I'm going to say it in French.
When we leave the forces, we no longer necessarily have goals in life. An event like the Invictus Games allows us to fulfill ourselves anew as people, and prove to ourselves that we are still able to accomplish something and to succeed.
A general sentiment among veterans is inability to perform. We view the way we were thanked for our service as a statement that we are no longer able to accomplish anything meaningful. Participating in the Invictus Games allows us to transform as individuals.
It's the same thing for the organization I'm volunteering for. The sporting activities we offer to veterans allow them to meet other veterans in person, and participate in events that can transform their lives. For example, we went to Switzerland and took three veterans with us. They experienced something that changed their lives. It is in that moment, where transformation occurs, that having a mentor gives them the help they need to venture into new territory in their lives.
Thank you.