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A National Guard aviator's life took an unexpected turn when medical issues led to her assignment at the Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) at Fort Riley, Kansas. At first resistant and feeling a loss of control over her life and career, she candidly shares the deeply personal and challenging moments she faced during her initial experiences at the SRU. Struggling with the loss of bodily function control post-surgery, she opens up about the embarrassment, pain, and feelings of inadequacy she grappled with. From tearful moments to the darkest thoughts about her future, her journey resonates with raw honesty and vulnerability.