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Dutch-Master2890
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Army
#11413310 - 11/08/09 06:54 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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I think im just gonna say fuck it and join the army... my lifes goin nowhere im sick of worrying about bills and school i figure ill join up do somethin along the lines of electrician and in 4 years ill be out hopefully sane with a job.
if not ill be that crazy uncle whos hooked on drugs when i get out
anyone here been in the service or is going to the service?
and anyone who says some shit about the army can fuck themselves cause someones gotta do it
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Vibes
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You will regret it.
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Morgenstern
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Well, its definitely something productive.
Good luck.
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Enthrall
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Re: Army [Re: Vibes]
#11413365 - 11/08/09 07:00 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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Vibes said: You will regret it.
You haven't lived until you've regretted.
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zoso507
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Quote:
Dutch-Master2890 said:
if not ill be that crazy uncle whos hooked on drugs when i get out
the army will definitely make you that crazy uncle.
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Knifey Mcstab
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Re: Army [Re: Vibes]
#11413378 - 11/08/09 07:01 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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Vibes said: You will regret it.
What if he doesn't?
A lot of people don't regret it.
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Kiefish
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"the army will definitely make you that crazy uncle."
Very possible.
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Asante
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Most veterans who saw serious action come down with it. PTSD tends to fuck you up for years or decades, or all your life. Its no picnick, I live with it. (non army related)
Theres probably something more constructive you can do.
If you can't hack it in society, and the army sends you to a conflict zone, you're screwed.
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Prisoner#1
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Dutch-Master2890 said: I think im just gonna say fuck it and join the army... my lifes goin nowhere im sick of worrying about bills and school i figure ill join up do somethin along the lines of electrician and in 4 years ill be out hopefully sane with a job.
it's a damned good start at a career in a thousand different fields, electrician is just one of many, unfortunately 'fuck it' is the wrong way to look at enlistment because it's an 8 year obligation, if you dont think you're capable of committing to that it's best not to enlist because if you do and you muster out early it can be devastating in civilian life... the benefits are pretty good if you stick it out
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420_psychonaut
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Re: Army [Re: Asante]
#11413467 - 11/08/09 07:13 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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why the army join the AF or navy.im joining the Air force when im done partying.
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Prisoner#1
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Re: Army [Re: Asante]
#11413522 - 11/08/09 07:22 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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Wiccan_Seeker said: if you can't hack it in society, and the army sends you to a conflict zone, you're screwed.
not the case, some people thrive in those high stress situations, others are capable of making the adjustment from civi/mil/civi with no issues, others do end up screwed... it's all about how well the mind handles the rapid stress load placed on you
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Solemente
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I'm trying to join now, stupid criminal waivers got me on hold though
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Jaegar
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Army sounds like a good start. I bet soldiering can be quite interesting and rewarding.
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starfire_xes
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Navy.....then you get to go to Thailand, Singapore, etc. Some good drugs to be had, but now they got piss tests.
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Re: Army [Re: Jaegar]
#11413597 - 11/08/09 07:37 PM (14 years, 4 months ago) |
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Jaegar said: Army sounds like a good start. I bet soldiering can be quite interesting and rewarding.
it can be, it can also be the worst hell you ever experience, depends on your mindset
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PreparationH
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Pris what do you know about the navy seal program? I have 2 more years of college and if I can't find a job within 6 months of graduating in my major I would really consider going that rout b.c my bro was in the navy and liked it, I think it would be good for me to GTFO of my situation also.
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dkamp18
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man the army is the last option that you want to address when you get desperate in life. A lot of people that go into the army love it, and certainly don't regret it.
However, EVERYONE that I have EVER met that jumped into the army, with the same attitude as you thinking that they will just straighten out your life's problems for you and just because they get tired of "monotony", always regret it. I grew up in a small town with a very heavy presence of military recruiters, and I assure you that my experience is not fleeting.
please do not just jump in head first thinking that they will just work it out for you; remember the Army, the navy, the marines whatever branch you consider, they are all just a business. Another enterprise looking to get you in their "company" with the promises of all their benefits, greater than all the other "businesses" out there. but once you step in you are at their mercy... or lack thereof.
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NinjaDizzle
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My dad was in the Army 20 years, went to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War. He actually counseled soldiers suffering from PTSD. Most of them were mentally fragile to begin with, but the majority of soldiers can handle the situations. I'd say someone that dabbles in psychedelics would be mentally tougher.
I tried to join the AF, but was denied b/c of a previous health condition, 30% hearing loss in one ear. They're actually able to be ultra selective right now, so if you have any problems (ie, past record, health issues, bad test scores) they will not take you.
But the Army is a great launch-pad to a successful career in many different paths. You can get 4 years of college if you're interested in that, and previous service provides you with a "Veteran's Preference" for government jobs after you get out. (You get first look before any civilians applying.) After you get done serving, if you want a cushy job, working 40 hrs a week, great benefits, and job security, I'd say consider it greatly. But don't tell the recruiter this is a last resort, show some interest, be proud of your decision, that's what they want.
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Prisoner#1
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it's like any other of the special ops, start training now but be well aware that if you have any sort of record you'll have to be something amazing to get the security clearances, you'll be privy to secret and top secret material so they'll crawl up your ass to find the peanuts
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starfire_xes
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I had a friend who was a seal. He said, it doesn't matter how good of shape you are in. You have to have the mental stamina to take it. That s what makes or breaks people trying to be seals.
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