One of the most difficult concepts the Army teaches new recruits is maintaining your sector. You see each soldier has a certain sector that they are responsible for protecting. For example in a convoy the gunner on the first vehicle is responsible for what is in front of the convoy. The second for the left, third for the right, fourth back to the left, and fifth also on the right. And so on and so on until the final vehicle which is responsible for protecting the rear of the convoy.
These sectors are designed to overlap, giving the maximum protection. But it is vital that everyone maintain their own sector. Even if all hell has broken loose in someone else's sector you cannot turn to help. While you are helping the other soldier how will you know if the enemy is sneaking up through your sector while your back is turned?
This concept is built on trust. Your gut tells you to turn and fight. Your comrades may not be able to protector your flank or your rear. You want to ensure it is being done. But you must trust your brothers and they must trust you.
What if we applied this principle in our own lives? How often are turned around concerned about what others are or aren't doing all the while leaving our own sectors unguarded? Do you trust your brothers and sisters to protect their sectors? Do they trust you?
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