what do you think about my decision to serve?
Well this is my 5th year in college and i still dont know what i want to do. accumulated loans and debt. thats where the navy comes in. ill pick a job that fits me, take college courses, get paid, travel --when im done--Finish school, earn my degree, have benefits, and travel! all in 8 years; its just my gut reaction to both my situation, and the economy. takes alot to make a decision like serving, but i think im ready. you only live once! im open to OPINIONS, SUGGESTIONS, EXPERIENCES... you can email me also: mdh_henderson@yahoo.com I take my asvab next week thursday i am physically fit [football] my dad served marines, i understand the risk involved with the US military i am joining for change, and moral reasons, not just money/benefits i have spoken to recruiter, just want to get more advice from various people thank you all for your input im curious to know what branch you all are in too. navy? army? airforce? marines? etc.
Military - 5 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
I applaud your decision but I'll give you one warning - the military isn't like college - you can't quit or change schools because you don't like it. It is a way of life more than a job. I've seen lots of kids come in thinking it was the end all to their problems and for many that was true but for others it is not. Be sure it is what you want to do before committing.
Answer 2 :
I think people join the military for different reasons, and yours isn't unusual. However the one reason you are going in may hinder you. if you have outstanding debt, the military may not accept you. That said, the best way to know for certain is to talk to a recruiter. Good luck!
Answer 3 :
MY OPINION FROM WHAT I READ THE BEST DECISION YOU COULD THINK OF. WELL PLANNED OUT AND YOU CAN DO IT NO DOUBT. IF YOU SAY YOU CAN DO IT YOU CAN GET IT DONE. REMEMBER WHAT I JUST TOLD YOU FOR FUTURE MOTIVATION :) THANKS
Answer 4 :
I was in your exact shoes not even four years ago. It was one of the best decisions that I have ever made which is the really interesting thing. I was nothing like the military type when I first enlisted and I'm probably still not. The fact of the matter is that it really is a way of life not just something to take lightly. You're going to hate Basic and AIT at first but when you're finished and graduated you'll look back on it and think about how much fun it really was. At least I did. I was deployed to Iraq three months after I graduated too. That's just something that you're going to have to deal with though. If God is calling you to do something, you should listen and follow everything laid before you.
Answer 5 :
Go for it! It will be a good life experience. You should be able to go in as an E3, because of your college credits. That means a higher pay. Like someone mentioned before your debt may be a problem, but you won't know for sure until you speak with a recruiter. I hope I can sign my contract next month. (Navy Corpsman
Well this is my 5th year in college and i still dont know what i want to do. accumulated loans and debt. thats where the navy comes in. ill pick a job that fits me, take college courses, get paid, travel --when im done--Finish school, earn my degree, have benefits, and travel! all in 8 years; its just my gut reaction to both my situation, and the economy. takes alot to make a decision like serving, but i think im ready. you only live once! im open to OPINIONS, SUGGESTIONS, EXPERIENCES... you can email me also: mdh_henderson@yahoo.com I take my asvab next week thursday i am physically fit [football] my dad served marines, i understand the risk involved with the US military i am joining for change, and moral reasons, not just money/benefits i have spoken to recruiter, just want to get more advice from various people thank you all for your input im curious to know what branch you all are in too. navy? army? airforce? marines? etc.
Military - 5 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
I applaud your decision but I'll give you one warning - the military isn't like college - you can't quit or change schools because you don't like it. It is a way of life more than a job. I've seen lots of kids come in thinking it was the end all to their problems and for many that was true but for others it is not. Be sure it is what you want to do before committing.
Answer 2 :
I think people join the military for different reasons, and yours isn't unusual. However the one reason you are going in may hinder you. if you have outstanding debt, the military may not accept you. That said, the best way to know for certain is to talk to a recruiter. Good luck!
Answer 3 :
MY OPINION FROM WHAT I READ THE BEST DECISION YOU COULD THINK OF. WELL PLANNED OUT AND YOU CAN DO IT NO DOUBT. IF YOU SAY YOU CAN DO IT YOU CAN GET IT DONE. REMEMBER WHAT I JUST TOLD YOU FOR FUTURE MOTIVATION :) THANKS
Answer 4 :
I was in your exact shoes not even four years ago. It was one of the best decisions that I have ever made which is the really interesting thing. I was nothing like the military type when I first enlisted and I'm probably still not. The fact of the matter is that it really is a way of life not just something to take lightly. You're going to hate Basic and AIT at first but when you're finished and graduated you'll look back on it and think about how much fun it really was. At least I did. I was deployed to Iraq three months after I graduated too. That's just something that you're going to have to deal with though. If God is calling you to do something, you should listen and follow everything laid before you.
Answer 5 :
Go for it! It will be a good life experience. You should be able to go in as an E3, because of your college credits. That means a higher pay. Like someone mentioned before your debt may be a problem, but you won't know for sure until you speak with a recruiter. I hope I can sign my contract next month. (Navy Corpsman
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