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    Leaving the Academy

    Well as soon as he put in the form, the darkness started to part from his being. He talked with a young counselor who seemed nice and agreed that he had thought things through and a military career is just not for him. He has packed his things, requested recommendations and said his "thank yous"...
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    Leaving the Academy

    He did in the fall and seemed so much happier then. Now he just seems like he is in shut down mode. He seems incredibly angry and cynical. He is a pilot and isn't even interested in flying right now. Truth be told, I fear he is depressed. I have urged him to contact a counselor there before he...
  3. M

    Leaving the Academy

    Again. These are all great words of wisdom and I really appreciate being able to process this with people who understand the situation. It has been a rough weekend..
  4. M

    Leaving the Academy

    Thanks I am not sure how to get a hold of you as I am not a great forum user! Thanks for helping I am truly at a loss...
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    Leaving the Academy

    Thank you all for those great words of advice. I will do my best to share them with my DS and I really hope he will do his due diligence and seek out someone there to talk to. The hardest part is seeing him so down (not his usual state of mind). I can't help but feel I am missing...
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    Leaving the Academy

    This time of year is thrilling for parents and those about to inprocess! I remember it well just 12 short months ago. After a full year my DS feels USAFA is not for him. Along with this heavy heart decision comes a list of questions. He has soul searched for weeks now and does not seem to...
  7. M

    Brand new here and looking to help my son prepare

    Relax... He's only 13. Love him, feed him good food, encourage him to follow his passions. Sent using the Service Academy Forums® mobile app
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