At the end of the day you were still an infantry Marine. You’re an absolute fucking alpha compared to like 99% of the people on this planet, so don’t lose sight of that.

If you’ve gotta get back on the horse, go ahead and do it. Hit the weights, get into martial arts, start shooting again, start challenging your body and mind the way you wanna be challenged. Push yourself, but don’t beat yourself down just because you think you deserve it. We all have our highs and lows, and don’t EVER forget to reach out to your friends if you’re feeling lower than you can handle. Nothing makes a man stronger than admitting he can’t do everything alone, and seeking help when he needs it.