When I came to, I could sense that there was something very wrong with my legs

The text narrates the experiences of Alina Vyatkina, a young woman who joined the Maidan protests and later became a military nurse during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. It explores her feelings of guilt over a friend's death, her journey through therapy, and her current role in helping veterans and their families cope with trauma. The narrative also highlights the psychological impact of the war on soldiers and civilians, the rehabilitation efforts for injured soldiers, and the challenges faced by mental health professionals in addressing PTSD and other trauma-related issues.