How The Military Changed Me | My Military Story
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Austen Alexander is an Active Duty Sailor, who posts weekly to TH-cam. He is most popular for his challenge videos including Ms. Bikini Olympia and challenging U.S Marines to obstacle courses and races. Austen is the host of the Hot Mic Show with Austen Alexander podcast and continues to post fitness and lifestyle-related content to Instagram as well.
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Wow this video has exploded since I posted it one week ago. Thanks for all the kind words and be sure to subscribe! bit.ly/AustensTH-cam
Austen Alexander Man I wish I could pass the ASVAB but I’m not book smart I’m more of a learner hands on, but your videos are inspirational and definitely been helping me to better myself and see my future can be brighter than I see it to be now. I just wanted to thank you for helping me realize my potential. Thank you for your service.
I’m looking to actually join the navy after my contract is up with the National Guard in September. I’m rehabilitating my ACL right now also but after watching your videos all afternoon I’m feeling like I’m making a great decision. Thanks for putting your story out there bro 🤘🏼
When I was 7, a girl told me I looked ugly with out bangs. All the way through school, during P.E I’d run and cover my forehead with my hand the entire time! It’s crazy how much stupid comments can get to us.
By the way, I don’t think you have big ears. The stuff that gets in our heads is crazy!
@@Jjlavids you look fine. Glad you overcame the ridicule.
Yea, another mommy's boy. A person changes from within. 😜
This dude looks like a mixture of Captain America and Elon Musk
Absolutely same thought
Elon musk and Hugh jackman
Your actually so right
😭😭😭😭😭
He looks a little like Arthur from Merlin
Ears are fine bro
thanks man
Yeah, they not even big lol
@@AustenAlexander yeah, they are cool , like ur type of humor. Appeciated.
If they were smaller it won’t look right👌perfect size
Dude you think your ears are big 👀👀👀. I think you have eyesight problems..
“You will learn how to not look like dirt bag” that made me laugh
Christian Nordgren same I laughed too
Same ha ha
You are incredibly handsome. A lot of times I always see the most beautiful people get bullied by people who are ugly both on the inside and the outside. Glad you have confidence now. A lot of men and women need to take a leaf out of your page
Thank you! Maybe a few people out there will
@@patrickreilly2338 thats a girl
tdscia took the words right outta my mouth😁😁😁
Austen Alexander That is awesome that you were able to tell your story. I know a lot of people and some of my friends even have committed or tried to commit suicide because of commits like that. Be you. You are great
you are mistaken, usually it's reversed
Can you believe this guy used to be a nerd?? I'm so proud. I would've never guessed! Don't underestimate nerds.. they have the most discipline. Thanks for sharing Austen.
Your ears are *PERFECT!* nothing wrong with them at all
I 100% agree
I graduated bootcamp Sep. 21. I already see a difference in the way I think. The old problems I had don’t exist anymore. I hope the navy treats me as well as it has done for you!
That’s good to hear!! I’m sure it will. Just gotta take it with stride and positivity 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Old Marine here, any branch of the service will treat you with respect and dignity if you show them respect and dignity. The ball is in your court. GOOD LUCK I WISH YOU WELL !!!
james thomas thank you sir!
Cristian Reyes can you elaborate?
I’m going in the Army , I ship out Jan 14th and everything you said I would take into consideration.
Mimi Perez I’m shipping out to Army on the same day. Good luck!
Mimi Perez Update, how you goinggg
I’m hoping to go when I finish high school but my parents wouldn’t like me to or my friends they want me to go to college and get a life 😂 also they would hate me to get injured in any way like I already have been before. Thank you for your service I should’ve said that earlier and hope that you had a good time in boot camp if you finished.
Nicole Skorupsky There are some good reddit posts of young veterans who recently discharged and how it has affected their lives. Definitely worth a read to get both perspectives first hand
Ezio Auditore
Thank you for that even though if I wanted first hand advice I would just ask my father because he served in the army not in this country but in another one.
Austen, I'm actually in the process of joining the navy and this is actually the message I needed to hear. For a while I've been actually the same as you were before you joined. No confidence, hardly any direction, and felt I didn't know my purpose but, I know the navy will help me to obtain those things and more! I'm so glad you put this video out it has motivated me and inspired me to continue to work towards this goal of becoming a United States Sailor! Thanks man and God bless!
Look at that sailor in the picture! Well done 👍
What you learn is "it" was always in you.
@@buckybadger.4510 oh yeah, 2 amazing years down!
Wish you the best!!
I got burned pretty bad when I was 8 years old and got teased mercilessly in school for years, I always wore long sleeves and long pants to cover the scars. After awhile I pretty much said "F" it and decided that I wasn't going to let an accident limit my life and I took on the world as I knew it and became a stronger mentally and physically as a person. It changed my attitude towards the weaker less liked kids in school as well, I wouldn't stand by and let others pick on them or tease them or shove them around (you get the picture) I lost a few so called "friends" over it but what the hell good were they if they thought friendship was based on just being a dick to kids! To this day I don't tolerate people that go out of their way to harm another and have never looked back at what happened in 1972 as a sad time but rather the moment I started on the path towards who I am today. Thanks for sharing your story, I don't generally say much about my accident unless someone asks about it but since it relates to your topic today and I'm with 110% that you cannot let anyone or anything define you as a person, I only know of one perfect person in the world and HE went through a lot more than I ever will! Still regret not joining the Navy in 82 though! LOL
I'm glad you shared this as well. This is a great story and I agree with you completely. In 82' I think the Navy was still allowing people to spit on you and kick you during the Equator ceremonies haha kinda wish I would've experienced that back then
Mr sir austen Alexander.. Can u reply me has an important matter to asking u
@@venzkiefernandezdelacruz7634 What's that important matter, pray tell?
Are you Native American?
Alexander there’s 1 thing you failed to mention that you also gained Discipline 🇺🇸👍🏻
Yes that is very true
I know this is an old video, but thank you, for being able to share your story, I don't know how to explain how much I needed to hear this.
Thank you for sharing your story. I was not expecting you to say that was the reason you kept your hair long. It makes me think how many times have I let others comments affect the way I live my life and feel about myself. It is cool to hear how being apart of the military can shape you as a person. Thank you for your service!
Austen Alexander, you are amazing. Thanks for sharing your story -- your vulnerability and your strength. I think you have just made us all stronger.
You look amazing, happy you got over that and didn’t let nothing get you down. Confidence is the key. Blessings Austen🥰
Great motivation. At 39, I’m trying to find that confidence still. Even being through the Marine Corps and starting a grad program this year, just can’t seem to pin it down. Thanks though. Love your videos. Motivation all around. Going to try to do a Murph.
i hope you’re more confident now, you deserve it.
I needed this video, wow. You're a huge inspiration man.
It’s nice to see you reminisce on yourself, shows how much you’ve grown
Awesome story, awesome transformation, sailor! Crazy how vulnerable our emotions can be in our developmental years. The insecurities within bullies often fuel the hurtful comments targeted on others. Also, it's interesting how we attempt to mask these unwanted body images. As you combed your hair over your ears, your attackers combed theirs over their hearts. Keep wearing those shorts, brother! A mentor of mine used to always say, "It is none of my business what people think or say about me."
You're so beautiful now and looking at your old pics looks like you've ALWAYS been quite beautiful!!!!
I think those people were probably quite *jealous* of you!
Great video man!! Throwing down the good vibes and a great uplifting spirit!! Thanks for sharing your story brother man. I believe we have all been through struggles in life and hard times. Overcoming them is what makes us stronger as a whole and helps us become a better person/character from it all. You make me want to strive for more positive energy and motivation and confidence in myself watching you personify and talk about it.
hey Sean I appreciate this! I agree with you as well. I think we all have something to be thankful and proud for.
I know this video is years old, but i definitely needed to hear this. I’m processing for the Navy myself at 24, and this right here was insightful. Thanks for sharing brodie 🙏🏾
Sir, I am from the Philippines and seeing how you you changed so much from a person of low self confidence to becoming an active part of a national force, it's so inspiring. Your workout videos inspire me to be much healthier, even though school is very stressful. Lots of love, thank you!
Man this inspires me to take a leap to enlist in the military. Thanks brother.
Good luck on your decision! I appreciate it
The Navy teaches you are part of a team and each has to hold up his or her end to make it work. Disabled Navy Veteran after 11 years of service from being a typical enlisted to working directly for Admirals and Secretaries of Defense with an extremely high top secret clearance
"Always have a sense of self-confidence. You should always take care of yourself." words to live by. This is honestly one of the reasons that I watch your channel. You try to help people get on a good and healthy track thats best for them. I have absolutely nothing to do with the military and I live in germany, yet I enjoy watching your videos a ton! Your channel's super interesting and I wanna thank you for your service and puttin out the great videos that you do. Keep at it! -Lots of Love-
Hugs to you mate, you deserve happiness.
This is the exact video I needed to hear. Thank you for all that you do. I’ve really been going through it lately, and your videos have been a great escape. Can’t wait to see more !
Excited to hear this! Thanks for the support
Great video man! I can relate to this video to a certain level. I was 17 years old, 5'5, 118 lbs when I joined the Army in 1987. Although I was kind of a decent runner, I did not have athletic skills regarding team related sports, baseball, basketball etc, and kind of a "regular joe" regarding my looks. Joining the Army boosted my self confidence very much, became a happier person, developed a thicker skin (got no choice in the Army) and became a "go-getter" immediately. That helped me achieve every single goal and objective i had in life. Right now I'm a retired MAJ (O-4) who works for a very unpopular 3-letter-government agency, but I feel great and complete. God is great!
Hey great job posting our videos they are amazing keep up all the good work and have fun brother God Bless
Thanks to your videos I've become more confident in my joining the navy. I'm so excited to enlist. Thank you Austin Alexander!
Very very handsome!! As for the ears?? Peer pressure is normal and cruel. Your ears aren’t too big, they lied to you!!
Your handsome!!!
I’m going through the same thing right now. Low self confidence. I’m lost and don’t know what I really want to do with life. I just flunked out of college and looking to move on. I’m currently trying to lose the 1 inch of belly fat I need to get into the Navy, I’m just really worried about not passing basic training because I’m completely out of shape but I’m out here working. Thank you for telling your story it’s really motivating .🙂
keep working!! you will get there with consistency. and thank you!!
I really enjoyed this video. It warms my heart to see people changing for the better and having the guts to openly speak about it. And your lil southern twang makes it even better.
lol my southern accent has faded a little. But Thank you!
Wow! I have been watching your videos on and off for the past several weeks. This is by far one of the most inspirational videos that I have ever seen. I am sure your message has touched thousands! Keep it up brother!
Hey Evan I appreciate it alot!! Thanks for the support
We all wore the short shorts, I worn mine's back in the late 80s, the magnum pi look, North Island California
Still looking for that jtsuits comment
Great job Austen!
Amazing video! Now I kinda understand more about the video “everyone needs to know this” you posted 2 years ago. Those your old close friends just couldn’t take it how much you have changed. Amazing what you have been through. Thank you for sharing with us.
Self transformation is such a powerful thing. It’s wonderful you are sharing it. The moment we realise that all the gifts we need are hidden within us is the day we can start to become the people we want to be. Powerful stuff.
Kudos for the confidence to post this and my big ear story is nearly identical to yours. I did have big ears in elementary school but as you get older it all works out. We are winners today and most of the people that picked on me because of my ears its funny how life turns out they are losers today.
very true! I listen to a podcast that talks about the people the take their time to make negative comments are just sad people haha hope all is well
I leave for boot camp on January 23 2020 for Master at arms and your videos relieve my stress for bootcamp and I really appreciate you!
You have no idea how this video touches people like me. I was beat down my whole life by an individual who instilled in me that I was worthless.
In fact I'm in tears because I had this very conversation with my youngest stepson this morning who is also a victim of a bullying his entire young life. Your words echoed almost everything that I said to him and I'm gonna pass your story on to him. Thank you for sharing...you have no idea how much this is affected us... God-bless!
Thanks for sharing ur story. The military changed my life as well. I would have been dead or in jail. It saved my life. There was pros and cons during those years but looking back i think is well worth it.
This is good to hear! Yes I agree with you on that. Definitely worth it
Great vid as usual!
thanks 😀
I was feeling down, and needed this more than I knew it. Thank you for sharing!
Hey Austen, it’s cool to see you doing this TH-cam gig. I enlisted in the Army a few years ago, and around that time there weren’t really any major Sailor TH-camr’s. Great to see you spreading that life to people.
Thanks David!
Ever thought of doing a video with Matt Ward? I would be interesting to see US Navy vs US Army comparation /contrast. Thanks for your fine work!
The thing with the hair. It's true, when I cut my hair it was like I was a different person. This helped with my confidence.
Youre channel is so immensly helpful, thank you for all your hardwork and effort. Rock on
Thank you for sharing your story Austen.
Very proud of you man inshallah (God willing) only success for you bro 🙏
Shukran! (hopefully I said that correctly) thanks my guy!
4:29 any one else realize both their names combined is Austin Alexander 😶😂 😯
You’re story is going to encourage so many others! Insecurities suck. We all have them. Nice ears by the way. 😊
Thank you for your service sir
Motivational
thank you
I'm going into the Navy. I just waiting until June 3rd to get my meps date and swear in. I qualified for Master at Arms. Can't wait!!!
Love your attitude. I've never even served in the military, but admire people with positive approaches to life! Keep it up!
i appreciate it Jeremy!
Wilson High School Alumni!!!! I was some years younger than you but I remember you and your brother. It’s cool to see you doing something exciting with your life! Congrats on the success!
damn your ears are completely accurate for your facial proportions I can't believe someone could have told you otherwise!
Bruh in the picture where he barely cut his hair I swear I thought it was the dude next to him was him cuz his ears
Dude. I like your channel.
I've made lots of mistakes in life. The decision to join the canadian navy stands in my mind one of the best decisions I have ever made. I'll be doing my aptitude test in a few weeks. I'm stoked for my new life in the military. It's going to help me grow in all of the areas in life I want to grow in.
You look like a different person now man. Good for you. Good for making the change.
so inspirational!! much love!
You are a really good looking😎, tough and kind man. They lied about your ears being big, they are normal bro. Those guys who said that are probably living on the streets right now.
Dangggg that glo up tho
😂😂 dat glo up thooooooo
Graduated bootcamp January 18th finishing up A school to become an EM heading to Norfolk afterwards. I can relate so much to this video, in high school I was overweight had crap self esteem. Graduated in 2010 lost weight but still had crap confidence, flash forward I'm 27 didn't have much direction in life so I said screw it I'm enlisting. I choose Navy since my mom was Navy. I already have so much more self confidence,my anxiety is not bad anymore,I exercise regularly and I'm more responsible. Started watching your videos for Navy advice and they've been incredibly helpful. Thanks brother keep up the good work hooyah!
Great Message Austen!
Man, i don’t even like to talk about the way I felt in high school. A certain group made me feel worthless every day (literally held me down a few times and bullied me)
I didn’t feel an ounce of confidence until I joined the army and found confidence in my looks and body. But like, whose approval was I even seeking back then? I will never let my mind be that easily influenced again.
1:47 this man looks like he's about to tell her he doesn't care that she broke her elbow
Venomfall A man of culture I see
This has helped me very much in preparation for my future. More specifically, basic training. Your videos help me stay motivated.
awesome bro! Best of luck
The "short short " comment you made, in my head I legitimately didnt think anything of them. You are absolutely right ! If you enjoy wearing something wear it!
He does have some hella nice ears, damn
Great video I’m 17 and I really lack confidence, and motivation I’ve been thinking about the idea of joining some branch of the military I think it would be a good idea for someone like me
Yea man but first always consider your options. Good luck to you in the near future
_ jake124 dont do it bro trust me
Go marines! Go hard or go home! I got MEPS Monday, today is Saturday. I’m kind of nervous but I’m ready to leave my old life behind and start this new journey I’m about to partake.
you should train yourself before you join marines..
Don’t fucking do it cuzzo
I love your words of wisdom ❤️❤️
Wow! This video is very inspiring! I am happy that you were able to see past those negative comments and bring such positivity out of the situation ❤️ You're awesome!
You look like young Jean-Claude van Damme.
Perfect observation! Ochin kharasho 👍
Austin, your ears are beautiful.
Awesome video 😮 made me go flashback about me and thanks for letting us know about good self-esteem. keep it going!
Dude short shorts are the best. Very inspiring, man!
true story!! haha thanks Joey
lmao your ears aren't even big their normal size
They’re
If you would have said your ears were picked on in high school, I don’t think I would have believed you. Your ears are the most normal looking ears I’ve seen 😂
these videos are super motivational and are amazingly helpful to get me through the processes of joining, keep it up !
Thanks man!
Good for you! Awesome story.
Looking like B.J Blazkowicz in real life (Wolfenstein)
AJAJINGLE 31 exactly my thoughts!
Yeah dude you look like a total badass with short hair🤘🇺🇲🔱🏴☠️
Heading off to Benning in February. I’ve been performing on stage since I was nine, stopped a couple years ago (americorps and a new family). Never thought I’d be joining the military. Seeing transformations like yours does motivate very well.
What an awesome video. I just found out that my husband will be selecting his rate and joining the Navy tomorrow. So he will be in DEP. I’m so happy to watch this video. I cannot wait to see his transformation. I’m hoping some of his training wears off on me ;) Thank you for these videos. They’ve really been helping me. Also I definitely don’t think you have big ears. It’s sad what others put on us.
I think we all had that hair in high school. We called it “Bama Bangs” or the bama swoop lol. Roll tide
I live in Bama now, but went to school in Pearl, MS and we called it the Pearl Swirl 😂
4:28 brothers in ears
Thank You!
I love listening to you. You inspire me and I think you are awesome
I clicked on this because I thought you were a Marine MP laugh out loud still good vid though.
first person that I've ever seen spell out "LOL" haha but thanks
Austen Alexander auto correct laugh out loud
Go Army! Beat Navy!
*blocked*
nah jk fam
Austen Alexander I think I’ll have to comment this under all of your videos. It’s the only way I can feel comfortable watching your videos knowing I’ll most likely be attending West Point next year.
Hooah!!!
Navy..never again volunteer yourself. Army..ain't ready to be marines yet. Marines...my ass rides in Navy equipment sir.
Love your shorts. They are not super short.
Thank you for this great Video! It is so importantto take care of yourself to stay mentally and physically healthy.You reminded and inspired me of something important.Thank you for that!
The navy had the coolest uniform in my opinion lol now the blues are gone:( 😭
Trent T what do they have now just the greens?
@@daniel-ss1rk yup
Really?!?!?! No one noticed he looks like Elon musk
straight up massive transformation right there man big up you austen nuff said 1000%
Congratulations man!