The article delves into the profound psychological distress experienced by ordinary Ukrainians amid ongoing warfare. Individuals face a loss of personal relationships as political divides grow, with family members accusing each other of betrayal. The narrative illustrates the haunting realities of life during wartime, including fears of imminent danger and trauma affecting children. Occupation is described not as peace, but as a continued form of warfare, impacting daily life brutally. The emotional toll includes nightmares and constant anxiety about loved ones’ safety, capturing the grim reality of those living in conflict zones.
Close members of my family who live in Russia now think that I am a complete Nazi and have cut off all contact with me since the first day of the invasion.
I want people to know that occupation does NOT equal peace. It's another form of war.
Our seven-year-old son sleeps almost every night on the mattress in the bathroom to avoid at least a part of debris in case of bombing.
When I manage to sleep, even for a little, I have nightmares of how my loved ones were killed during these past months.
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