Posted on Jan 17, 2019
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I suffer from minor insomnia
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SGT Michael Thorin
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From what I remember, none of us slept well. Up at 0430, then be in formation by 0445 (plenty of time to crap, shave, make up your bunk and get yourself squared away).

After you PT for about an hour, you are marched back to barracks, about 0600, to shower and shave.

The formation for chow will start around 0615.

The rest of the day will be a blur, and you will finally be allowed to try to get sleep at around 2300.

Rinse, wash, repeat, LOL.

Sleep deprivation is part of any agencies basicentrance schooling.

In basic training I had trouble sleeping, but I am glad I did, because persevering through adverse situations is the goal.

I have never heard of a situation such as this which you are asking information. I will tag some friends who may be able to help.

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SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth
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Sounds about right brother Michael.
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SGT Michael Thorin
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Thanks SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth. I never worried about lack of sleep, we just appreciated it when we got it! LOL
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SFC Retention Operations Nco
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Hahahaha..... Trust me.... Falling asleep is not a problem in Basic. You'll pass out before you head hits the pillow. It will feel like the lights are back on before your head hits the pillow, too.
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SPC Douglas Bolton
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SGT Holly Johnston
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I fell asleep standing against a tree during Basic.
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SN Christian Woodward
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You brought me back, that's exactly what i thought, i was out quickly and lights were on what seemed like immediately, good times!
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CSM Charles Hayden
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The Saltpeter that Army feeds you in BCT also alleviates insomnia! SPC (Join to see)
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lol
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