MST y shares her journey from a military upbringing to her experiences in the Marine Corps, illustrating the challenges she faced as a young woman in a male-dominated environment. She discusses the impact of harassment, the struggle for identity, and the long-term effects of her experiences on her life after service.

Trigger Warning 

timestamp 07:19 - 12:48 :  SA details, freezing, victim blaming, self-blame, derogatory words towards women, predatory behavior by older men

timestamp 20:41 - 26:20 : harassment, dehumanization, explicit s*x acts, coercion, bribery, alcohol/drugging, lost memory, waking up alone, victim blaming

Takeaways

• MSTy's military background was influenced by her family's service.


• She chose the Marine Corps to be different from her family.


• Boot camp was challenging but manageable at a young age.


• MSTy faced significant harassment and misogyny during her service.


• She felt dehumanized and labeled in the military environment.


• MSTy's experiences shaped her identity and resilience.


• She struggled with boundaries and advocating for herself in the military.


• MSTy's individuality often put her at odds with military culture.


• Her experiences have had lasting effects on her mental health.


• MSTy's journey reflects the broader challenges faced by women in the military.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Misty's Journey
03:04 Family Background and Military Influence
05:58 Joining the Marine Corps
08:47 Experiences at Boot Camp and Initial Duty Station
12:12 Challenges Faced as a Female Marine
15:03 Coping Mechanisms and Identity
18:01 Reflections on Individuality in the Military
21:32 Navigating Early Experiences in the Military
24:52 Confronting Trauma and Its Aftermath