In our day-to-day lives, every individual is bound to go through various experiences that shape the person she becomes. The society that such an individual lives in will be one of the determinants of the course of life she takes. Career choice is another factor that cannot be overlooked. It is worth noting that certain experiences will take the individual through a learning process whereby such an individual comes out as a stronger person whose usefulness grows gradually to positively impact the community she serves. While serving as a female soldier, I learned that when we are at peace with those close to us, and we are committed to what we do, we will always succeed disregarding how we are.
Family comes first in forging me as an upright member of the society. My parents and siblings have been supportive since I expressed interests to join the military. My father would remind me that there is no career that is cut for men. For that reason, I was always a challenge the boys both in class work and sports. Emerging at the top was always my dream and my parents were always supportive both materially and morally. When I was through with my studies I chose a military career as a calling bearing in mind the noble duty the forces undertake for the good of the whole nation. I was glad that my relatives did not go against my wish and instead supported me fully and reminded me that I could excel in anything when I focused. We were aware that a military career would often demand that I spend time away from them but that did not deter us in any way. I was also aware that it was a career that would sometimes involve working in risk areas. My family reminded me that I would always be in their prayers and that I would emerge triumphant given that we were united in thought. From the cordial relationship, I have learned that we should lobby for moral backup from family when we set out to do something.
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All along I have been taught to work hard and be committed in everything I set to do. As a woman in a career that most people feel is best for men, I have not been discouraged to take the backseat. In fact, I weathered the training exercise very well and realized that we can make it when we love what we are doing and get committed to giving it our best. I was greatly encouraged in April 2012 when I was promoted to the rank of SFC. It reminded me that my contribution in the military had been noticed and that my career had an allowance for vertical development.
Serving in the military has also taught me to be an inspiration to the feminine gender. Many people get surprised to hear that I am a military officer. More surprise arises when they realize that I am a senior officer but I remind them that gender is not a hindrance to the achievement of the goals that an individual focuses on. As an advocate for equality, I have had the opportunity of mentoring women and girls, both at work and back at home. I always remind myself that self realization will help me cheer up the girls and make them the pride of the society.
Indeed, there are three crucial lessons that I have learned in my life and career as a military officer. Family comes first to give the much needed moral support in attaining the set goals. Working hand will complement in forging a well rounded personality who fits in the assigned post or office. Lastly, there is need to sway from the gender debate and let every individual toil for the most appropriate position. I believe that I have made the world a better place by putting these lessons into use.
