Is it too late for me to turn things around after getting injured, losing motivation, and gaining weight?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 19:44:30 -0400

Long story short, I got injured, lost motivation and gained weight. I'm worried about getting chapter now because im the shitbag of the platoon. Is it too late for me to turn this around?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2020 7:47 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 19:47:39 -0400

It’s never too late to stop being the platoon shitbag

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2020 8:04 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 20:04:56 -0400

Is it too late? I don't know. Do you feel it's too late? Only you can make that determination. If you're tired of being the shit bag of the platoon....get off your ass and do something about it.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2020 8:11 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 20:11:26 -0400

Why are you on this site asking others if it is too late? Only you can decide if it is too late.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 18 at 2020 9:49 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 21:49:25 -0400

It’s only too late if you decide it is.

Response by LT Brad McInnis made Sep 18 at 2020 9:50 PM

LT Brad McInnis — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 21:50:33 -0400

If you are asking the question, then no ! If you don't want to be "that" soldier, then don't. Be proactive, rather than reactive. If you are still injured and on profile (not sure what you army types call it), then volunteer yourself for everything you can. Make yourself indispensable to your chain, that they will do whatever they have to to keep you, or give you a break until you get back into fighting shape.

Response by CWO4 Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 19 at 2020 7:07 AM

CWO4 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 07:07:28 -0400

It's all a "MINDSET". Looks like you need more than just a regular help. See your military providers to deal with your physical injury and perhaps even depression due to weight gain. TREATMENT IS NOT A SIGN OF WEAKNESS. GO GET HELP WARRIOR!!!

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 19 at 2020 1:45 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 13:45:36 -0400

Hell no it’s not to late!
I have been seriously injured and told I would not be what I was. I did not have the weight gain issue but I was depressed and lost. It took me a year and a half to heel but I got my mind right and was determined to prove I could still be an asset. If you need to reach out for medical support to get your mind in order do it. Do what ever it takes to have the right mindset. Only you can decide if you want to be a contributor or a burden. With the right mindset you can accomplish more than you can possibly vision. If you believe you have more to give to the Army your country and your well being then get it done. Don’t take no for an answer, do what you what to do. Doctors are not always right, you can accomplish more. Good luck and God Bless.

Curt

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Sep 19 at 2020 5:34 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 17:34:58 -0400

It's up to you- no one can force you to push yourself. If you want to stay in then start busting your ass- or you might wake up to a Chapter one morning.

Response by SSG Dale London made Sep 20 at 2020 9:27 PM

SSG Dale London — Sun, 20 Sep 2020 21:27:19 -0400

Absolutely not. Don't let despair guide your actions. If you want to stay in, get your but on the track, get fit and stop snacking and eating the extra portions at meal time. If your PSG and CO see you making progress they will probably give you a bit of leeway to get your stuff together.
Good luck. Go get em, Rolfe.