"College will give you a good job." >Majored in Russian. >Speaks to level 3 proficiency. >Nobody will hire. That's it, I'm joining the military. I wanted to when I graduated highschool, but college was non-negotiable. At least I'll finally have a job that isn't retail or rideshare.
My parents threatened that they'll kill my dog, break my legs(I believe its true), and that they will never let me come home if I join the military. I'm still gonna do it cause its all I've ever wanted to do. Due to their threats all that's gonna be left of me is a note on my desk. No good bye's cause I like being able to walk.
QuiT My dad would let me join but my mom doesnt even want me to say the word "Military". She has a fear of me dying and doesnt want me killing bad guys
QuiT make sure you are an adult first or they'll call the police on you as a missing person, I also want to join and my parents are religious and they have an excommunication system which is pretty extreme and I am 90% sure that they will not talk to me after I get back because I broke a promise with dog or what not
I was never in the military. But, being a little older now, turning 30 in Feb, NEVER let your parents dictate your dreams when you grow up. You are in control of your destiny. You can listen to their advice or criticisms, but NEVER let them discourage you from what your heart is telling you. Whether it be the military, careers, religions, being gay or straight, WHATEVER. You will one day have regrets. Besides, SOMEONE has to be out on the battlefield, someone needs to be truck drivers, someone needs to be police, someone needs to clean the floor at Walmart, someone needs to control the crazy fires in California, NOBODY is above these important roles in society. YOU become the woman/man you want to be.
My dad said, and I quote, "Your recruiter doesn't give a shit about you and he only talks to you because he needs numbers".... he's a conservative man and I have never heard him cuss in my life.. it's so sad I don't have support, especially when I want to have a military career, serve 20-30 years 😞😞😞 I'm going in as a mental health specialist and then when I get my doctorate (while serving) I will serve as a US Army psychiatrist ! Thank you for this! HOOOOAAAHHHH
i let my dad talk me out of joining the airforce a few years ago when i still wasn’t sure if it was what i wanted. now i know for sure and im just going to sign tf up and let him know when im leaving 😂💯💯
I support our troops, always have and always will, but it is not a life I wanted for any of my children. My second born child, my first born son, was a teen on a path to ruin and together we decided that Job Corps may be the answer for him so in March, at 16, off he went. He turned 17 in May. In August he called and asked if he could take the ASVAB and talk with a recruiter. Afterwards he called me and told me that his recruiter was a decent guy, laid out all the pros and cons in an honest dialogue and in his mind he felt the pros outweighed the cons and his heart had been set on enlisting in the Army for some time now, he just didn't know how to break it to me....."Ma, I need this. Will you please sign the papers?" I felt like I'd been kicked, not because he asked but because I had somehow instilled in him a fear of discussing his goals with me. I got shade from his older sister "You're signing him over like some sort of package!" and from his bio father (who is a straight sack of maggots to my son) "Don't let that boy join the G*ddamned Army, there ain't no future in that!" But all I heard was the bravery in my son's voice as he told me he needed this, the conviction as he explained what an honor it would be for him to join the men and women who stand for our freedoms and I signed the papers. He will graduate from Job Corps in December and he will ship to BCT in January. I am terrified. I've never been more afraid of anything in my lifetime. There is an old saying "To raise a child who is comfortable enough to leave you, it means you've done your job. They are not ours to keep." I've tried to keep that in mind, these children are just borrowed treasures that I get to hold for a while and I need to help them find their ground and be confident enough in myself and in them to let them go....it's not easy, especially with the negativity that was thrown over his decision to enlist and my decision to not hinder him even though he is just 17....the thing of it is, though, I know this young man better than he even knows himself half the time because he is flesh of my flesh, blood of my blood....that heart that beats in his chest first beat within me before it ever felt the strain of the world. I know he is destined for greatness and he needs a clear path to reach his goals, my job now is to sit in the bleachers and cheer him on. That is precisely what I intend to do. Hooah!
Thank you for sharing your insight and experiences, it gives me a clearer view. I couldn't shoot him down, I know what it took for him to even speak to me about it....I could make a DS shit his pants, I am that harsh LOL
He'll be fine mom, chances are he won't even be deployed to a war zone even if he is infantry. I knew more people that didn't get deployed to a war zone than that did. I unfortunately did get deployed to Afghanistan in 2008 and although it has changed me I never regret anything I've done and am thankful everyday for the opportunities the Army has provided me. It sounds like you have done a great job raising him and the Army will instill in him the morals and back bone to be a real man. Best of luck to you and your son. PS: What is his MOS?
He was delayed due to an unplanned 2 month leave from Job Corps (he graduated March 10th WOOHOO!) and heads to BCT on May 16th (he'll turn 18 just 10 days later) his MOS is 11 B, option 40
Great video man. I'm in the Infantry right now and i have been for four years. I feel like everyone one should serve so they can understand that everything in this great country should not be taken for granted.
Hey, great video, brother. The military is the best thing that ever happened to me. I was a punk-ass, disrespectful, lazy, little shit when I went in at 18. That shit got nipped in the bud; quick, fast, and in a hurry though. The military has taught me values that I will take with me for the rest of my life. My biggest mistake was ETS'ing, I've had, and am still having a hell of a time reintegrating back into civilian life. My hatred for civilians has reached epic proportions, especially the younger generation.
what branch did you go into? im 18, and am pretty much the same way. that's one of my strongest motivations for joining the military, which ill do in about a year or less, but im struggling between army and marines
So you claim that the best thing that happened to you was joining the military but you came out of the military hating the younger generation, wow do you hate the younger generation because they don't vote trump ? Fucking idiot.
My parents didn't give a fuck if I did Army, Air Force, National Guard,and Coast Guard... but than I brought up the Marines...my parents wanted me to Do Air force, but holy shit when I brought up Marines they yelled at me saying am I crazy and stuff. they keep saying when Marines come back they are changed. Class of 2021 I'm joining Marines, once I'm 18 parents have no say for what I'm doing.
Haha ok kid. You realize that there is no difference in Army infantry and USMC infantry right? They both do the same thing and chances are nowadays you won't even see combat. I know WAY more infantry from Army and the USMC that did not see combat than those that did. If you are not doing infantry then it makes absolutely no difference what branch you join. All the branches have hundreds of support role MOS's (multiple different kinds of mechanics, eletrical, engineering, wiring, communications, and supply just to name a few examples). I know you think that you'll be some big well respected badass if you join the marines but honestly in the real world people do not give a shit which branch you served in. They won't respect you more just because you joined the marines. In summary, if the marines is a fight with your family, and you want to do infantry, then the army offers infantry also. If you want to do any of the hundreds of other MOS's other than infantry, then any of the branches offer those. And again, I can almost guarantee you won't ever see combat even if you do want to join the infantry, so if that is why you want to join the infantry then I would rethink and join with an MOS that gets you a job after you get out.-US Army infantry, 2006-2010, 1st tour in Afghanistan, 2nd tour in S. Korea.
but marines is designed to actually change who you are, they turn you into a emotionless killer. Every other branch doesn't try so hard to brainwash you.
My parents know that I'm joining the army, my mom just came up to me and said that her and my dad don't think I should join. She said I need to join either the airforce or the navy and that I need to pick one of those two. Told me those were the only two things I'm ALLOWED TO JOIN. Who the fuck does she think she is?
She is you mother that you still need to respect...if you dont agree with her then talk tonher like a mature man and dont say : who the fuck she is?" Coz all she feels is fear. You will be a parent too soneday and you will understand. But the last sentence you said therebis one reason why you need to jpin military. To learn how to respect.
I joined right after high school 4 months after graduating I was at boot in San Antonio Texas. It wasn't easy but it did teach me to be a better person my parent's didn't want me to go but I wanted to prove to them I can do hard shit and come out on top.
Trying to get my black friend to join the Army with me, buddy system. His uncle tricked him into thinking the army is racist! Sad! Great guy he truly is, maybe I can pull some strings
Hilariously, the military is more racially and religiously mixed than the average population. You'll get a better taste of diversity there than at some college that claims to be diverse.
Typical black people claiming everything is racist instead of opening their ignorant eyes to the truth. The Army was one of the least racist organizations I have ever been apart of.
My daughter is in the Army and has been there a year and a half. I was scared at first but she has her own mind and I support her for that, even though I have one friend who disagree with this. She's now a specialist and doing well. I'm proud of her now. I'm a Army Mom
@@suleevor8052same here. My only son!..8th week in navy bootcamp...i still.have anxiety. Let us.pray for them.and the parents coz we suffer while our kid are serving!
Sometimes I get sad, even a bit jealous of people with good,caring, parents. I was born into a shitty family, put into foster care for certain reasons, and then wound up being adopted by a nice family at first, but after the lovey dovey brand new kid feels went away I’ve been treated like shit ever since. Now im get mocked for joining the military.
Biggest life lesson I learned is blood relation doesn't make you family trust and respect does and that's your choice on who gets that trust and respect I remember when I joined that army back in 2017 my dad told me I was too slow (like mentally) and would quit I've never felt more self pride then when I got my black barret and earned my title and especially when I got to call my father and tell him I succeeded my 2 cents for you is follow what makes you happy it will be hard and grueling and will test you to your very core but I put it like this I may not agree with the gov at every decision but I respect the soldier next to me and would never give up the lessons they taught me for anything
I'm in the process of taking my asvab and enlisting thinking about 11x your videos give me a lot of insight and what to expect in the army. I'm 27 and for the younger kids I'll tell you this if you want it bad enough go get it keep pushing until you succeed.
I grew up I'm a military family and ever since I was little I wanted to join. Finally when I turned 17 which was in October I looking into it ALOT and I made a time to go see a recruiter and went and seen him two day ago and he made me take a pre asvab test and what I would want to go in for and I told him infantry either 11B or 11C. My mother says shit to try and make me feel bad for wanting to join but I tell her that I know she will be afraid but no matter what I'm going to join so she should at least try and support me. So listening and watching this video helped a little as in going to talk to her about going one of these times to see my recruiter and talk to him to at least help her more calm. Thank you.
I showed this video to my mum and she went from a complete no to her wanting to know more about the Army and what the training and pay is like so thanks for helping
Hey my advice is; do what's in your heart... don't let your parents hold you back. I served in the military for 31 years and honestly that was the BEST move I ever made... I have several reasons why for example here's one; I have two high speed degrees (BS & MS in Engineering) that the military paid for... and also my two children have high speed college degrees paid in full by the military... wow... no other job in America can top that.
Yeah I’m joining infantry and I agree 100% exactly what this man is saying. My mother really needs to hear this. She’s says the same exact stuff that this man has said. “You’ll get PTSD, you’ll get disabled”.
I'm going through this process with my parents. I really want to join the infantry and my parents are dead set against it because they think its a dead end. Thank god my recruiter is infantry and is also setting himself up to having a solid career after the military with college. He's showing my parents an example of how I can do infantry and still set myself up for success.
Can u share a broad non invasive example he gave? Shipping on an 03xx contract and ik ill embrace the suck, i have my whole life, but also yk theres no such thing as too much research lol
Mine keep throwing temper tantrums, acting dumb about it and hide under a rock. They don't want to get out of their bubble and its going to pop... my mother still doesn't understand that this is my choice. Not hers
I told my Dad first because I knew he’d gone through the same thing at 17, (Big reason he didn’t join was because of taking anti-depressants at the time) he made lots of points on why I should definitely take my time to consider it, pray, learn more, and also to understand what I’ll be sacrificing if I did. I enjoyed the discussion with him. He told my mom afterwards, so I didn’t know how she felt until a week later when I asked her about it, she shared that she was terrified for me, but extremely proud of me for considering such a huge step in life. This concludes one thing: if you’re reading this and concerned about telling your parents, just go for it, whether they react badly or more along the lines on how my parents did, it’ll feel good to get it out there.
going to Benning in less than a week 11x hooah grandfather was Navy Korean conflict , Uncle was Army mechanic in Frankfurt , Dad who became an alcoholic was in the Old ironsides armoured Div , and Step dad was a Tanker In the Gulf war , out of all my cousin's ones been to jail , ones a total whimp literally cries when you raise your voice at him , and my other cousin is a Liberal who hates guns , my brother has a heart problem so it's up to me to be the man this generation and continue our line of Military service it's alot of pressure but it's also my motivation at 23 yrs old school of hard knocks , but no regrets I am thankful for the wisdom I have gained in that time and now it's time to put on my big boy boots and become a real man
My older brother is already in. My mom has had a few freak outs because of that, but having one kid at home has been a comfort to her. My brother enlisted after finding out college wasn’t a fit for him, and my parents are happy he found a career path. I was always supposed to be the scholar child, but I'm over college. I will have my brother on the phone when I tell my parents I'm enlisting. I have a large suspicion I will get different treatment. Definitely will need my brother to have my back.
Oh my god, this dude looks like a younger version of my Uncle Mark! Random thought...Great video! My parents are pretty anti-militaristic, especially my mom. I'm 16, female, their firstborn, and they're super education-oriented. Probably why I've been in a fucking school burnout since 8th grade, lol. Anyway, it comes down to this: Emerson had it right in his Self-reliance. There comes a time where you have to decide to live your life how you want to or to let other people live your life for you just because you don't want to lose them/they think they know what's best for you. The truth of the matter is that if someone truly cares for you, then they should love you unconditionally and accept the choices you make regardless of whether or not they agree with them. Especially if you are an adult, legally or maybe also maturity-wise. They'll be there to support you always. So, yeah, at 18 I'm planning to join the Marine infantry regardless of whether or not they want me to. Probably just leave them a note saying what I've done. Be easier on all of us.
My dad was in the army which lead my brothers to join the marines & army. While I want to join aswell, my dad and step mom were proud and happy about me joining very supportive. I decided to tell my mom by a phone call so I told her and she told me to never call her again and to take care. My mom was a very caring person but since my dad and her divorced she cared less about me. So then I moved to my dads. I Just felt uncomfortable living with her bc she had 3 other kids with her boyfriend which she didn’t really have me enough attention and didn’t care what I did which made me do bad decisions, then I went to live with my dad where I’m in a more comfortable place. Even tho she won’t ever talk to me again I’m still her daughter I’ll love her always and wish the best for her🤷♀️
If your parents want you to go to college you can go on college fot military academy and plus you get better chances joining and have better chances getting promoted.
My parents were and are not supportive of me going into the military. I ended up going to college (which is what THEY wanted) and doing AFROTC. Even while trying to join as an officer in the Air Force, they pressured me to eventually quit, getting me to convince myself I didn't want it. I went on with college while balancing out 2 part time jobs and Track and Field. I found myself depressed and having anxiety about the future cause nothing felt "right". At the end, I graduated with a piece of paper and about 35K in debt. Almost a year out and I working a job that's not even in my degree. After getting married and a supportive husband, I've re-introduced myself to the military and plan to go into the Air Force. If it's not for me, atleast I did my time. I decided to "break the news" to them after I've sworn in so I can be more focused. I know they most likely ridicule me up till I put on the uniform but I know what I want, and ready to go!
I fought with my parents for months to allow me to join... Sad part was I already turned 18 when I solidified my decision of following my dreams since I was a kid. Honestly it based off your parents perspective and how they perceive the Army or other branches to be, but in the end if you do follow through your parents will accept you. If not then that's dumb for the parents to think that way of their child.
Thanks for making this video. I was up late, thinking about my son joining and stumbled on this. I was really surprised at the amount of parents that shit on their kid decision to sign up? I would never send them away telling them they’ve made a horrible choice? I’m just going to stand by his decision and support him any way I can. Really going to miss him while he’s away and that’s the only problem I have, but that’s just me. Your video really cheered me up. Thanks for that and thanks for your service.
Jim EC - My bet is that you're going to be impressed with the changes you see in your son when he returns. Let him be the judge of whether his decision was horrible or not, but tell him his experience will be what he makes of it, like anything else in life. When he leaves wish him Luck, tell him to serve Honorably, and to NEVER Quit. (I say "NEVER" because I've known/met a number of people who did. For most it blew away their sense of self-confidence for many years to come.) Then tell him you're confident he can handle it Those things, along with a handshake/hug and a big "I/We Love You" are the best things a young person leaving for Basic could hear. PS - sorry to butt in, but your comment touched me. I hope my words help. You may miss him, but I'm sure you're pride in him will make up for that. Good Luck !
TedBronson1918 Thanks so much for your response, it really means a lot to me. Really good advice too, and I’ll be using it for sure. Just watched your vid again while I was responding, and I tell you every time I bum out about him leaving I’ll be watching it. Thanks again, Jim
Jim - just so there is no confusion, this wasn't my video. I'm just a viewer/subscriber who commented on your comment. "The Infantry Life" puts out good videos. My service was decades ago. This fellow is still relatively young. All I did was suggest the things that I wish had been said to me, that would have been a help. You'll be doing yourself a favor by watching the videos TIL puts out. He tells it like it is. Take care ! I wish you and your son the best !
My mother told me women shouldn’t go into the military blaming my dad for telling me to join the military (since my dad was in the marines.) A lot of my dad’s family were in the military and it inspired me to protect my country and that’s MY decision. Thank you for this video.
I'm 15, planning on joining sometime after 18 maybe closer to 20. I wish to serve my country. Which branch do you think would be the best? I would think Marines.. I've heard boot camp is tough as fuck but I can get through it. Naturally I would like to avoid death (if possible) so do you have any tips to reduce chances of getting blown away? I guess don't be stupid and fuck up, pay attention etc
I still have 2 years before I can join and my parents are very supportive of me joining especially because every male on my dads side of the family has served. I really want to join infantry, I’m just not sure if I should join the Marines or the Army. My dad said it’s my decision I just don’t know which one.
talking to recruiters as a 30 year old has been funny. trying to rush me through shit and offer any MOS. trying to get 15t has been a struggle. i decided being infantry with possible airborne would be alittle to hard on my body at my age. I could feel the rage through the phone when i told the recruiter i wasnt going to meps until i know what job i want.
Lol when I told my grandfather i enlisted as EOD he told me everyone would call me stumpy because I would lose fingers. nowadays he couldn't be more proud of me.
always talked about joining the armed forces, my parents knew this. Since the war in the Ukraine I was told to think about another alternative.I can understand why they (my mom) says this. But my dream of doing something meaningful is far greater. What I always say is "who would I be as a person if I said I wont join up because of the war in the Ukraine?" I will be joining, one way or another. I have been thinking about it for many years, and my decision has not changed. Follow your dreams, or you will resent others for not choosing your own path. (Just a quick memo, I am talking about the German Navy)
My mom was straight up not gonna let me join the Air Force. But then after 2 years she finally decided she would let me join. Currently in the process of joining
When you go to every military video to find useful information yet you see 12 year olds in the comment section..........😳 Great information youre giving us The Infantry Life, Especially since my parents are very liberal.
Every member of the military should read War Is A Racket by Major General Smeadley Butler. And every high school senior should read it. Written by America’s most decorated hero at the time of his death in 1940. The military doesn’t fight for our freedoms overseas. They fight to make corporations millions of dollars at the expense of the taxpayers. Smeadley won 16 medals and was America’s most decorated hero at the time of his death. He wrote War Is A Racket to teach of us who profits from war, why we fight wars, and this is coming from a warrior himself. Nobody in the government has his credentials. We need to pass a constitutional amendment that doesn’t allow our troops to go over 500 miles from our shores. And completely withdraw every member of the military to bring them home. As the fifth chapter of War Is A Racket is called To Hell With War.
This keeps popping up in my recommended videos, so I feel compelled to write something. You have to be 18 to join the Infantry. Parents can suggest things, but the choice is in the hands of the recruit, ultimately. If a recruit is swayed by what mommy has to say about it, then I have to imagine that the Infantry doesn't want to waste resources on that soldier. Am I wrong?
my mom got so mad when i told her i wanted to be green beret but my dad always told me i had to join the military to get a better life but he wanted airforce so i wouldnt die but im still going to enlist when i turn 18
At the time in posting this I currently work at Belk and a place called Longshoremen (International Longshoremen ) and my dad wants me to quit everything and be a longshoreman because he and a few other family is but the Navy is one thing I want to do for me
What do you know about 11c guys ? Do all them carry mortars ? Because I saw somewhere some carry machine guns , SAWs , and anti - tank weapons . Then again I'm kinda interested in this partly for the job side / blowing shit up occasionally . But more seriously great videos man !
thanks bro, they don't Lol carry mortars, they divide the load up amongst themselves. yeah though, they are still infantryman, bit with extra training to a degree. so they will carry around weapons like that, sure.
Possible? yes, but most likely not really ideal. Infantry is the worst mos to be honest. The only skills you get are to be a security guard. You also get less bonuses, take the asvab and see what other jobs you qualify for. I got programming as a Marine, which led me into my career as a computer scientist. Be smart, don't be basic.
My oldest son leaves for the Army tomorrow. I served 7 years active, airborne infantry. I could go through my resume but I won’t. Basically, I have accomplished more, have a better family life, work, educational background ect. and more free time now at age 43 then anyone I know, besides the hardcore motherf$ckers I served with that retired after 20. Many of my friends went SF, or achieved their awesome goals while in, a pilot, multiple 1st Sergeants, MBAs, Lawyers, federal employees, just good dudes. Even if they were not society’s elites, they were damn sure 1000% better off for joining and living life to its fullest for a a few years
The Infantry Life hey man I told my dad and Mom and my dad was cool and he said but there’s other things better in life then joining the military and my mom was just not having it what should I do I want to join the marine corps and I don’t want my others to take control over my future ?
My mom is mostly worried that I won’t make it and I will be upset that I didn’t make it. First off I know I can. Second I definitely won’t make it if I don’t try. Third I need support from my mom. Edit: But she told me to join if I really want to
Chris Ong Judging by your last name, I'd say you're Asian. Your parents might be like that because since they are foreign, they are trying to seem like the most American family. It's ok too. There's no limit to being patriotic and loving your country. I'd organize them to sit down with them some night and talk. I plan on doing the same thing. But I'd try to talk my parents into it.
guayabita madura I don't really have a choice. She has me by the balls, even if I did try to stand up for my self she'll probably threaten to call the cops on me. Kind of unfair considering that i'm almost 18
I have recently decided to join the army and serve my country. I told my mom i was going to enlist and she said stick to school and study hard instead :(. If they dont support me ill just enlist when im 18.
They are right, you should go to school first. If you graduate and still want to join, then go for it. You'll see that 4 years of school will put you ahead of your military peers who joined when they were 18.
my mom did not agree at first when i went up to meps i didn't tell her ehat my mos was until after i did the oath of enlistment. now just waiting to ship. she is happy and supportive but wotried but she will be okay all i can say is do what is best for you
Homeless veterans is a main concern. On the other hand, jealous parents don't want someone to experience other countries. The parents never did anything like that.
Also if you have family who served there country talk to them tell them why do you want to join tell them about it and say what branch your going to join.
My parents are always telling me to do something useful with my life and when I told them the idea of me joining the said no like make your fucking mind up
That real world training argument is bogus because most companies will still require a degree or certification. Most of the MOS’s don’t really “transfer” to the real world. That argument against joining infantry is ridiculous
Son: mom i want a motorcycle instead of a car! Me: oh no! Forget me as you mother if youll pick motorcycle instead of a car!!no! Son: mommy i will join the Navy! Me: what? Are you sure about that?? Im proud of you..
Except you don't support your country by joining the military. That's complete bullshit. You do not help the everyday men and women of your country by joining the military. That's just bullshit that people are taught to spew, in the name of patriotism. No one comes back the same once they come out of the military. You are psychologically manipulated into becoming a mindless killing machine. You are programmed to obey orders without question. It will leave you fucked for life unless you have extraordinary mental strength. There's a reason why most infantry regiments only require the reading and mathematical ability of a 13 year old.
Thomas Hamilton Are you stupid? You think everyone in the military has orders to pick up a gun and kill people? How close minded do you have to be lmao. There’s jobs in the military that are LITERALLY the same to a civilian job, the only difference is you wear a uniform.
Thomas Hamilton Boys and girls, Thomas Hamilton is exactly what a coward sounds like. If we ever get invaded, he is the guy that will back stab you to save his own life.
you just have to show her you're serious, and that it's what you wanna do, what your going to do. she will understand and come around, she's your mom, so she's just acting like a mom. haha. you could have her watch this video... and then subsequently ban you from using TH-cam ever again. 😎 why doesn't she want you joining?
My mom is telling me she dont want me to die she thinks that the skills i learn there wont apply here how her friends son was in the marines and how he came back fucked up and he started drinking and needs to smoke weed to help himself how i wont be able to get a job out of the military and dude alot of people that havent been in the military and have it worse the veterans
12 year old girl that is dreaming of being a marine infantry rifleman. I can already pass the military fitness test... only girl in the whole elementry school with a six pack.. I can't wait to serve
"College will give you a good job."
>Majored in Russian.
>Speaks to level 3 proficiency.
>Nobody will hire.
That's it, I'm joining the military. I wanted to when I graduated highschool, but college was non-negotiable. At least I'll finally have a job that isn't retail or rideshare.
Cypto-linguist get that spicy 40k enlistment bonus now. If that ain't good, i don't know what is
@@xlr8442 -50% tax cut. Either way. Money or not. It is an honor to serve a country that offers freedom to all.
Random Weeb you sound like a perfect candidate for green berets.
Random Weeb it’s “up to 40k”
You’d have to pick a high demand job and sign a 6 year for the max bonus IF 40k is one of the options
If you have a degree at least join as an officer.
My parents threatened that they'll kill my dog, break my legs(I believe its true), and that they will never let me come home if I join the military. I'm still gonna do it cause its all I've ever wanted to do. Due to their threats all that's gonna be left of me is a note on my desk. No good bye's cause I like being able to walk.
your parents sound crazy...no offense just holy shit.
I agree. I did make them sound crazy. They are honestly the chillest parents I know. But when it comes to the military. They are fuking nuts.
QuiT same here my parents go nuts about the military. especially my mom.
QuiT My dad would let me join but my mom doesnt even want me to say the word "Military". She has a fear of me dying and doesnt want me killing bad guys
QuiT make sure you are an adult first or they'll call the police on you as a missing person, I also want to join and my parents are religious and they have an excommunication system which is pretty extreme and I am 90% sure that they will not talk to me after I get back because I broke a promise with dog or what not
I was never in the military. But, being a little older now, turning 30 in Feb, NEVER let your parents dictate your dreams when you grow up. You are in control of your destiny. You can listen to their advice or criticisms, but NEVER let them discourage you from what your heart is telling you. Whether it be the military, careers, religions, being gay or straight, WHATEVER. You will one day have regrets.
Besides, SOMEONE has to be out on the battlefield, someone needs to be truck drivers, someone needs to be police, someone needs to clean the floor at Walmart, someone needs to control the crazy fires in California, NOBODY is above these important roles in society. YOU become the woman/man you want to be.
HERE, HERE 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!!
Youre more likely to die in a car wreck then die in the military.
Absolutely!
Who told you that? Your recruiting officer?
Some of us hardly had any issues until re-entering the slimey civilian world.
USMC Grunt with 14+ yrs service
Thank you for your service to our country
Thank you for your service.
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My dad said, and I quote, "Your recruiter doesn't give a shit about you and he only talks to you because he needs numbers".... he's a conservative man and I have never heard him cuss in my life.. it's so sad I don't have support, especially when I want to have a military career, serve 20-30 years 😞😞😞 I'm going in as a mental health specialist and then when I get my doctorate (while serving) I will serve as a US Army psychiatrist ! Thank you for this! HOOOOAAAHHHH
Did you do it
Go get’em💪💪
Did you do it ?!?!
i let my dad talk me out of joining the airforce a few years ago when i still wasn’t sure if it was what i wanted. now i know for sure and im just going to sign tf up and let him know when im leaving 😂💯💯
I support our troops, always have and always will, but it is not a life I wanted for any of my children. My second born child, my first born son, was a teen on a path to ruin and together we decided that Job Corps may be the answer for him so in March, at 16, off he went. He turned 17 in May. In August he called and asked if he could take the ASVAB and talk with a recruiter. Afterwards he called me and told me that his recruiter was a decent guy, laid out all the pros and cons in an honest dialogue and in his mind he felt the pros outweighed the cons and his heart had been set on enlisting in the Army for some time now, he just didn't know how to break it to me....."Ma, I need this. Will you please sign the papers?" I felt like I'd been kicked, not because he asked but because I had somehow instilled in him a fear of discussing his goals with me. I got shade from his older sister "You're signing him over like some sort of package!" and from his bio father (who is a straight sack of maggots to my son) "Don't let that boy join the G*ddamned Army, there ain't no future in that!" But all I heard was the bravery in my son's voice as he told me he needed this, the conviction as he explained what an honor it would be for him to join the men and women who stand for our freedoms and I signed the papers. He will graduate from Job Corps in December and he will ship to BCT in January. I am terrified. I've never been more afraid of anything in my lifetime. There is an old saying "To raise a child who is comfortable enough to leave you, it means you've done your job. They are not ours to keep." I've tried to keep that in mind, these children are just borrowed treasures that I get to hold for a while and I need to help them find their ground and be confident enough in myself and in them to let them go....it's not easy, especially with the negativity that was thrown over his decision to enlist and my decision to not hinder him even though he is just 17....the thing of it is, though, I know this young man better than he even knows himself half the time because he is flesh of my flesh, blood of my blood....that heart that beats in his chest first beat within me before it ever felt the strain of the world. I know he is destined for greatness and he needs a clear path to reach his goals, my job now is to sit in the bleachers and cheer him on. That is precisely what I intend to do.
Hooah!
thanks a lot for sharing! I'm glad you gave his idea a chance to be heard instead of shot down immediately.
Thank you for sharing your insight and experiences, it gives me a clearer view. I couldn't shoot him down, I know what it took for him to even speak to me about it....I could make a DS shit his pants, I am that harsh LOL
haha, I don't doubt it!
He'll be fine mom, chances are he won't even be deployed to a war zone even if he is infantry. I knew more people that didn't get deployed to a war zone than that did. I unfortunately did get deployed to Afghanistan in 2008 and although it has changed me I never regret anything I've done and am thankful everyday for the opportunities the Army has provided me. It sounds like you have done a great job raising him and the Army will instill in him the morals and back bone to be a real man. Best of luck to you and your son. PS: What is his MOS?
He was delayed due to an unplanned 2 month leave from Job Corps (he graduated March 10th WOOHOO!) and heads to BCT on May 16th (he'll turn 18 just 10 days later) his MOS is 11 B, option 40
Great video man. I'm in the Infantry right now and i have been for four years. I feel like everyone one should serve so they can understand that everything in this great country should not be taken for granted.
couldn't agree more bro.
Like living.
How was country devil
Hey, great video, brother. The military is the best thing that ever happened to me. I was a punk-ass, disrespectful, lazy, little shit when I went in at 18. That shit got nipped in the bud; quick, fast, and in a hurry though. The military has taught me values that I will take with me for the rest of my life. My biggest mistake was ETS'ing, I've had, and am still having a hell of a time reintegrating back into civilian life. My hatred for civilians has reached epic proportions, especially the younger generation.
hang in there bro, I know how it goes and sometimes you just gotta keep on fakin the funk! 😎
what branch did you go into? im 18, and am pretty much the same way. that's one of my strongest motivations for joining the military, which ill do in about a year or less, but im struggling between army and marines
So you claim that the best thing that happened to you was joining the military but you came out of the military hating the younger generation, wow do you hate the younger generation because they don't vote trump ? Fucking idiot.
My parents didn't give a fuck if I did Army, Air Force, National Guard,and Coast Guard... but than I brought up the Marines...my parents wanted me to Do Air force, but holy shit when I brought up Marines they yelled at me saying am I crazy and stuff. they keep saying when Marines come back they are changed. Class of 2021 I'm joining Marines, once I'm 18 parents have no say for what I'm doing.
***** How exactly mate?
Haha ok kid. You realize that there is no difference in Army infantry and USMC infantry right? They both do the same thing and chances are nowadays you won't even see combat. I know WAY more infantry from Army and the USMC that did not see combat than those that did. If you are not doing infantry then it makes absolutely no difference what branch you join. All the branches have hundreds of support role MOS's (multiple different kinds of mechanics, eletrical, engineering, wiring, communications, and supply just to name a few examples). I know you think that you'll be some big well respected badass if you join the marines but honestly in the real world people do not give a shit which branch you served in. They won't respect you more just because you joined the marines. In summary, if the marines is a fight with your family, and you want to do infantry, then the army offers infantry also. If you want to do any of the hundreds of other MOS's other than infantry, then any of the branches offer those. And again, I can almost guarantee you won't ever see combat even if you do want to join the infantry, so if that is why you want to join the infantry then I would rethink and join with an MOS that gets you a job after you get out.-US Army infantry, 2006-2010, 1st tour in Afghanistan, 2nd tour in S. Korea.
but marines is designed to actually change who you are, they turn you into a emotionless killer. Every other branch doesn't try so hard to brainwash you.
go in as marine recon you'll have A FUN TIME learning to be interrogated. They break your fingers to see if you'll talk.
just saying, your mind will change a million times. I'm in 10th and ive gone from teacher to doctor to navy.
My parents know that I'm joining the army, my mom just came up to me and said that her and my dad don't think I should join. She said I need to join either the airforce or the navy and that I need to pick one of those two. Told me those were the only two things I'm ALLOWED TO JOIN. Who the fuck does she think she is?
Dropped Spaghetti .
Your mom lol
Parents don't have the right to pick your career. Period.
Once you’re 18 buddy that can’t control ya
She is you mother that you still need to respect...if you dont agree with her then talk tonher like a mature man and dont say : who the fuck she is?" Coz all she feels is fear. You will be a parent too soneday and you will understand. But the last sentence you said therebis one reason why you need to jpin military. To learn how to respect.
I joined right after high school 4 months after graduating I was at boot in San Antonio Texas. It wasn't easy but it did teach me to be a better person my parent's didn't want me to go but I wanted to prove to them I can do hard shit and come out on top.
Amen brother
Trying to get my black friend to join the Army with me, buddy system. His uncle tricked him into thinking the army is racist! Sad! Great guy he truly is, maybe I can pull some strings
Hilariously, the military is more racially and religiously mixed than the average population. You'll get a better taste of diversity there than at some college that claims to be diverse.
Typical black people claiming everything is racist instead of opening their ignorant eyes to the truth. The Army was one of the least racist organizations I have ever been apart of.
+Flashburn Says the guy who's been a part of some racist organizations. But seriously. He's my friend I don't care about the race stuff.
Are you saying I have been involved in racist organizations?!?
+Flashburn hey! You said it not me! Lol. I'm joking buddy. Have a blessed day
Its like a battle for parents too whose kids are in military. So hard!
My daughter is in the Army and has been there a year and a half. I was scared at first but she has her own mind and I support her for that, even though I have one friend who disagree with this. She's now a specialist and doing well. I'm proud of her now. I'm a Army Mom
My only son is going to join military. I am scared now but what I do is just supporting him. I’m so proud of him and hope he will be okay.
@@suleevor8052same here. My only son!..8th week in navy bootcamp...i still.have anxiety. Let us.pray for them.and the parents coz we suffer while our kid are serving!
Thank you so much for this. I really needed help with this to tell my parents that I'm enlisting and your advice here was helpful. Thank you!
Really needed this Man
sorry it took so long.
Sometimes I get sad, even a bit jealous of people with good,caring, parents. I was born into a shitty family, put into foster care for certain reasons, and then wound up being adopted by a nice family at first, but after the lovey dovey brand new kid feels went away I’ve been treated like shit ever since. Now im get mocked for joining the military.
Biggest life lesson I learned is blood relation doesn't make you family trust and respect does and that's your choice on who gets that trust and respect I remember when I joined that army back in 2017 my dad told me I was too slow (like mentally) and would quit I've never felt more self pride then when I got my black barret and earned my title and especially when I got to call my father and tell him I succeeded my 2 cents for you is follow what makes you happy it will be hard and grueling and will test you to your very core but I put it like this I may not agree with the gov at every decision but I respect the soldier next to me and would never give up the lessons they taught me for anything
I'm in the process of taking my asvab and enlisting thinking about 11x your videos give me a lot of insight and what to expect in the army. I'm 27 and for the younger kids I'll tell you this if you want it bad enough go get it keep pushing until you succeed.
I grew up I'm a military family and ever since I was little I wanted to join. Finally when I turned 17 which was in October I looking into it ALOT and I made a time to go see a recruiter and went and seen him two day ago and he made me take a pre asvab test and what I would want to go in for and I told him infantry either 11B or 11C. My mother says shit to try and make me feel bad for wanting to join but I tell her that I know she will be afraid but no matter what I'm going to join so she should at least try and support me. So listening and watching this video helped a little as in going to talk to her about going one of these times to see my recruiter and talk to him to at least help her more calm. Thank you.
Showing this video to my mom. I'm already set but would like to ease her mind. Thanks for another great video man
not a problem bro.
I showed this video to my mum and she went from a complete no to her wanting to know more about the Army and what the training and pay is like so thanks for helping
awesome man, that's pretty much what I was going for! good luck bro and let me know how it all works out!
+The Infantry Life yeah since I'm Scottish the British Army let the Scots guards wear kilts so that's cool
+Paul scott015 that's more that cool, I would wear the shit out of an authentic scotch kilt! haha.
Hey my advice is; do what's in your heart... don't let your parents hold you back. I served in the military for 31 years and honestly that was the BEST move I ever made... I have several reasons why for example here's one; I have two high speed degrees (BS & MS in Engineering) that the military paid for... and also my two children have high speed college degrees paid in full by the military... wow... no other job in America can top that.
Yeah I’m joining infantry and I agree 100% exactly what this man is saying. My mother really needs to hear this. She’s says the same exact stuff that this man has said. “You’ll get PTSD, you’ll get disabled”.
I'm going through this process with my parents. I really want to join the infantry and my parents are dead set against it because they think its a dead end. Thank god my recruiter is infantry and is also setting himself up to having a solid career after the military with college. He's showing my parents an example of how I can do infantry and still set myself up for success.
Can u share a broad non invasive example he gave? Shipping on an 03xx contract and ik ill embrace the suck, i have my whole life, but also yk theres no such thing as too much research lol
Mine keep throwing temper tantrums, acting dumb about it and hide under a rock. They don't want to get out of their bubble and its going to pop... my mother still doesn't understand that this is my choice. Not hers
I told my Dad first because I knew he’d gone through the same thing at 17, (Big reason he didn’t join was because of taking anti-depressants at the time) he made lots of points on why I should definitely take my time to consider it, pray, learn more, and also to understand what I’ll be sacrificing if I did. I enjoyed the discussion with him.
He told my mom afterwards, so I didn’t know how she felt until a week later when I asked her about it, she shared that she was terrified for me, but extremely proud of me for considering such a huge step in life.
This concludes one thing: if you’re reading this and concerned about telling your parents, just go for it, whether they react badly or more along the lines on how my parents did, it’ll feel good to get it out there.
Thanks for this bro. I'm taking the asvab and "maybe" signing tomorrow.
good luck bro, don't be scared. trust your gut.
if they don't have the job that you want wait for it to open up.
thank you haven't been able to watch your videos last week been busy but thank you for this video.
no problem bro.
going to Benning in less than a week 11x hooah grandfather was Navy Korean conflict , Uncle was Army mechanic in Frankfurt , Dad who became an alcoholic was in the Old ironsides armoured Div , and Step dad was a Tanker In the Gulf war , out of all my cousin's ones been to jail , ones a total whimp literally cries when you raise your voice at him , and my other cousin is a Liberal who hates guns , my brother has a heart problem so it's up to me to be the man this generation and continue our line of Military service it's alot of pressure but it's also my motivation at 23 yrs old school of hard knocks , but no regrets I am thankful for the wisdom I have gained in that time and now it's time to put on my big boy boots and become a real man
You have helped me more than u can imagine with this one video
legit this is me being serious. thank you dude
thanks Mr. Redbull, that means a lot to me.
great video dude I should show this to my folks
Hell yeah you should.
This was fantastic one of yer best yet ❤️ xxx
great videos man i really enjoy watching them, former 13b here
thanks brother!
My older brother is already in. My mom has had a few freak outs because of that, but having one kid at home has been a comfort to her. My brother enlisted after finding out college wasn’t a fit for him, and my parents are happy he found a career path. I was always supposed to be the scholar child, but I'm over college. I will have my brother on the phone when I tell my parents I'm enlisting. I have a large suspicion I will get different treatment. Definitely will need my brother to have my back.
Oh my god, this dude looks like a younger version of my Uncle Mark! Random thought...Great video! My parents are pretty anti-militaristic, especially my mom. I'm 16, female, their firstborn, and they're super education-oriented. Probably why I've been in a fucking school burnout since 8th grade, lol. Anyway, it comes down to this: Emerson had it right in his Self-reliance. There comes a time where you have to decide to live your life how you want to or to let other people live your life for you just because you don't want to lose them/they think they know what's best for you. The truth of the matter is that if someone truly cares for you, then they should love you unconditionally and accept the choices you make regardless of whether or not they agree with them. Especially if you are an adult, legally or maybe also maturity-wise. They'll be there to support you always. So, yeah, at 18 I'm planning to join the Marine infantry regardless of whether or not they want me to. Probably just leave them a note saying what I've done. Be easier on all of us.
You should make a video about Army mottos, sayings and abbreviations.
I will write this down my friend!
My dad was in the army which lead my brothers to join the marines & army. While I want to join aswell, my dad and step mom were proud and happy about me joining very supportive. I decided to tell my mom by a phone call so I told her and she told me to never call her again and to take care. My mom was a very caring person but since my dad and her divorced she cared less about me. So then I moved to my dads. I Just felt uncomfortable living with her bc she had 3 other kids with her boyfriend which she didn’t really have me enough attention and didn’t care what I did which made me do bad decisions, then I went to live with my dad where I’m in a more comfortable place. Even tho she won’t ever talk to me again I’m still her daughter I’ll love her always and wish the best for her🤷♀️
kyhfn ! Man that’s rough god bless your father and brothers, I have my eyes on the army and navy but I don’t know which one to choose
732 Subs? Damn dude. When I subscribed you had like 60. Congrats on the growth man. Keep up the good work!
thanks man.
at first I was iffy and every one I know said no but with this video if made up my mind to infantry. thank you
no problem bud, you'll have fun! even when you are asking yourself "what the fuck did i get myself into"! haha.
If your parents want you to go to college you can go on college fot military academy and plus you get better chances joining and have better chances getting promoted.
My parents were and are not supportive of me going into the military. I ended up going to college (which is what THEY wanted) and doing AFROTC. Even while trying to join as an officer in the Air Force, they pressured me to eventually quit, getting me to convince myself I didn't want it. I went on with college while balancing out 2 part time jobs and Track and Field. I found myself depressed and having anxiety about the future cause nothing felt "right". At the end, I graduated with a piece of paper and about 35K in debt. Almost a year out and I working a job that's not even in my degree. After getting married and a supportive husband, I've re-introduced myself to the military and plan to go into the Air Force. If it's not for me, atleast I did my time. I decided to "break the news" to them after I've sworn in so I can be more focused. I know they most likely ridicule me up till I put on the uniform but I know what I want, and ready to go!
I fought with my parents for months to allow me to join... Sad part was I already turned 18 when I solidified my decision of following my dreams since I was a kid. Honestly it based off your parents perspective and how they perceive the Army or other branches to be, but in the end if you do follow through your parents will accept you. If not then that's dumb for the parents to think that way of their child.
well said bro.
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing.
thanks man!
Thanks for making this video. I was up late, thinking about my son joining and stumbled on this. I was really surprised at the amount of parents that shit on their kid decision to sign up? I would never send them away telling them they’ve made a horrible choice? I’m just going to stand by his decision and support him any way I can. Really going to miss him while he’s away and that’s the only problem I have, but that’s just me. Your video really cheered me up. Thanks for that and thanks for your service.
Jim EC - My bet is that you're going to be impressed with the changes you see in your son when he returns. Let him be the judge of whether his decision was horrible or not, but tell him his experience will be what he makes of it, like anything else in life.
When he leaves wish him Luck, tell him to serve Honorably, and to NEVER Quit. (I say "NEVER" because I've known/met a number of people who did. For most it blew away their sense of self-confidence for many years to come.) Then tell him you're confident he can handle it Those things, along with a handshake/hug and a big "I/We Love You" are the best things a young person leaving for Basic could hear.
PS - sorry to butt in, but your comment touched me. I hope my words help. You may miss him, but I'm sure you're pride in him will make up for that. Good Luck !
TedBronson1918 Thanks so much for your response, it really means a lot to me. Really good advice too, and I’ll be using it for sure.
Just watched your vid again while I was responding, and I tell you every time I bum out about him leaving I’ll be watching it. Thanks again, Jim
Jim - just so there is no confusion, this wasn't my video. I'm just a viewer/subscriber who commented on your comment. "The Infantry Life" puts out good videos. My service was decades ago. This fellow is still relatively young. All I did was suggest the things that I wish had been said to me, that would have been a help. You'll be doing yourself a favor by watching the videos TIL puts out. He tells it like it is. Take care ! I wish you and your son the best !
TedBronson1918 Sorry about the mix up. Thank you for your help regardless. I really appreciate it, Jim
My mother told me women shouldn’t go into the military blaming my dad for telling me to join the military (since my dad was in the marines.) A lot of my dad’s family were in the military and it inspired me to protect my country and that’s MY decision. Thank you for this video.
Thank you for joining.
I'm 15, planning on joining sometime after 18 maybe closer to 20.
I wish to serve my country. Which branch do you think would be the best? I would think Marines.. I've heard boot camp is tough as fuck but I can get through it.
Naturally I would like to avoid death (if possible) so do you have any tips to reduce chances of getting blown away?
I guess don't be stupid and fuck up, pay attention etc
I still have 2 years before I can join and my parents are very supportive of me joining especially because every male on my dads side of the family has served. I really want to join infantry, I’m just not sure if I should join the Marines or the Army. My dad said it’s my decision I just don’t know which one.
Just talk to both recruiters and look into it all more yourself, and decide from there bud.
This is awesome I subbed man great video
thanks bro, appreciate it!
talking to recruiters as a 30 year old has been funny. trying to rush me through shit and offer any MOS. trying to get 15t has been a struggle. i decided being infantry with possible airborne would be alittle to hard on my body at my age. I could feel the rage through the phone when i told the recruiter i wasnt going to meps until i know what job i want.
haha, some recruiters do get a bit fuckin pushy.
Im enlisting next week as an 11c. My mom said I need to start practicing to do things without any arms.
hahaha. Gee, Thanks Mom!
Lol when I told my grandfather i enlisted as EOD he told me everyone would call me stumpy because I would lose fingers. nowadays he couldn't be more proud of me.
always talked about joining the armed forces, my parents knew this. Since the war in the Ukraine I was told to think about another alternative.I can understand why they (my mom) says this. But my dream of doing something meaningful is far greater. What I always say is "who would I be as a person if I said I wont join up because of the war in the Ukraine?" I will be joining, one way or another. I have been thinking about it for many years, and my decision has not changed. Follow your dreams, or you will resent others for not choosing your own path. (Just a quick memo, I am talking about the German Navy)
This dude is the GOAT🐐🔥🇺🇸
Merica.
My mom was straight up not gonna let me join the Air Force. But then after 2 years she finally decided she would let me join. Currently in the process of joining
When you go to every military video to find useful information yet you see 12 year olds in the comment section..........😳 Great information youre giving us The Infantry Life, Especially since my parents are very liberal.
Every member of the military should read War Is A Racket by Major General Smeadley Butler. And every high school senior should read it. Written by America’s most decorated hero at the time of his death in 1940. The military doesn’t fight for our freedoms overseas. They fight to make corporations millions of dollars at the expense of the taxpayers. Smeadley won 16 medals and was America’s most decorated hero at the time of his death. He wrote War Is A Racket to teach of us who profits from war, why we fight wars, and this is coming from a warrior himself. Nobody in the government has his credentials. We need to pass a constitutional amendment that doesn’t allow our troops to go over 500 miles from our shores. And completely withdraw every member of the military to bring them home. As the fifth chapter of War Is A Racket is called To Hell With War.
This keeps popping up in my recommended videos, so I feel compelled to write something. You have to be 18 to join the Infantry. Parents can suggest things, but the choice is in the hands of the recruit, ultimately. If a recruit is swayed by what mommy has to say about it, then I have to imagine that the Infantry doesn't want to waste resources on that soldier. Am I wrong?
my mom got so mad when i told her i wanted to be green beret but my dad always told me i had to join the military to get a better life but he wanted airforce so i wouldnt die but im still going to enlist when i turn 18
At the time in posting this I currently work at Belk and a place called Longshoremen (International Longshoremen ) and my dad wants me to quit everything and be a longshoreman because he and a few other family is but the Navy is one thing I want to do for me
My 20 yo just told me he is joining the army. I stayed strong for the conversation, but I’m so scared for him.
What do you know about 11c guys ? Do all them carry mortars ? Because I saw somewhere some carry machine guns , SAWs , and anti - tank weapons . Then again I'm kinda interested in this partly for the job side / blowing shit up occasionally . But more seriously great videos man !
thanks bro, they don't Lol carry mortars, they divide the load up amongst themselves. yeah though, they are still infantryman, bit with extra training to a degree. so they will carry around weapons like that, sure.
The Infantry Life thanks for the info man .
no problem bro.
uggg why aren't you more popular? you're the best
oh jeez, you'll make a guy blush.
Is it possible to be in infantry and still do school studies as a college student?
Roland Bioc yes. My senior Sgt has his masters degree. Got it and his undergrad while he was at his duty stations.
Possible? yes, but most likely not really ideal. Infantry is the worst mos to be honest. The only skills you get are to be a security guard. You also get less bonuses, take the asvab and see what other jobs you qualify for. I got programming as a Marine, which led me into my career as a computer scientist. Be smart, don't be basic.
My oldest son leaves for the Army tomorrow. I served 7 years active, airborne infantry. I could go through my resume but I won’t. Basically, I have accomplished more, have a better family life, work, educational background ect. and more free time now at age 43 then anyone I know, besides the hardcore motherf$ckers I served with that retired after 20. Many of my friends went SF, or achieved their awesome goals while in, a pilot, multiple 1st Sergeants, MBAs, Lawyers, federal employees, just good dudes. Even if they were not society’s elites, they were damn sure 1000% better off for joining and living life to its fullest for a a few years
Come on brother preach!!!
the wife likes when I throw a serious video in every once and again.
+The Infantry Life I'm 26 married and my parents freaked out bad, but they'll be ok
Yeah you will, it's just parents being parents for the most part.
good video man. subscribed.
thanks sexy alien lady!
in real life I'm a regular human dude about to sign an infantry contract. your videos are a big help buddy keep up the good work.
will do bud, good luck with your journey!
Dude im saving this video for whenever i want to join
Hell yeah bud! Merica!
The Infantry Life hey man I told my dad and Mom and my dad was cool and he said but there’s other things better in life then joining the military and my mom was just not having it what should I do I want to join the marine corps and I don’t want my others to take control over my future ?
11b ,11x, 68w is my favorite MOS list
that's a good selection you've got there.
My mom is mostly worried that I won’t make it and I will be upset that I didn’t make it. First off I know I can. Second I definitely won’t make it if I don’t try. Third I need support from my mom.
Edit: But she told me to join if I really want to
my mother is actually forcing me to join. or else I get kicked out of our house. any advice?
Chris Ong Join.
Chris Ong same
Chris Ong Judging by your last name, I'd say you're Asian. Your parents might be like that because since they are foreign, they are trying to seem like the most American family. It's ok too. There's no limit to being patriotic and loving your country. I'd organize them to sit down with them some night and talk. I plan on doing the same thing. But I'd try to talk my parents into it.
Chris Ong join she wants the best for you in the future you will be glad
guayabita madura I don't really have a choice. She has me by the balls, even if I did try to stand up for my self she'll probably threaten to call the cops on me. Kind of unfair considering that i'm almost 18
I have recently decided to join the army and serve my country. I told my mom i was going to enlist and she said stick to school and study hard instead :(. If they dont support me ill just enlist when im 18.
They are right, you should go to school first. If you graduate and still want to join, then go for it. You'll see that 4 years of school will put you ahead of your military peers who joined when they were 18.
My parents need to see this
Hey i have good news i just enlisted as a 11x (infantry recruit) amd i ship off the fort Benning any advice you can give me
Same here man, infantry recruit for army, fort Benning getting shipped this month
@@mrmountainman4539 nice shit man i hope you have a good time
@@toxicwolf7731 maybe I'll see u there who knows
@@mrmountainman4539 im going to fort benning
@@toxicwolf7731 same thing here March 26
my mom did not agree at first when i went up to meps i didn't tell her ehat my mos was until after i did the oath of enlistment. now just waiting to ship. she is happy and supportive but wotried but she will be okay all i can say is do what is best for you
whats your MOS
+EDM XERO infantry 11x. infantry recruit until i graduate bct and become 11b or 11c
elexious Dasilva damn, im trying to do Infantry too. Good Luck dude
+EDM XERO thanks and you to. im just working out until i go to basic to prepare
+elexious Dasilva hey go you alright? You're a badass. Any 11X is a badass. Enlisting into 11X myself. Good luck 👍🇺🇸
my parents were worried but a little talk with my recruiter did the trick
nice.
Homeless veterans is a main concern. On the other hand, jealous parents don't want someone to experience other countries. The parents never did anything like that.
Also if you have family who served there country talk to them tell them why do you want to join tell them about it and say what branch your going to join.
Sorry what I mean is parents asking questions also parents tell them somethings about it while the child tell them you want to join
+superironsteelz that's really good advice bro, you're right about talking to everyone you can about their experience in the military.
My parents are always telling me to do something useful with my life and when I told them the idea of me joining the said no like make your fucking mind up
My dad was Navy and my sister is AF. And my dad still doesn't want me to join. Same with my mom
Daniel Rodriguez gotta do what you wanna do bud.
The Infantry Life I agree . I am still going to join Marine Corp once I graduate.
Daniel Rodriguez good shit
That real world training argument is bogus because most companies will still require a degree or certification. Most of the MOS’s don’t really “transfer” to the real world. That argument against joining infantry is ridiculous
Son: mom i want a motorcycle instead of a car!
Me: oh no! Forget me as you mother if youll pick motorcycle instead of a car!!no!
Son: mommy i will join the Navy!
Me: what? Are you sure about that?? Im proud of you..
And that’s why Moms are amazing😭🤣
This is how i am going to convince my parents i am going to college while in the military because I think you get a free ride right win win
not completely free, you will have to pay $100.00 out of your first 12 paychecks and then you'll have it.
+The Infantry Life o thanks for replying
+Ryan no problem.
I´m thinking about joining the danish military
Nice! Nothing like taking care of your home country!
Except you don't support your country by joining the military. That's complete bullshit. You do not help the everyday men and women of your country by joining the military. That's just bullshit that people are taught to spew, in the name of patriotism.
No one comes back the same once they come out of the military. You are psychologically manipulated into becoming a mindless killing machine. You are programmed to obey orders without question. It will leave you fucked for life unless you have extraordinary mental strength. There's a reason why most infantry regiments only require the reading and mathematical ability of a 13 year old.
Thomas Hamilton Are you stupid? You think everyone in the military has orders to pick up a gun and kill people? How close minded do you have to be lmao. There’s jobs in the military that are LITERALLY the same to a civilian job, the only difference is you wear a uniform.
Thomas Hamilton Boys and girls, Thomas Hamilton is exactly what a coward sounds like. If we ever get invaded, he is the guy that will back stab you to save his own life.
Im a pilipino and I'll be joining the marines whenever my green card will be send to me.... and sorry mom too hehehhe
good shit man!
Ur mom wants you to be a nurse😂
I dont know how to have my mum accept that i want this to change my life.
you just have to show her you're serious, and that it's what you wanna do, what your going to do. she will understand and come around, she's your mom, so she's just acting like a mom. haha. you could have her watch this video... and then subsequently ban you from using TH-cam ever again. 😎 why doesn't she want you joining?
They will never understand
My mom is telling me she dont want me to die she thinks that the skills i learn there wont apply here how her friends son was in the marines and how he came back fucked up and he started drinking and needs to smoke weed to help himself how i wont be able to get a job out of the military and dude alot of people that havent been in the military and have it worse the veterans
my mom wants me to be a engineer by studying university,well that aint happening
My parents just don't think that I can do it
Prove them wrong then!
Oh come on can I at least be a mechanic?!
.... for you, yes!
Love your shit dude
Infantry is a necessity...
As a millennial, I approve this message
Edit: there's some humor in this
yea
yes.
nice lip you got packed bud. Skoal or Copenhagen?
Tell them that youre going to do it and that they dont have any say since youre an adult.
That is not the case for everyone, some people try to join when their 17 out of high school but get pressured to go to college when they graduate
Johnson Derek I know Im talking about adults 18+ that are still pressured by their parents to not join.
My parents asked me do you want to join the military
12 year old girl that is dreaming of being a marine infantry rifleman. I can already pass the military fitness test... only girl in the whole elementry school with a six pack.. I can't wait to serve
Quinn Fenicle 12 and in elementary?
Joseph Alvarez get exposed
Joseph Alvarez I was 12 when I was in elementry school, our district had elementary k-6
Same but wtf 6th grade is still elementary for you?
There are many districts that due to budget run a k-6 and a 7-12 school. Just learned this myself as my niece is moving up