Israeli Arab Facilitator: Inner Change Requires Self-Awareness, Not Energy
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
Mira Touma, a group facilitator from Nazareth, told Hala TV that personal change requires self-awareness and willpower, not just energy. She stated that people often avoid responsibility for their mistakes. Touma also noted a significant and growing gap between younger and older generations, while asserting that the youth are not a "jungle generation" but the builders of the future.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Group facilitator Mira Touma stated that inner change requires self-awareness and willpower, not energy.
- Touma noted that people often prefer to be seen as victims rather than take responsibility for their mistakes.
- She believes focusing on internal motivation is key to personal transformation.
- Touma described the younger generation as future builders, not a "jungle generation."
- A significant and widening gap exists between older and younger generations.
In an era of accelerating life and increasing pressures, individuals often grapple with questions about themselves, their relationships with their children, and their ability to manage emotions and adapt to change. Many recognize the need for personal transformation but struggle to initiate it, sometimes finding it difficult to understand younger generations or hesitant to seek help due to the stigma surrounding mental health.
Mira Touma, a group facilitator and guide from Nazareth, discussed personal development, parent-child relationships, and breaking down mental health barriers in an interview with Hala TV. She emphasized the importance of self-reflection, stating, "It is very important for a person to stop and think whether they are doing good and positive things or not." Touma noted that people often avoid confronting their mistakes due to the significant responsibility involved, preferring to see themselves as victims rather than accountable.
Touma challenged the notion that change requires energy, suggesting that true transformation stems from internal focus and a clear understanding of one's motivations. "I do not believe that change requires energy," she stated, "If one wants energy, let them drink coffee and stimulants. But whoever wants to make a change in their life should focus on themselves, on their inner self, and know why they want the change." She advised individuals to engage in self-dialogue to identify areas needing alteration.
Addressing generational differences, Touma acknowledged that the younger generation has indeed changed but refuted the idea that they are a "jungle generation." Instead, she described them as the generation that will shape the future, asserting they are not a failed generation. However, she highlighted a widening gap between older and younger generations.