How did your painful moment in childhood define your character today?

When my parents got divorced at a very young age - that set me on a course to do just the opposite.  I recently celebrated 20 years with my wife as a testimony to the impact that had on me!  Looking forward to the next 20, too!

Ma'am, <br>The events that i encountered/endured while growing up caused me to be socially stunted. Meaning when i joined the army i had to learn how to make friends and be part of a group. <br>

Wow Captain,&nbsp;<div>Tough question to ask a bunch of "Warriors" who are very reluctant to ever show any signs of weakness. &nbsp;Childhood Trauma or painful moments and you want then to talk about that in an open forum? &nbsp;Might Happen.</div><div><br></div><div>My childhood taught me to not stop trying. To never give up no matter how little your parents really seemed to support you. If you set your sights on something you CAN achieve it, no matter how hard it seems to be, by doing it one step or one day at a time. &nbsp;Eventually you will achieve your goal.</div><div><br></div><div>I always knew I could get a degree if I applied myself. &nbsp;It took 38 years from High School Graduation to my College Degree, but I made it. &nbsp;More importantly, I used my degree after I Earned It!</div>