From October 7th to the moment I thought I’d never wake up again – and all the way to sharing my journey in the United States.

My name is Roey Mor. I served as a commander in the Paratroopers Battalion 890. On October 8th, while trying to rescue civilians in Kibbutz Be’eri, I was wounded in close combat and left in critical condition. I was unconscious, on life support for five days. When I finally woke up, I found myself connected to seven tubes and sitting in a wheelchair.

But for me, that was only the beginning of the real war. In one instant, I went from leading soldiers in battle to facing a long, painful rehabilitation – full of ups and downs, endless physical struggles, and no less important, emotional ones too.

I chose to give my injury meaning. To turn it into a milestone – a chance to act, to influence, and to make my dreams real.

My older brother likes to remind me of the very first question I asked when I woke up:

“Where are my soldiers? Is anyone missing?”

My lecture 

In my lecture, I share what it feels like to make split-second decisions as a commander, to run into homes under fire to rescue civilians, and later – to set small daily goals to rebuild myself from scratch.

I open up about how the tools I gained during my military service became my lifeline through one of the hardest journeys of my life.

This isn’t just a story about war.

It’s about life. About all of us.

About resilience, responsibility, and holding on – even when you can’t yet see the light at the end of the tunnel. It’s about how a life-changing moment can be transformed into real, practical inspiration.

My lecture is personal, raw, and real – accompanied by authentic footage from the battlefield and from my rehabilitation. It’s not just a talk you listen to; it’s one you carry with you.

Key Themes

• Leading under fire and rescuing civilians.
• The extraordinary battle in Kibbutz Be’eri.
• What resilience really means – and how to build it.
• The power of small goals in overcoming huge challenges.
• Finding perspective and turning struggle into purpose.

✨ The talk is relevant for everyone – from schools and pre-military programs, to organizations, conferences, and anyone looking for true inspiration.

📩 To invite me for a talk, you can reach out by WhatsApp, email, or leave your details – and I’ll get back to you.