your england is not too shabby yea, letterbox mind 
Although it's true some are not and will never adjust well to
military life and regimentation, one should still hold on and do
their part. Unless you are medically unfit, then you should
downgrade. To find means and ways to skive often is a bad
reflection of one's character and moral standing. of course this
sounds very idealistic, but i think we sg people should look beyond
what the nation can do for you.
On a side note, SAF is making more room for creativity and so
called idealist. Though change is at a glacial pace, it's something
at least! Be happy we're not in armies that follow a strict line of
decorum and regimentation.