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Oleksandr Strafun β€” before and after returning from Russian captivity.

The photo on the left was taken immediately after his release. The one on the right β€” 2.5 months later, after being home in a safe environment, under medical supervision, and with the support of his wife, Olena.

https://t.me/Kyivpost_official/31652

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[–] Gradually_Adjusting@lemmy.world 48 points 1 month ago (2 children)

I remember this photo. I remember thinking "damn, they ruined his life". How did he bounce back like this?

[–] Rhaedas@fedia.io 44 points 1 month ago (2 children)

Even she looks better. Worry and sadness have physical effects.

[–] Gradually_Adjusting@lemmy.world 21 points 1 month ago (2 children)

Absolutely. Stress kills.

...I should see a GP....

[–] Aurenkin@sh.itjust.works 11 points 1 month ago

You should, please take care of yourself.

[–] ewo@piefed.ca 5 points 1 month ago

I'll take care of you, I've been in hospital with many broken bones for a month. Don't forget you matter too!

[–] glimse@lemmy.world 0 points 1 month ago

I agree but the photo on the left is wayyy sharper, likely to exaggerate those effects

[–] thisbenzingring@lemmy.sdf.org 16 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Shit, I should try that. Good for him though, goddamn

[–] big_slap@lemmy.world 9 points 1 month ago

he looks great!

[–] TimFinnerty@toot.io 9 points 1 month ago