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Intense Repair Takes Work, not Just Slogans
I’m a Black autistic Jewish queer woman, and I’m scared right now. And it’s not for the reasons you think.

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Jan 267 min read


My Hardships Don't Give Me Strength. Here's Why.
I found out I had an ear and sinus infection this past week. I remember sitting down in a chair at the pharmacy, waiting to get my antibiotic medication, tears rolling down my face. Pharmacists had rattled something off about not having the right dosage prescribed by my doctor, and mentioned the word "delay." My ear felt terrible, and the fatigue had set in. Everyone was staring at me because I had held up the line while the pharmacists mumbled. Little did I know, I was also

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Nov 12, 20255 min read


Building a Sukkah of Healing During Sukkot
It was during the middle of Sukkot that I realized the gravity of this seemingly simple moment.

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Oct 16, 20254 min read


Why I Didn't Fast for Yom Kippur This Year
Pekuach nefesh, innui nefesh? To fast, or not to fast?

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Oct 12, 20254 min read


Elul Reflection #2
It's officially September, and we've only got two more weeks of the month of Elul. Time has definitely flown by. But it's been...

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Sep 8, 20257 min read


Elul Week 1 Recap
My first week of Elul recap! This week, forgiveness versus teshuva.

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Sep 1, 20256 min read


Using Pattern Recognition to Avoid Negative Energy
For the first time ever, I’m writing a book that publicizes parts of my life previously unknown to the world, from being an abuse...

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Redefining Strength
In these troubled times, we can find hope in the strength we hold within. A personal reflection.

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Jul 27, 20256 min read


Understanding Pekuach Nefesh & Neurodivergence
Pekuach nefesh is a fundamental principle of Judaism that deals with balancing quality of life with life's commitments, especially religious

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Apr 4, 20254 min read


Unmasking Chronic Illness While Autistic
Pekuach nefesh is a fundamental principle of Judaism that deals with balancing quality of life with life's commitments, especially religious

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Mar 20, 20256 min read


So…let’s talk about hidden disabilities and why February holds special meaning for me.
Imagine... A young woman steps into the limelight, preparing to speak about a cause she’s extremely passionate about. There’s only one...

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Feb 25, 20255 min read


I Attended My First Conference, Autism Unmasked. Here's What I Learned.
This week, I went to an international conference on school choice and education reform in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida as a speaker on a panel...

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Jan 22, 20257 min read


Post-(re)Diagnosis, Here's What I've Learned in 2024...
After being (re)diagnosed with autism recently (I'm AuDHD, meaning autistic + ADHD ), I have learned so much about neurodivergence,...

Nasiyah Isra-Ul
Jan 17, 20254 min read
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