islam mizyedHopelessness & Helplessness: A Palestinian StorySince the beginning of the occupation, hopelessness and helplessness are two feelings that have been ingrained within the Palestinian…Jan 14Jan 14
islam mizyedCommunity, Identity, and Boundaries: A Journey of DiscoveryThere is a common struggle amongst collective communities and the incorporation of healthy boundaries. An even greater struggle shows up in…Sep 27, 2023Sep 27, 2023
islam mizyedNew Year, Better MeI never resonated with the infamous phrase “new year, new me.” Every time I heard it, I reflected on the previous year and all the positive…Jan 1, 2023Jan 1, 2023
islam mizyedMeet Thee WriterI’ve been experiencing some major writer’s block lately… Life also hasn’t given me a break; it feels like I’m running from one task to the…Oct 6, 2022Oct 6, 2022
islam mizyedFinding Balance In A Dual IdentityA common struggle amongst Arab Americans is feeling too Arab for Americans and too American for Arabs. No matter what perspective, value…Aug 6, 20221Aug 6, 20221
islam mizyedSURVIVAL MODE & DECISION MAKINGSurvival mode looks like trying to get by, just trying to make it, or just getting through the day, week, month, etc. It is a way of…Aug 1, 2022Aug 1, 2022
islam mizyedISLAM & MENTAL HEALTH“Are you depressed? Pray.” “Oh, you have anxiety? You should read the Quran.” “If you’re angry or anxious, make Wu’du (ablution).” These…Jul 25, 20222Jul 25, 20222
