instagram influencers claim they are. Instead, we are all running on caffeine, unfinished to-do lists, and the sheer force of obligation. It’s not just work. It’s not […]