Current Time.

History is not just a series of random events. Every event is connected, shaping the beliefs, behaviors, and emotions of the generations that followed. These connections, whether rooted in respect, admiration, or resentment, still matter today because they continue to shape the world around us.

As I wrote to Nathalie in the comments: "Maybe more leaders in mental health need to point out to the public the high number of Arab entrepreneurs in this field and ask why so many are drawn to this area. Like other successful founders who share personal stories about why they started their companies, these stories need to be voiced loudly, especially about the cultural impact on mental health. Solutions come from pain. Just like Israel became a cyber empire to survive terror, maybe the Arab world can become a mental health empire and show us how nations can heal together, not just individuals.

Could universities, especially psychology faculties, lead public discussions about national trauma? Is it possible or even practical to develop therapy on a national level? Sometimes, it feels like the flames of conflict are so high that a collective approach is needed. Who can teach Arab nations to start their day with ten minutes of meditation? Is there a way to prescribe alpha wave music three times a day with meals? Who can be the grown-up parent they will actually listen to, teaching affirmations like, ‘Whatever happened is in the past; let it go’?

Can social media platforms push a ‘calm down’ message at the start of videos? Educators and parents know that sometimes you need to say, ‘Shut up, go to your room, and calm down. We will talk about it tomorrow in a civil manner.’ How can we apply that on social media? Because these endless loops of hate keep adding fuel to the fire, and the algorithms only amplify the problems instead of helping solve them."

We need help. Leaders must step forward and lead the way. Nations need healing just as individuals do. With all the wars and destruction around us, there must be a way to heal entire societies. Without it, this cycle will never end, not for Jews, not for Arabs, and not for the West.

To fully understand the flow and connections between these articles, follow this order:

* Start with 600 Years of Rule Made the Ottomans Blind to Changes, the story that inspired Nathalie Martinek, PhD, to write her article. It sets the stage by exploring how the Ottoman Empire’s leadership and societal structures shaped the region.

* Next, read The Revolt of the Invisible Children, where Nathalie Martinek PhD applies a psychological lens to the burdens carried by the Arab world, drawing parallels between historical neglect and its lasting impact on communities.

* Finally, dive into my response, The Legacy of Neglect and How History Shapes the Arab World Today, where I expand on her insights and discuss the historical and cultural influences shaping the Arab world today.

Each article builds on the last, offering a deeper understanding of history’s role in shaping societies and the possibilities for healing.

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