Therapy of RallyPoint...

2014-11-05T08:05:45-05:00

We've read about Romance on Rally Point, Good Hair, Bad Hair, No hair; Lazy leaders, Crazy leaders, Superstars and Supernovas...so the question is are you finding RallyPoint Therapeutic?

Response by MAJ Dallas D. made Nov 5 at 2014 8:10 AM

2014-11-05T08:10:21-05:00

SGM Private RallyPoint Member I would say for me it is. I really enjoy talking with current service members and also reliving some of my past experiences.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 8:09 AM

2014-11-05T08:09:38-05:00

Absolutely, SGM Private RallyPoint Member! Even though I still work for the Army as a civilian, it's not the same as being on active duty, and I don't "connect" with active duty Soldiers in my unit the way I do here on RallyPoint -- both Soldiers and veterans.

I have posted this in other places on RP ... This is the virtual equivalent of the coffee shop (or, in the case of Fort Meade, the food court at the PX), where many retirees hang out and discuss the good old days. It's very therapeutic.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 8:13 AM

2014-11-05T08:13:27-05:00

SGM Private RallyPoint Member Yes I think it is. Rally Point is the place we can talk and exchange questions, comments, answers, and stories with out all the drama of other social media sites.

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Nov 5 at 2014 8:26 AM

2014-11-05T08:26:13-05:00

SGM Private RallyPoint Member yes it allows me to express some points of view that I didn't/couldn't while I was on AD, now that I am retired I can more vocally express myself. Plus it allows me to continue to stay up on current military events/news with those that are still serving, so I get my own form of therapy by reading. posting and responding on RP!!

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 8:30 AM

2014-11-05T08:30:55-05:00

SGM Private RallyPoint Member I truly enjoy this community on RP. I feel like I can share with folks here. I've made some truly dear friends here. It's been good for this gal!

Response by PFC Zanie Young made Nov 5 at 2014 8:40 AM

2014-11-05T08:40:51-05:00

SGM Dan Coberly It is very theraputic because it allows me to speak freely about current military events, share a a few laughs, relive the "good old days", as well as share my experience to new and old alike. I don't have to worry about judgement here because we are all connected and my point of view is respected. I have connected with all ranks and all services in one place and it makes me feel like I belong. Great post!

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 8:44 AM

2014-11-05T08:44:34-05:00

Wonderful responses. Will send you my bill for $100 an hour for therapy...

Response by FN Mike McCormack made Nov 5 at 2014 9:25 AM

2014-11-05T09:25:59-05:00

I cant speak for everyone...and since I'm an IT professional, social media has helped me to stay in touch and reconnect...period. There are many that hate it and say that it is making our society impersonal...maybe it's true in a way, but I just wanna say to those haters - BITE ME!

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 12:06 PM

2014-11-05T12:06:15-05:00

I think so SGM Private RallyPoint Member. I think for anyone that the ability to talk and discuss with people with similar interests or at least with somewhat of an understanding of what you've been through is therapeutic. In a way Rallypoint is a "safezone"

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Nov 5 at 2014 10:25 PM

2014-11-05T22:25:23-05:00

I was feeling really cut off from my military family until I found RallyPoint. I tried Facebook, but I went through puberty once and that was enough for me. You can only see so many kids light themselves on fire just to get views. RallyPoint keeps me in the loop with military current events, lets me know that I am not alone in feeling alone (missing the camaraderie), and has introduced me to a network of people I could have never found on my own.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 5 at 2014 11:55 PM

2014-11-05T23:55:12-05:00

I think rally point has become my chair. I have a nice leather chair at home. After commuting for an hour in rush hour traffic, nothing feels better than a glass of ice water, sitting in my chair kicking my feet up and relaxing in familiar comfort. Rallypoint is familiar comfort and with all the arguments it feels like a family holiday dinner.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 4:37 PM

2014-11-26T16:37:54-05:00

RP is pretty awesome, It keeps the wheels turning in my head. I've been up here to Fort Lee twice this year, and it gives me something to engage when I have free time. I really enjoy seeing all the different sides to the questions. I have personally used some of the things I've learned here on RP to deal with some of my troops. There is no limit to the tools I can add to my kit from the wealth of military experience available here.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 15 at 2015 1:39 PM

2015-08-15T13:39:47-04:00

It gives me a venue to share ideas and gives me a task to complete.

Response by Amn Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 30 at 2015 3:26 AM

2015-09-30T03:26:56-04:00

That is not what it should be about it should be about how we can strengthen our military. It has become too soft