by Izzy Kalman [Note: I originally wrote this article in August, 2024 for my Psychology Today column. The editors rejected it because it...

by Izzy Kalman Nov. 26, 2023 Caveat :  I speak here of Gaza rather than Hamas because Hamas has ruled Gaza for almost two decades, was elected in a popular vote, and continues to enjoy overwhelming support. When we speak of geopolitical events, we rightfully name the nations involved, not the party from which their governments stem. As the situation between Israel and Gaza threatens to escalate into World War III, the future of humanity may literally depend on correctly answering the question...

Let’s say we’re kids and you’re looking to have fun at my expense by insulting me. What can I do to stop you? This is one of the major...