The unit I was in when I was in the Army was deployed to Iraq in January. Got the news a few hours ago that my buddy was killed. He is the 3rd one in my Platoon that has died during combat. I have this guilt in me because I wasn’t there to help my brother and sisters in arms. Instead I’m stuck at home with mental disorders complaining about how hard it is while they are out there risking their lives. I just really hate myself right now.
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whats the story bro??
What do you mean?
where overseas middle east??
I did say Iraq…
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sry its like that
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So sorry to hear @Longhorn21 . It’s such a dangerous job and it’s never easy. My condolences. Don’t blame yourself. Sz is problems enough and most you can do is be supportive for your friends in this trying time. Much respect for serving in the military. Look out for yourself is important too.
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Thanks @rogueone that means a lot. Just feeling some guilt and hurt but I’ll be all right!
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Much peace friend. My cousin lost her husband in Afghanistan. He was a sapper/engineer and was a demolitions detector and animal handler. It was the first time we lost a man and his dog. So sad and impacted hard on her family for sure. I went to the funeral and it was attended by our Prime Minister at the time which shows you how big it was. Every soldier deserves the respect of the nation and hope they look out for their family too. Much respect.
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Yeah unfortunately I’ve been to to many military funerals the last 4 years. Was hoping this year would change that. Unfortunately due to COVID we won’t be able to give him a funeral anytime soon
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Yeah weird world but you can always go by later if not too far away. So sad for you and your community/friends. It doesn’t ever get easy but be strong and look after yourself. Be strong for those who survive these events. So sorry.
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So sorry for your loss @Longhorn21.
Don’t beat yourself up over it, it’s not your fault that you got sick and had to come home.
Hugs and prayers.
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I’m sorry you lost your friend. It really sucks that you can’t even have a funeral. And you lost others too. That must be so hard on you. But please don’t feel guilty. It’s not your fault. And you have no control over getting sick and being unable to be there. You were there when you could be, and that’s what counts. You volunteered and that is so commendable.
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Thank you @LilyoftheValley @eighteyedspy23 @rogueone I’m doing my best this morning by honoring him in small ways. Listening to his favorite music, drinking his favorite drink. Things like that helps me get through my grieving.
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Yea schizophrenia is enough. Your friends don’t suffer from sz but suffer from war. Its the same, just a different type of pain.
I am sorry for your friend. But, selfishly, I am very glad you weren’t there, and are here instead. You are an important member of this community and you help your brothers and sisters in psychosis. It isn’t the same, but schizophrenia is also a potentially deadly disease and supporting people can help them survive.
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thats very sad news…how old was he
I have gone through the same thing. It hurts, but time heals. Talk to somebody about it if need be. 
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@Ninjastar thank you for your supportive words. And your not the only one who is happy I didn’t go oversea.
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@karl he just turned 25
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