Sounds of SAND #129 Embodying Anti-Zionism: Wendy Elisheva Somerson
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May 22, 2025 Wendy Elisheva Somerson, a non-binary Jewish somatic healer and activist, discusses their new book on anti-Zionist Jewish healing. They delve into the impact of Zionism on Jewish historical trauma and advocate for healing practices that acknowledge both personal and communal struggles. The conversation highlights the intertwining of activism and spirituality, emphasizing solidarity with marginalized communities. Somerson also shares somatic practices to process heavy emotions and promote resilience, fostering a hopeful vision for a liberated future.
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Facing Ongoing Genocide in Palestine
- Genocide in Palestine is an immense escalation of ongoing Nakba violence since 1948.
- Jewish people must confront what violence is done in their name and work to end it.
Separating Trauma from Politics
- Zionism manipulates Jewish historical trauma, especially the Holocaust, for political ends.
- Healing begins by separating past trauma from the present and supporting those harmed now.
The Power of Embodied Healing
- Trauma is held in the body, not just the mind; embodied practices help release it.
- Western culture's disembodiment stems from colonialism and sustains oppression and disconnection.
