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In the years that followed, Howard struggled with nightmares and the psychological toll of 9/11. The traumatic aftermath of the event deeply affected his perception of safety and normalcy, prompting him to relocate from the city to the Catskills. Yet, he notes that over time, the memories of that day have faded into a surreal external narrative—almost disconnected from his personal experience.
Howard explains how he has largely distanced himself from his most famous photo, stating that it no longer resonates deeply within him; he seldom revisits those moments from 2001. Reflecting on how the collective trauma of that day united people for a brief period, he expresses gratitude for the resilience of human spirit that emerged from such a devastating event.