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Boot Camp Breakdown: Understanding the Process & the Progress
Watch or listen below to an inspiring discussion with a will share his unique perspective as both a former recruit and as someone whose parents and future wife navigated the challenges of limited communication, emotional change, and the unknowns of training. And be sure to sign up below for our upcoming event on July 30th!
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In this session, we’ll explore:
The Final Countdown: What really happens in the last few weeks before your child leaves—and how to prepare for it.
Navigating Emotions and Expectations: Understanding the rollercoaster of pride, fear, and letting go.
Communication Tips: How to make the most of your final conversations and what to expect once they’re gone.
How to Support Without Overstepping: Empowering your child’s independence while still being their biggest supporter.
Words of Wisdom from Experience: What our guest wishes they had known—and what they’d say to you now.
This event also includes a live Q&A session where you can ask your questions and hear advice from someone who’s been exactly where you are now. Whether your child leaves next week or next month, this is your chance to feel seen, supported, and more prepared.
To get the most out of this event, we encourage you to listen to our podcast episode,
“Preparing for Goodbye: What Every Parent Should Know Before Basic Training,” now available on the OCS Connect platform.
Register for our upcoming event involving this topic on July 30th @ 6:30pm Eastern
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