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Permalink Reply by Nick's Mom on
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I am so sorry that happened to your son. Hope everything works out
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Permalink Reply by Baglady396 on
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I am sad he is going thru this, disappointed it happened, yet glad he is coming back! Don't know how to feel, and he keeps apologizing. How do I help him? Why does he have to stay for so long? Why can't he just come home now?
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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He must go through all of the steps in the Separation Process before being discharged, which takes 10 to 20 business days, not calendar days. Just encourage him when he calls. The address to write is in the FAQ document I left for you on your My Page if you don't have that.
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Permalink Reply by Nichole on
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I am so sorry to hear for you and your stepson. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Love him up. No, absolutely no criticism. Depression/Anxiety can be treated. Make a doctor appointment and follow through. You can do this. You can help him get through. It's not the end of the world, just a turn in the road.
Best wishes.
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Permalink Reply by KAM Mom on
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I am sorry to hear that. Having never had an attack like that, I really have no idea how debilitating they can be. I am sure he is very disappointed and isn't even sure how it all happened. He probably feels like a failure and is letting everyone down. If he is willing just let him talk to you. Don't give him any "answers" or provide "fixes". Just let him talk it out with any emotions that come. Accept him without judgement, love him, encourage him. He probably doesn't know what to do next. Brain storm together about the possibilities. Even that might take some time. If possible let him get a job of some kind to keep him busy. Don't shame him or yourself. Be patient. Read the Book of John in the Bible. Get to know the love of Jesus and lay all this at His feet. He says, "Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest." Prayers for you. My son arrived March 23. Have not heard from him yet!
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Angie, I think what Crypto Dad was trying to do was remind you that it is important to consider everything before you make a post here. As RTC can connect information,so can those who wish us harm. And seriously your second post didn't help. I personally wouldn't want my now sailor standing next to someone who is prone to panic in a crisis. I want the one with ice flowing through their veins, who calmly takes charge and handles anything thrown at them. Consider deleting both posts, but don't feel bad. This is an ongoing learning experience for everyone
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I am so sorry to hear, just let him work through the process, remember when one door closes another always opens. keep us posted, prayers to your family
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Permalink Reply by NBSmom89 on
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I am so deeply sorry. This makes me cry. I know
How he feels. Believe me. I had them in junior high
And high school. I grew out of it. I finally realized
I'm just as good as everyone else. He will feel that
Way again. My heart goes out too him. I will always
Be here if you need to talk. How are you and your family
Holding up? Please really read Kams Mom. She nailed it.
God Bless your son and your family.
God Bless our SR's. I love my son.
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