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The Air Force brought me many invaluable experiences and some pretty epic opportunities. When I was a freshman in college, I was selected for an elite training program - the opportunity to train and earn my Jump Wings. Yep, skydiving! I had told myself if I was selected, then I was meant to go. So, I did.

My roommate was selected, too. We were scheduled to go at the same time. How freaking cool is that?! We were put in the same small group & were in the same plane for all our jumps. It was exciting & frightening at the same time!

The nerves continued to build as our first jump approached. All the other groups had already had their first jump the day prior, but we had to postpone due to weather. Talk about anticipation and suspense!

It was finally our time to jump. I was scheduled to jump before my roommate. When I climbed to the airplane door & positioned myself in the preparatory position, I zoned in. It was just about doing what I had been trained for. About doing what I went there for. I was trained by the best, had the best equipment for the job & been given all the preparation I needed. I trusted my training, I trusted myself, I trusted God. And out I went…

After we both safely landed and gathered our chutes, I remember exactly what my roommate said to me. “Girl, I wasn’t sure I could get myself to do it. But, when I saw you go, I knew I could.” That’s been my position in life, quite honestly. And a major contributor to where I am today.

I recognize next level opportunities, obtain the training I need to take me there, trust myself, take the lead ... and jump! This is the secret to living at your highest potential.

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💗, Kristen

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