21 Oct 2025
41m

Yaroslava Can't Go Home

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Proxy with Yowei Shaw

This episode explores the experiences of individuals displaced by political violence and war, focusing on the challenges of building a new life while grappling with guilt and longing for home. Yara, a young woman from Ukraine, and Sariyah, who grew up in the West Bank, share their personal stories of displacement and the emotional complexities they face. The conversation highlights the difficulty of relating to friends back home and redefining the meaning of "home" in a new context. Yara discusses the struggle of feeling guilty for enjoying her new life in the U.S., while Sariyah reflects on how her connection to Palestine is maintained through art and memories. Both women find solace in carrying elements of their past, such as Yara's connection to flowers and her grandmother, into their present lives.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Context

Part 2: Identity, Guilt, Stigma

Part 3: Connection, Memory, Home

Part 4: Conclusion, Support

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