The Midhat Zwayen Collection "Get Uncomfortable" Black Mug copy

What if three words could change how you build trust…for life? “Trust is slow.”

Inspired by Iraqi entrepreneur and cultural bridge-builder Midhat Zwayen, this piece honors the wisdom that the strongest relationships are never rushed. Some words don’t just land. They travel. This mug was inspired by a powerful Sacred Earth Journey Round Table conversation with Midhat Zwayen… an Iraqi entrepreneur, cultural bridge-builder, and relationship-centered leader whose life and work have been shaped by resilience, hospitality, and the quiet understanding that the strongest partnerships are never rushed. During our conversation, Midhat shared a simple truth that stopped everyone at the table: “Trust is slow.” Three words. Timeless wisdom. In a world obsessed with speed, instant access, and transactional relationships, Midhat reminded us that the most meaningful human connection…whether in business, friendship, diplomacy, or across cultures…is built one conversation, one shared meal, and one act of consistency at a time. This mug is part of the SEJ Guest Legacy Collection™… a growing series honoring the voices, stories, and wisdom of guests whose words continue traveling far beyond the conversation. ☕ With every purchase, 10% of gross sales from The Midhat Zwayen Collection supports Friendship Force International, helping build peace through friendship, cultural exchange, and authentic human connection across borders. Because at Sacred Earth Journey… We’re not here to just understand culture. We’re here to steward it responsibly. Travel the World Unfiltered. Where Strangers Become Tribe. And where Global Peace Begins at Kitchen Tables. • Ceramic • 11 oz mug dimensions: height 3.85" (9.8 cm), diameter 3.35" (8.5 cm) • 15 oz mug dimensions: height 4.7" (12 cm), diameter 3.35" (8.5 cm) • Lead and BPA-free material • Glossy finish • Dishwasher and microwave safe