I am just seeing this now buddy. great work!

Although I'm retired Army, I gained a unique perspective on the Marine Corps because I spent considerable time with them because I was HR (42A), and I was with them as they were transisitioning into the Army. They didn't leave because they hated the Corps. No. They left because the Corps tried to change their job, and they declined. Point: The Corps, the "Brotherhood," is more important than your personal desires. I think that's why former Marine have the toughest time adjusting to civilian life: They didn't just leave the military. No. They left a cult.

I finished about 4 months ago. It is tough honestly. You hit points that are so true. Being alone is somthing we are not used to. Thoughts can eat you alive and make you overwhelmed. Im going through this weird thing where I feel dizzy almost like a overwhelming feeling and I see stars and worms in the sky it’s very strange and eats me alive. Anyone else go through this. I’ve been to neurologist and had brain scans and they have no answers for me. But I found videos on KZbin saying that stress and anxiety can bring it out. It’s a nervous system problem. You’re right tho it’s good to have small wins and celebrate those wins and I’m still trying to figure that out. Great video man !!

I like penguin

appreciate the info about getting from ecuador to the islands. ive heard a lot of vague info and it overwhelms me more than the detailed version u gave.

We had a great trip to the Galapagos recently. Great photos and footage. We did take a nice tram ride and some delicious local food in Guayaquil. You might consider checking out the proper pronunciation of Guayaquil: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpeQlnp3fbabnck

Thank you, I needed this video. Transitioning is hard and I feel like no one will ever be able to 100% prepare for this. This video really helped me because it is a reminder i am not alone.

I'll get right on it.

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Semper fi brotha

Its the humans that duck

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very handosme with uniform 👍👍

amazing video!! just that another second pause at 1.28 could've added more surprise:)

this is an amazing video! what aperature, shutter speed, and iso do you use for these shots?

Everyone is depressed and suicidal?

Amazing video!

I my opinion Glacier National Park is much more pristine and impressive! 🏔️ 🐐 🌲 🪻

Stunning footage! What gear did you use for all of the underwater shots and vids?

nice video editing sir.. #respecttoyou

Man that is got to be a hard life, but it sure is beautiful.

Stop. Listen. What’s that sound…..👍🏼

Dang, that's the dream y'all 😍

Hi, you mentioned you liked San Cristobal the most. What did you like the most over there? I will be visiting only 2 islands, trying to dicide between San Cristobal and Santa Cruz.

Hello Ben, I am really enjoying your channel, you have a distinct and unique presence that offers a different perspective in a manner that is relaxing and inviting. I want to see more of you sharing your travels around the world. Having some of the details of the names of places etc would really enhance and enrich the viewers experience. I think it would increase and draw more followers to your channel. Thank you again. God bless you.

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Thanks for sharing yoir story! It definitely reasonates.

Not the hardest obstacle course event. The double running (twice through w/o stopping) are timed/graded events (OCS & TBS). Lungs, legs, & forearms get torched. Get some!

u seem a nice enuf guy but in a 23 min video u barely gave details beyond quayaquil and telling people not to do boat tours if they are scared of water. (i'm heading to the galapagos in a few weeks so i took your title seriously re getting info u wish you'd known.) appreciate your point re guayaquil. but no details on which agency(ies) u went to for cruises, didnt give cruise names besides bay cruise & pinzon day tour. u didnt name kicker rock (just described it & showed a picture), or say whether u did that tour or the 360 one that includes it. u didnt give hostel names u stayed at except 1 guess. u didnt give any restaurant or food cart or whatever name or street--just said eat where locals do. didnt talk about the ferry ride or even what time u leave, when u get there, whatever. i hear it's choppy, which i like, but i hear lots vomit (lol). not sure whether taking both ferries from san cristobal or isabela or vice versa means your day is mostly shot or what would have liked more detail about what info u would have liked to have known but didnt see in other galapagos sites or videos u did say u liked san cristobal more than isabela (helps coz i'm torn between both). but i didnt give detail why beyond saying isabela was more relaxing, by which i guess u meant means there's less to do in isabela.

Currently thinking about getting out. I’m a 28 year old CPT finishing my Company Command time and to tell you I’m burnt out is an understatement. I def appreciated this video.

I just got out. It sucks out here.

Absolute Vibe

You got something special in your honesty and genuine ability to express yourself, let that flow into your work.

I'm not sure if I missed it, but how much did you pay for your flight from Quito to the islands?

Too bad all that beauty is in an F'd up state!

Which river is this?

Great video - beautiful color grading. Brought a tear to my eye.

Also, we are looking to make San Cristobal our “home base.” Thoughts? Awesome video. Thank you!

Hi! You mention the water being murky…. We are a family of 5 planning a trip to the Galapagos. Our goal is to see/swim with the sea lions and giant turtles, explore and more. We are looking at late May. We love to snorkel but we are not scuba certified. Is the water always murky this time of year? Is it still good enough to snorkel??

Beautiful ❤

Impressive!

Drone footage is insane!

Great advice here man. Fun watching the bts. Would love a lil more context on what you’re shooting, your approach with talent and how you’re getting these rad shots, and what your goals are.

The reminder we all need - it’s not about the gear.

Hey! Your cinematography is amazing. much love from one veteran to another!

Seems like our journeys and transitions have gone nearly the same except i was enlisted. Awesome video Brother.

Thanks for sharing. I'm two years out of the Navy, still in the 'traveling/tryng to figure out how to make a living with a camera' phase. Inspiring work, good luck!

Thanks for the video. Great one! A breakdown of the price will be helpful... another time! Maybe when you go there again ;) ps. I get what you mean about the water but they also have plenty birds and animals in land worth to see etc.

Leaving for a 2 week tour of Ecuador next week. Will be spending 4 days on Santa Cruz to finish. Loved the video. Can't wait to check this off my bucket list.