roots of resistance (poetry book)
roots of resistance is a collection of poems inspired by the life of the poppyseed and its vibrant blooms. Through the delicate yet unyielding journey of the poppy, these poems reflect universal truths of growth, authenticity, and inner strength. How to rise from darkness, embrace our true nature, live from the heart, and endure life’s storms without losing our essence.
Dedicated to all who dare to bloom fully.
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Not Today Cancer, I’m Still a Virgin
Not Today Cancer, I’m Still a Virgin is a raw, candid, and funny memoir chronicling Sadiqua’s nine-month battle with stage 2 Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. As the daughter of Middle Eastern immigrants born in the U.S., she reflects on the added complexity of navigating cultural expectations while confronting the emotional, physical, and psychological trials of a life-altering diagnosis.
At 19, cancer became her unwelcomed guru, forcing her to confront life’s big questions and one simple thought:
“Somewhere between the hospital gowns, chemo sessions, and existential dread, one single thought stubbornly took root. It wasn’t grand or poetic-it was embarrassingly simple, and frankly, a bit ridiculous. I didn’t want to die a virgin. I didn’t want to leave this earth untouched by love, unclaimed by passion, or unseen in my fullness. Because at the end of the day, this wasn’t just about what I wanted to do—it was about reclaiming who I was.”
And that reclamation was about far more than survival. It was about liberation. It was about breaking free from the limits imposed by fear, by circumstances, and by the stories she had been conditioned to accept—the ones that tell us who we should be, how far we can go, and what we’re allowed to want. It was about daring to challenge those narratives, choosing instead to listen to the relentless voice in her heart. The one that kept saying, ‘There is more. You were made for more. Start showing up for yourself.’
This memoir offers an intimate glimpse into the realities of living with cancer while celebrating the resilience of the human spirit to reconnect with itself. It’s a testament to survival, self-discovery, and the courage to reclaim our lives in the face of our toughest challenges —preferably with a little humor. Because sometimes, laughter is the only way to keep us connected to life.
the power within: the jedi-heart way to inner clarity & freedom
The Power Within: The Jedi-Heart Way to Inner Clarity & Freedom, offers a unique, deeply empowering approach to personal transformation, blending timeless wisdom with 9 simple principles. The book isn’t just a manual for self-improvement—it's a call to awaken the powerful force that resides within each of us. It teaches how to harness our inner strength, find peace amidst chaos, and reclaim our sense of freedom.
What does it really mean to live with a Jedi-heart, and how can we apply these lessons to our daily lives?
palestinian women: rising above limitations, expectations, & conditions
Palestinian Women: Rising Above Limitations, Expectations, & Conditions transports us to sacred thoughts, raw feelings and never before-heard stories of fifty-five Palestinian women ages 18 to 90, hailing from 18 villages across the West Bank. The book provides an unfiltered look at their personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs within a complex socio-political landscape.
The diversity of voices in this collection highlights how the challenges faced by Palestinian women differ across generations and backgrounds, but all are united in their pursuit of dignity, personal freedom, and the right to define their own lives. The book invites readers to witness the resilience, courage, and aspirations of these women, shedding light on their struggles for empowerment amidst the constraints of their socio-political environment.