The purpose of Flight36 seemed apparent when we discovered a pattern established in the lives of men that grew up in a father-absent home. We have outlined this pattern below. Though we cannot prove this to be true in all men, the men we discussed this cycle with found similar patterns in their own lives.

We believe God is using Flight36 to minimize the potential destruction of the cycle in the boys who participate in our program. By creating healthy, affirming relationships while relating life situation to Biblical principles, we can make a difference. The cycle contains four parts as shown in the diagram below. Each part playing a role of the next effected behavior.

Feeling of Abandonment The result of the feeling of abandonment is the inability to feel love from others. People have tendency not to trust and build walls for protection.   Fear of Intimacy The result of the fear of intimacy is the inability to develop authentic relationships. People have a tendency to be skeptical of others love or affection.   Sense of Independence The result of having a sense of independence is the total reliance upon one's own abilities to accomplish and complete tasks and meet goals. People have a tendency to feel alone and develop false expectations for those around them.   Lack of Positive Affirmation People who lack affirmation from a positive source will eventually find it in other areas, usually unfulfilling and sometimes dangerous.

If God is not the center of their lives, they will find someone or something to center their lives on which will ultimately lead to a chaotic and destructive lifestyle. These negative choices affect themselves and those around them.

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