Another October 7 survivor interview worth watching
I’ve watched a great many of these October 7 survivor videos, and they’re nearly all extraordinary. I view them because I’ve long been interested in the psychological reactions of people in extreme situations – how they respond in the moment, and then how they integrate the experience into their lives afterwards.
The people in the October 7 interviews I’ve seen are often extremely strong and very insightful and reflective. Some are more traumatized then others by the events they experienced and witnessed, which reflects not only the different conditions they endured but the differences in their personalities and life experiences before then. In short, people vary. But all seem to agree that October 7 and its aftermath have been profoundly life-changing for them, a watershed.
The young man – he’s twenty-four – impresses me as being exceptional in his ability to describe both the events that transpired that day and his own reactions to them. He is very strong. Towards the end of the interview, the person asking him questions (who most of the time just lets him tell his tale) attempts to suggest he needs more psychological help in dealing with it, and he tells her why he’s not pursuing that right now. I think he knows what’s best for him:
What an incredible young man. His inner strength exemplifies the truth that man is more than just an animal but also a spiritual, ethical being. To be able to transcend survival into a mission for himself and others is just exemplary.
And yes, take out those beasts/animals who have tried to portray themselves as men.
I’m finding it hard to watch these videos. They cut very deep and bring up emotions that I thought I had dealt with years ago.
I’m glad you’re putting them up, though. They are shining a light on the horrors of war, and especially on the savagery of Hamas.
That this young man is able to translate his experience of this brutality into motivation for action shows the heart of a man willing to defend his family, friends, and country. Isarel and the West need many men like him.
His struggle to live with his self-perceived failings while committing to something greater than himself, his nation, gives voice to virtues we don’t hear much about anymore back here in the US.
Thank you for sharing these videos and the previous posts about the KGB influence going way back. The KGB propaganda arm is very powerful.