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Show 2 COMMENTARY TIME S January 8, 2015 ¥ NzFocusing on the new year rill N/iEs Hilltop Times Managerial Staff: Andrea Mason Director, Team Hill Public Affairs 801-777-2286 Rich Essary Team Hill Public Affairs 801-777-2284 Barbara Fisher Team Hill Public Affairs 801-775-3652 Micah Garbarino ... Team Hill Public Affairs 801-777-1902 Deadlines: Editorial and news items are due by noon on the Friday prior to the Thursday print date. To submit news items, email 75abw.pa@us.af.mil or call the numbers above. For Classified Advertising, call 801-625-4300. For Retail Advertising, call 801-625-4388. The Hilltop Times is published by Ogden Publishing Corp., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under, and in compliance with, a Memorandum of Understanding with Hill Air Force Base. 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Call 801-777-1902 with story ideas or comments, or email 75abw.pa@us.af.mil . Call 801-625-4300 for Classified Advertising or 801-6254388 for Retail Advertising. HAWC Nest Fknorellp from the Health a nd Wells en Center Did you know smokers are most successful in kicking the habit when they have support such as medication therapy, counseling, guidebooks, friends and family member encouragement? QUIT TODAY. For assistance call the HAWC at 801-7771215 LT. GEN. BRUCE A. LITCHFIELD Air Force Sustainment Center Commander T INKER AFB, Okla. — By the time most of you read this message, the holiday season will have passed and a new year begun. I hope everyone had a chance to refresh, recharge, and ready themselves for what's shaping up to be a great year. The new year brings with it something we have not seen in a very long time...predictability. We have an approved budget, solid workload requirements, no known workforce reductions, and a defined mission to support warfighter needs. This is our opportunity to show the Air Force our team can deliver cost-effective readiness at Hill's Last DUI: Wage Unit Involved: Zoe Airmen Against Drinking and Driving provide rides when designated drivers are unavailable. Call 777-1111 to request a ride anytime. Hours of operation: Fridays-Saturdays 10 p.m.- 6 a.m. Sundays 9 p.m.-midnight. delivering 'Art of the Possible' results to ensure we are second to none when it comes to generating Air Power. As we focus internally, we will reach out to improve vital relationships with industry partners who help us defend our country with the most innovative technology known to man. We will become stronger as individuals, as teammates, as partners in our Nation's defense. The only things that will keep us from reaching our full potential is not striving high or reaching far enough on our journey to excellence. We need every AFSC member to come to work each and every day to make things better! Happy New Year! Keep 'em flying...it's what we do! Litchfield Asking for help is sign of strength not weakness BY MAJ. GEN. MARK BROWN AND MASTER SGT. DERIK NEW 2nd Air Force K EESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. — Growing up I was a big fan of Muhammad Ali. He was the world heavyweight boxing champion and unashamedly referred to himself as "The Greatest." I vividly remember a reporter asking Ali, "When did you know that you were 'The Greatest?' Before All could answer, the reporter offered, "Perhaps it was when you knocked out George Foreman in 1974?" All shook his head in disagreement, so the reporter continued. "Maybe it was when you destroyed Sonny Liston in the world heavyweight championship in 1964?" Again, All shook his head. Then Ali told the story of when he knew he was the greatest. It happened in 1973 when he faced Ken Norton at the San Diego Sports Arena. As All entered the arena, the crowed was in a frenzy, cheering "Ali, Ali, Ali!" The world champion stepped in the ring and quickly found himself overmatched against the bigger Norton, suffering a broken jaw in the second round. Ali found the strength to finish the 12-round bout, but suf- fered only his second defeat in 43 professional fights. Through this trial, after having his jaw broken and being knocked senseless but somehow remaining on his feet, is when All truly came to believe he was the greatest. To prove that point, Ali went on to beat Ken Norton in their next two matches. Being knocked out and having to bounce back is all but inevitable for most of us. This is especially true for those of us in the business of delivering air power for America. Our mission can be stressful and those stresses can be further complicated by the everyday challenges of life. The good news is that, regardless of our situation, there is always a helping hand. The act of reaching out to these individuals may be difficult, but should never be thought of as a sign of weakness. In fact, recognizing you need help, and seeking that help, only builds resilience and strengthens your character. Knowledge of this indirect benefit is well documented throughout history. Per John Heywood, an English author and playwright in the early 16th century; "If you will call troubles experiences, and remember that every experience develops some latent force within you, SENIOR AIRMAN SHANE PHIPPS/U.S. Air Force Maj. Crystal McLeod and Staff Sgt. Rebecca Michalek demonstrate relaxation training, May 7 at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. In addition to treating military-related post-traumatic stress disorder, mental health has the capability to assist with a wide variety of ailments. you will grow vigorous and happy, however adverse your circumstances may seem to be." We all need help every now and then. Some individuals feel very comfortable asking for financial, spiritual, physical, or emotional help during difficult times; however, many others are unable to recognize when help is needed, or are just reluctant to ask. For those who prefer to do things themselves, so as not to burden others, the situation or experience can eventually become such a weight that the individual is unable to go at it alone or is already in over their head. Air Force physicians, mental health providers, chaplains, first sergeants, commanders, and wingmen are all there to help. There are also many programs that allow you to talk or research your situations, such as our family readiness centers, our Military Crisis Line, the Air Force Suicide Prevention web site, the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, and The Airman's Guide for Assisting Personnel in Distress. But the fact remains, if you don't reach out, it's difficult to offer assistance. As military members, your country relies on your service and we understand the burden that can be levied upon you and your families. Always remember, you are not alone with this and someone is there to help. My wish to you this holiday season is that you will ask for help if you need it. Just remember that even "The Greatest" had to bounce back to truly realize his greatness. _r41 0POr THINK SAFETY Hill's Total 2015 DUIs: 0 world-class levels. This requires every member to perform at a high level as we strive to deliver the right results the right way. As a championship team, we should expect nothing less, nor should we demand anything less of ourselves. As we move into 2015, we'll place special attention on the health of our organization, our employees, our Wingmen, and of course delivering mission success. I want us to focus on our individual health, to include our physical, emotional and spiritual balance between our work and home lives. We will accelerate our drive to improve and mature in the way we operate using the AFSC Way. We will put a laser focus on areas that need assistance Report suspicious activity via the AFOSI EAGLE EYES program Dial: 777-3056 / 3057/ 3058. Watch — Report — Protect Force Protection is Our Business — Everyone is a Sensor Security Forces 24-hr. 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