I joined the military excited to serve and learn. The experience taught me both good and bad things. While in the military I was beat down without being built back up. It's been a journey and I'm finally learning how to move out of survivor mode and become a thriver. Becoming a part of this community is part of the process in my growth to becoming a thriver. I am teachable and I desire to have community and I love being able to build things up. I am determined to reach a place in my life where I no longer live fight or flight. So, please feel free if you have a short cut, a path, or know ways to move through this system share, and let me know so I can take advantage of your experience.