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Worried! I got a call last night from my SON!
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Permalink Reply by BunkerQB on
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This is a very good point. Sometimes kids go into a panic when experiencing something challenging for the first time and finding it harder than they realize. If he has been thinking/wanting/wishing of joining the Navy for a long time, maybe he too is doing better. Let's all keep sending him good thoughts/karma and pray that he finds his way.
If he is staying, we'll never remind him that he had a tough time at the beginning (boys hate to be reminded of things like that). If he brings it up, tell him many before him have gone thru exactly what he has gone thru and live to tell about it.
If he is being separated, I would recommend having him talk to a career counselor before jumping in. He is young, he has time. Have him take some courses at a community college (basics stuff with credits that can be transferred). Do some research. Talk to some people in careers he is interested in.
BTW, I would NOT ever have him take classes at those "for profit" trade schools/colleges - I think they are all scams designed to get money from students and their families.
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Permalink Reply by Steph Proud AG Mom on
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Mine was sepped from Boot, P-days are usually the hardest part of bootcamp. If you didn't get a call yet, then he's with his division. I understand being heartsick and worried. I've been there and done that. You need to remind him of the future and not let him see or hear you stressed out. You can stress out all you want once your off the phone. I get to do this all over again with my youngest.. Hugs and prayers. I sincerely hope that after all that work, he has a change of heart. keep us updated!
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My son had anxiety when he left for college because he worried about me and his sisters. He has been the father figure for his sisters. He began to feed off MY confidence that we would be okay. I had to drill in his head that he needed to focus on himself and his future. Family is very important, but they cannot be the reason people hold back and do not try for their dreams and true potential. Yes your son saw the pride at the graduation and then the good byes, but he has not seen the other benefits military life can bring to a family. Keep your faith in God. Those that worry don't pray and those that pray don't worry!!
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"He has been the father figure for his sisters." Is probably time for him to think more about what HE wants out of life. Don't let his concerns for his family over-ride going for something he truly desires. His sisters are growing up and will learn to fend for themselves (on a daily basis). It's not like he will be gone forever, just that he will not be available on a daily basis. For important stuff, I am sure it can be worked out for him to help guide them. It's great that you recognize that YOUR confidence will give him great strength. I have two sons. Early on I read a book (Raising a Son, I think) and the chapter on leading go was an eye opener. It details how sons who never cut the apron strings were less capable of forming bonds with future mates. You are far ahead of the game.
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Permalink Reply by Navymom123 on
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Im so sorry to hear... Pls keep us posted.
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I'm so sorry! This has got to be the worst feeling since you can't be there to help him. He'll be okay! I have the utmost faith in that. My husband and I came across a letter his older brother wrote to him from army boot camp (my husband was 10 or 11), begging him to get their mother to get him out because he missed family so much. Today my brother in law says the military was the best thing for him and was thrilled for our son upon enlisting. I know this may not make a difference, but I'm hoping it all works out for him and you!
Thoughts and prayers your son will get through this!
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