When Israeli chaos hits us: The cure awaits outside the routine | Gideon Alon

Gideon Alon recommends every Israeli take a short vacation abroad to relax from security tensions and frightening headlines. He describes his personal experience in New York, enjoying nature, food, and family, noting that the world is not excited about what's happening in Israel. Returning home will bring back concerns, but the anticipation of the next vacation provides optimism.

Gideon Alon, in an opinion piece in Maariv, describes the Israeli pressure cooker: security tensions, politicians lashing out, warnings of a third intifada. He recounts a family vacation in New York, where he focused on nature, grandchildren, and restaurants, and discovered that the world is not excited about what's happening in Israel. His recommendation: buy a plane ticket and travel abroad for a few days, no matter where, to breathe fresh air and get away from frightening headlines. He admits that upon returning home, the harsh sights and fear of renewed fighting in Gaza and Lebanon will return, but the anticipation of the next vacation gives optimism. The article combines personal descriptions with a practical recommendation, using emotional but not sensational language.