Never Forgetting Who You Are! Do You Agree or Disagree?

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 20:23:46 -0400

As you go about your career in life. Do you believe in yourself and what your made up inside? Always be yourself is my belief. I served 25 years and 3 days in the United States Army. I never forget the beliefs, values, norms, morales and ethics that made me the Soldier. I only made Sergeant First Class, but I never compromised my integrity and self-worth for being somebody else. I was always told never forget where you come. Thanks to my parents/family and many leaders/friends in the Army for believing in me and seeing me for myself.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 21 at 2015 5:43 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 17:43:36 -0400

Amen, SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL. What you wrote, the way you've lived your life, will take you far - not only in the military, but in life in general.

It's great to see SMA Dailey say that about being a Soldier.

Although we may not trumpet this every day, I think most SMs and a lot of veterans still live their lives that way -- serving our nation with pride and humility at the same time.

I find it interesting that we get a lot of who we are from our upbringing (at home), but then service in the military shapes who we are and who we will be (for some) for the rest of our lives.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Mar 21 at 2015 6:13 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 18:13:22 -0400

So long as you don't allow who you were to keep you from becoming who you could be...

Response by CSM Michael J. Uhlig made Mar 21 at 2015 7:26 PM

CSM Michael J. Uhlig — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 19:26:43 -0400

Another key thing to remember is where you started (not only where you came from), the humble beginnings, the struggles as a young Soldier/Sailor/Airman/Marine/Coast Guardsman.

Many times leaders actual forget how it was when they were starting out, it aint always easy, it is very tough especially for those younger service members trying to support a family. And, many leaders do not realize how many service members send money home to help their families! We cannot forget where we started.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 18 at 2015 12:40 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 18 May 2015 12:40:33 -0400

If you act with pure intentions, you will have less regrets over your life. To take moral short cuts means you don't epitomize everything good about the military. We have a duty to be good examples to our troops not only for the quality of our leadership, but maybe to influence the troops lives as they become more mature.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 11 at 2015 8:49 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:49:06 -0400

If you love and take care of your soldiers they will got to hell and back with you, or rally around you when you are down.

Response by MSG Kirt Highberger made Aug 11 at 2015 8:52 PM

MSG Kirt Highberger — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:52:00 -0400

Especially today, there are enlisted folks that need to see that you accept responsibility for their professional well being.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Aug 11 at 2015 9:30 PM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 21:30:41 -0400

Never forget who you are and where you came from. It's the foundation for success in life.

Response by SGT Brian Nile made Aug 12 at 2015 12:52 AM

SGT Brian Nile — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 00:52:07 -0400

Very deep philosophical question Sarge!