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Originally Posted by waterlogged
I wasn't going through BUDs I did SWCC. I had stress fractures on my right foot. I could have just pushed through but I was very disappointed with the level of professionalism that was displayed from my instructors etc. Also when there was discussion of the type of missions etc that the instructors had actually done I was very disappointed. If I could go back and do over again then I would have submitted for BUDs instead of SWCC, but that’s in the past now.
I had never known about 18x or being able to try out for SF until after I had left training. A fellow classmate new about it and had told me about the program. So I started doing research on the job and the selection process. I believe the mission of SF suits me better than the other programs. I enjoyed my time in the field when I was stationed with the Seabees and I did well with land nav. Never to the extent of what they do in selection. I believe with my past experiences and with my drive I would make a great candidate for SF.
As far as meeting the requirements for SF that’s no problem I have plenty of time to work those issues which is why like I explained earlier I want to start talking with a recruiter to make sure that all my ducks are in a row etc. I do appreciate the help/advice that you guys have given me and what I've read from others. Thank you for taking that time.
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While I appreciate your enthusiasm, Waterlogged, the above highlighted, underlined, and colored statements concern me. As I read the first two, you took words uttered by and actions of your instructors, coupled that with an injury that you "could have pushed through" and used that to justify quitting. This occurred AFTER you had volunteered and started a course of training that YOU chose. I assure you, in SF training you will encounter many reasons to quit, and may statements from instructors that may encourage you to do so.
While your drive may be admirable - lots of people have "drive"! To me, your "experience" shows as a negative, not as a positive. IF you have matured and grown from this experience (which your post does not show - you blame OTHERS' actions, not your own), you may have a chance in SF. I hope that is the case, but your words do NOT show it, imho.
Good luck...