Title: Tribe of Nova: when a psytrance party turns into a nightmare in Israel
Introduction :
The Tribe of Nova, a highly anticipated psytrance festival in Israel, turned into a nightmare following a series of attacks by Hamas. Festival-goers who came from around the world to celebrate music and the values of freedom were confronted with terror and tragedy. In this article, we will explore the psychological aftereffects and the need for therapy for survivors of this tragedy.
Moments of happiness shattered by horror:
For many festival-goers, Tribe of Nova was a magical experience, a moment when everything seemed perfect. The music, friendship, love and the beauty of the environment created an intoxicating atmosphere. But everything changed in a minute when the attacks struck, plunging the festival into darkness and terror. Survivors’ testimonies describe this brutal transition between happiness and nightmare.
The need for post-traumatic therapy:
Faced with this tragedy, many survivors of the Tribe of Nova need support and therapy to overcome the psychological after-effects. Einat Haimovich, a clinical psychologist and social worker, opened a welcoming space for these people so that they could share their experiences, express their pain and receive the comfort they need. This place, which was initially intended to be used for teaching the Dhamma and meditation, is now dedicated to caring for survivors.
The strength of the psychedelic trance community:
Psychedelic trance culture has been very present in Israel for many years. For fans of this culture, the Tribe of Nova must have been the pinnacle of their passion. Despite the horror experienced during the festival, the community came together to support the survivors and offer them a healing space. The solidarity and love that characterize this community are essential to help victims rebuild their lives.
Conclusion :
The Tribe of Nova, a psytrance festival that was supposed to be a time of happiness and celebration, turned into a nightmare for many festival-goers. Post-traumatic therapy is essential to help survivors overcome the psychological after-effects of this tragedy. But thanks to the strength of the psychedelic trance community and the solidarity that characterizes it, survivors will find the support they need to rebuild themselves and regain some form of normalcy in their lives.