military friendly, the difference between an award and a commitment
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MILITARY FRIENDLY, THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN
AWARD AND A COMMITMENT
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UNITED STATES MILITARY
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REASONS THEY SERVE
• Love of country, patriotism• Family Tradition• Income• Educational Benefits• Travel• Adventure
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WHY THEY RETURN TO CIVILIAN LIFE
• Retirement• Medical issues• Completion of enlistment• Family• Employment opportunities• Involuntarily separated/ troop
reductions
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OBSTACLES UPON SEPARATION
• Unemployment• Loss of team concept• Unfamiliar schedule• Unrealistic expectations• Relationships• Finances• Less support structure
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EMOTIONS
• Excitement• Joy• Fear• Anxiety• Doubt• Out of place
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OPPORTUNITIES
• Reconnecting• New career challenges• Educational assistance• Healthcare• Non-profit memberships
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WHAT CAN WE DO TO HELP
• Reach out and connect• Be an active listener• Build trust• Provide resources• Make them feel needed
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