'Now I'm living': Omri Miran rebuilds life after Hamas captivity

Omri Miran, held captive by Hamas for 738 days, and his wife, Lishay, are rebuilding their lives nearly a year after his return. They have relocated to Carmit in the northern Negev, but Omri states, "[Kibbutz] Nahal Oz [near the Gaza Strip] will always be home," reflecting their struggle to establish new roots while honoring their past. Their rehabilitation involves psychological support and physiotherapy, but Omri emphasizes, "Rehabilitation is what each of us does with ourselves, what we do with each other and as a family, trying to understand what our place in the world is now." Reconnecting with their daughters, Roni and Alma, has been a gradual process, as Omri noted, "You can't even get close to her" initially. The couple is also working to mend their relationship and navigate the complexities of their separate realities during his captivity. They are now sharing their story publicly, with Omri focusing on the mental struggle of captivity and Lishay aiming to reclaim their narrative. Omri plans to gradually return to his shiatsu therapy practice, viewing it as a "next step" in their ongoing journey of healing and adjustment.