SFC at 13 years… debating getting out vs. pushing to 20
SFC here with 13 years in. My next reenlistment would put me into indefinite, but my body has taken a lot of wear and tear over the years, and I’ve got a personal situation coming up that’ll take about a year to work through. Timing and age both matter for me, so I’m trying to make the decision now instead of later.
If I stay in and push to 20, I’d be around 38 by the time I retire. Part of me wants to finish the full ride. Part of me feels like I’m asking my body and my life to hold on for seven more years when I could step out, heal, and rebuild on the outside.
Anyone been in a similar spot, mid‑career, physically worn down, big life decision on the table? What helped you make the call?
Can I get a chicken chalupa-chupa and a baja blast please?