Unpacking Israeli History How It Feels to be Israeli Right Now: A Conversation with Sarah Tuttle-Singer
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Oct 21, 2025 In this conversation, Sarah Tuttle-Singer, a writer and Times of Israel editor known for her empathetic views on Jerusalem, shares her insights on daily life in Israel post-October 7. She discusses the balance of euphoria and grief surrounding hostage returns and addresses the challenges of 'toxic resilience.' Sarah emphasizes the importance of kindness in the face of adversity and encourages American Jews to visit and engage with the complexities of life in Israel. Her reflections on hope amidst trauma and the need for interdependence resonate throughout the discussion.
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Life Between Exhale And Inhale
- Jerusalemers oscillate between relief and constant anticipation of the next crisis after October 7th.
- That ongoing trauma shapes daily behavior, mixing joy-seeking with pervasive unease.
Binary Frames Ignore Complexity
- Public reactions abroad often simplify the conflict into binaries and ignore Israeli trauma and complexity.
- That reduction fuels frustration among Israelis who feel unheard by international allies and critics alike.
Cross-Community Emergency Help
- Ultra-Orthodox volunteer medics rushed into East Jerusalem to help a cyclist hit by a car, crossing expected social boundaries.
- A Muslim taxi driver also volunteered for United Hatzalah, showing cross-community emergency cooperation.
