I am an immigrant to the United States. I am also a psychotherapist. I hold both identities with deep awareness. In my work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities, I have seen how quickly collective events can move from headlines into the nervous system. You can turn on the television or scroll through your phone and within minutes feel a tightening in your chest, a sense of apprehension, or a wave of dread. For many, this is not abstract. It feels personal. I

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