I served from 2000-2004 (0351, 3/6, Cpl) and did two combat tours. I immediately got a job and used my GI Bill, and while my transition was smooth compared to others, I still struggled with depression, anxiety and just trying to deal with the culture shock of going from one environment to the other. I never thought about suicide in terms of actually killing myself, but I had times where I really didn't care one way or the other if I kicked the can. Biggest thing I can tell anyone who is still serving is to document everything in your medical STRs at BAS no matter how mundane or latent it may seem. Allergies, strained muscle at the gym, numbness in your hand, headaches, etc. You don't have to be in a wheel chair or in combat to qualify for VA compensation and other benefits. If your a vet who's already out, just get with your local county VSO office and ask them for help with the process regardless of what you think you may or may not qualify for. Many conditions are presumptive based on areas that you were deployed (allergies, IBS, headaches, etc.) and others are presumptive based on your MOS (tinnitus and hearing loss). You can get tinnitus from being exposed to loud noises such as, in my case using rocket launchers, or simply being a dental tech in the Air Force and being around constant drilling noise. Aside from monthly compensation, veterans who rate a 50% or higher can recieve free healthcare, free counseling, job training, and other benefits for higher ratings. I'm always amazed by how many veterans are unaware of what VA benefits are available to them. Wish you all the very best.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Great advice, thanks for putting this out there!
@joshuabridges6011 ай бұрын
I was with 3/6 Kilo 0341 Mortarman to!
@micosstar8 ай бұрын
thanks @SSS-bd6li for the invaluable VA advice!
@garouuchiha4041Ай бұрын
The military teaches him or her to do the job of the military and not how to live. The military is a job but not at the same time. The military doesn't care about anyone but makes him or her to learn and do the job. Majority of people that join the military are fresh meat as in feah out of high school/college and no life experience. The country and the military of the USA is corrupted and also the military is old system and not modern which creates a toxic work environment and care less of its men and women and not prepared for life in living but just to do the job of the military.
@thevet2009 Жыл бұрын
Retired with 26 years in the Army…everything you mentioned resonated with my own experiences.
@jordandelarmente58228 ай бұрын
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.
@Benj_Steele8 ай бұрын
Thanks and good luck with your next steps.
@davidtomlinson22394 ай бұрын
If and when you transition to Civilian life , you will discover that the military gets " in your blood and it doesn't come out ! " You will always have an affinity for the military and your comrades in Arms . More surprisingly , you will even get " home sick " for the military !
@ehova5838 Жыл бұрын
This dosent get talked about enough. Thank you for posting it helped me knowing I’m not the only one feeling this way
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful in some way. Wishing you the best!
@markelliott4969 Жыл бұрын
Ben, thanks for your service brother. Served in the Army for 21 years and retired in 1999. Army Ranger, 2nd Battalion, LRSC, Airborne Battalion Combat Team, etc. Transition from active duty back to civilian life is a lonely experience. It’s a complete loss of routine, discipline, focus and morale. You need to have a support group, stay in touch with your brothers and live life one day at a time. Doesn’t matter if it was a 2 year hitch or 30 year hitch, once you drive out that gate for the last time, it’s a ball buster. I struggled for years but eventually refocused and got my mind oriented on my goals. Anyone can do it but you must maintain contact with your brothers. They love you unconditionally and will always be there. Wish you luck in your future endeavors and Godspeed brother. RLTW and USMC.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark. Great advice, really appreciate. Best to you as well!
@BrianArreola-t7wАй бұрын
This is a video I didn't know I needed, I appreciate it.
@Benj_SteeleАй бұрын
Thank you man! Good luck
@Ghostintheshell355111 ай бұрын
Im in the army i joined at 32 im 34 now and have 3 more years to go , im so glad i found this chanel ! Subscribed for sure .
@Benj_Steele10 ай бұрын
Nice man, good on your for joining later on. Hopefully it sets you up nice! Thank you for your service.
@officialwop44677 ай бұрын
Me and you will be getting out at the same time I really can’t wait to go back into the civilian world the army has been good and bad so far but I think I have my mind made up, honestly I might think about going NG
@Ghostintheshell35517 ай бұрын
@@officialwop4467I will not be nowhere near the army or anything army related when i get out , this institution is rotten to the core fk this
@darrenlong8375 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I been out for 12 years and I am still adjusting. Keep moving, stay positive, stay busy. 👌🤙
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it. You too. It’s a process!🤙🏽
@ShaeTaylorLife10 ай бұрын
Hey! Your cinematography is amazing. much love from one veteran to another!
@Benj_Steele10 ай бұрын
Thank you! Working on it!
@Jayyevo6 ай бұрын
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.
@Benj_Steele5 ай бұрын
Glad it helped man!
@Lauren-vw3cn Жыл бұрын
I joined the Army late in life at 28, it was always my childhood dream. I signed a 6-year contract, I have 10 months left and really struggling with not knowing what to do. A HUGE part of me wants to get out and live my own life, I'm starting to feel trapped and incredibly depressed. but the other part doesn't want to give up my childhood dream. But I feel I'm unfit to continue serving if that makes sense. I'm so conflicted.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you’ve already lived your initial dream. Six years is absolutely something. Whether you stay in or get out, I’d just follow your gut and make a good plan accordingly. Then stick to your decision. Good luck!
@thecoyaknow_20044 ай бұрын
Big on planning accordingly. You got all your benefits to use after you get out (G.I. Bill, VA Home Loan, the VA). The only other thing I can think of as far as staying in, is figuring out if you want the pension or not. For some, it’s the only option as they have a family to take care of or the allure of a free check in the mail every month for the rest of their lives. For others, getting your education and reintegrating into civilian life is the better option. Bullshit exists at every job though, you can’t run from it (and in some aspects, the military leadership is LIGHTYEARS better regular life, trust me on that one). Think carefully, trust your gut, if you believe in God, pray. Check out the reserves or Guard if you want the retirement benefits in your older years. Do research into it. God Speed brother. -A guy like you.
@spencerdegraff657620 күн бұрын
Impactful video man, thank you for putting this together 🙏
@Benj_Steele19 күн бұрын
Absolutely man. Thank you.
@evanpossley10 ай бұрын
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!
@Benj_Steele10 ай бұрын
Of course man, thanks for watching. That definitely takes time. I've been lucky to get some good commercial gigs, but it's definitely still a work in progress. Keep at it!
@Miggyyyyyyy2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this video. I appreciate your thoughts, and I relate to your perspective very much. I am a USMC vet as well, and I don't want that fact to define me. I have a hard time trying to portray and even understand who I am. On one hand I am a USMC vet, and on the other side I am just a chill guy just living a chill life now. It is hard to remember who I was when I was in, because that man is a completely different man than I am now. I have never heard "A man who has lived many lives has lived a good life," and I very much appreciate you bringing that to my attention.
@Benj_Steele2 ай бұрын
Absolutely man. Keep at it! Thanks for commenting.
@patdowns60655 ай бұрын
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 !!
@Benj_Steele5 ай бұрын
Totally man. I experienced some health issues, not exactly what you described, but issues that were likely linked to anxiety. Just hang in there and be proactive to give yourself the best chance of success as possible. And stay busy! Keep it up and let me know if I can ever help.
@drewm4914 Жыл бұрын
I just found this channel and I guess Ill share my story. So I got out of the Navy after 6 years about 3 years ago and started college just after. My goals were to buy a house that I could renovate and improve, get a job, start college, and continue in Jiu-Jitsu. Well, everything that I had set my mind to I am completing. BUT after I got out, the zeal of civilian life drained real quickly. Starting college showed me that I was no longer apart of a team of tough individuals who understood eachother. I was now just another face in the crowd doing everything for myself and not leading junior people. I am currently in an aviation school to be a commercial pilot and I thought there would be a team atmosphere but I was sure wrong. Overall, life after the military has been better, but it was so much more of a struggle than I ever anticipated. I cannot wait to see what this channel puts out in the future. Subscription earned.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Thanks for chiming in. I think it's difficult for everyone in different ways. Impressive things you've been working on though. I'm sure bjj helped. God bless!
@Topgear.filmer11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing, I’m looking to get out soon. What pilot program are you doing?
@tompriceusmc Жыл бұрын
Honestly, some of us never really get over it. I was a Marine 0311 for years, did two combat tours, and for awhile was an EI at TBS, so we walked similar grounds... Anyway, I've been out for awhile now and have an amazing job with killer pay. I get to travel the world nonstop and make significantly more money than I need....yet would trade it all in to be a young, broke lance corporal again. This is pathetic, I know, because a lot of it is just a desperate bid to regain my youth and not have to grow up and be an adult. But just being honest---I was much happier back then. Maybe everyone feels this way to a certain extent, because adulting is hard... And maybe its even harder when in your youth you got to be in this amazing outfit which allowed you to experience so much---yet at the same time provided you with this safety net that protected you from so much. I realize now that the Corps was this crazy paradox in which you had to worry about dying...but you didn't have to worry about living. Like you could literally die in combat or even in training...but you didn't have to worry at all about normal life stuff--- like food, shelter, medical care, etc because that stuff was always going to be provided. So, yeah---you had to worry about dying, but not about living. And something about that is cool as hell when you're a young man.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, I totally get that and can understand why something so significant always leaves a mark on us, especially something like combat. And I agree with that point about the military taking care of life’s necessities. My buddy and I were literally just talking about that. All we did when we first moved to California was worked, surfed and had fun. Everything else was taken care of. I personally think I’ll enjoy civilian life more once I’m settled, but I totally get it. Also, looking back on youth is pretty wild too. I’m only 29, but it’s wild to think how fast the past 10 years have gone. Thanks for your comment brother.
@joshuamack4703 Жыл бұрын
@@Benj_Steele good morning sir, my name is Joshua and I’m currently on my last year in the marines. Im married with a baby on the way stationed at CP where u were just different unit. I want to be a film director, and I’m currently in school for it. Im getting out next year and I want to know if there’s any advice that you would have for me rn? Hopefully u respond, but Thankyou for this channel it’s helping me. Semper Fi
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
@@joshuamack4703 , nice man that's epic. Congrats on school. Where are you at? Cover some basic advice for life here in this video. As far as making films, that's a tricky career path. Really cool though if you can swing it. I'd say move to a city that has some sort of film presence and find a way to get on set, even if it's just as a volunteer. You kind of have to work your way up from that over time. And definitely film your own projects as you go. I haven't navigated that either, but with you the best.
@PaxGeo.10 ай бұрын
@tompriceusmc If you don't mind me asking sir what field did you end up pursuing a career in? Thank you for your service.
@tompriceusmc10 ай бұрын
@@PaxGeo. I started off working in personal security; I was a bodyguard for an entertainer in the music industry. This artist was on tour constantly, and I of course had to travel with him. After years of doing that, I started helping out this artists' tour manager, and over time slowly eased into that spot. I couldn't be a security guy forever; at some point, I was going to be too old to be wrestling crazy fans off stage. lol. So in my late 40's I moved into being a tour manager. I still do a little of that now. Although I'll be 54 this year and will soon be ready to pack it all in and spend my days fishing. :)
@nicholaspitts20663 ай бұрын
Love this man. Gotout the Corps 3 years ago and have been on the hamster wheel of what you described since
@Benj_Steele3 ай бұрын
Absolutely. It's a continuous battle, keep at it.
@user-ue9jq6fp9b Жыл бұрын
Glad I came across this video and I hope more see it. I got out a decade ago and I think the two reasons I had it easier than others was 1. Having purpose (school) and 2. Living within 45 minutes of my last unit. I could go see all those guys on Pendleton if I wanted- and I did- and it helped ease out of it. I found the veteran community in community college was extremely good at getting vets from the tribal military mindset to reach out and find their communities and follow-on colleges. We'd always hang out together but invite other organizations to get a good two-way conversation going. By the time I got to my 4 year university, the mission was clear, the community was close, and day by day, you sort of "de-program", or at least learn to leave the bad behind (and go to therapy about it) and take the good and apply it to the next stage. The end result was a new hybrid vet student/alumni community where we all still hang out. The point is the community is the foundation. Even the biggest introverts need one. You gotta put yourself out there and realize life and growth happens outside your bubble. Glad you took time to travel the world too- it helps you move on and establish a new foundation and outlook on life.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Totally agree, good point. Community can be hard to build, but it makes all the difference. I need to work on that front.
@BHeyUSA2 ай бұрын
Less than two years left. Counting down the days! Excited to be a full time civilian.
@Benj_Steele2 ай бұрын
Let's go!
@Fifafan117 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this man, I’m an Air Force captain getting out in a year and definitely nervous but going back for masters using my GI Bill to help me transition/help the transition
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Of course man, thanks for watching. And that's really wise of you. Hindsight 20/20 I should have done something like that directly out of the service. Idle hands isn't the move right out of active duty. Getting right into something will be great. Stoked for you!
@jackcarraway4707 Жыл бұрын
I'm effectively done with the Army in a little over a month. I say effectively because I go on leave a few days before Christmas which will carry me into my 120 day internship program at the start of the new year. Once I'm done with that I return to post to clear and go on terminal leave.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Epic. Cool with the internship, that will be great. Good luck.
@TechTony10 ай бұрын
Seems like our journeys and transitions have gone nearly the same except i was enlisted. Awesome video Brother.
@Benj_Steele10 ай бұрын
Thank you man. Seems like you're making some awesome stuff. Keep at it!
@nickmiz634 Жыл бұрын
Been in for 5 years. Security forces and grunt. Getting out in 20 days. Hope it goes well
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
You got this!
@Mr.Jaquaveon2k6 ай бұрын
How is it?
@N7KIRK3 ай бұрын
“Security Forces and Grunt” doesn’t check out. Which one was it?
@nickmiz6343 ай бұрын
@@N7KIRK yessir the contract is 5 years, you do your first 3 in security forces and go to the fleet as an 0311
@nickmiz6343 ай бұрын
@@Mr.Jaquaveon2kit was alright man. Cool to see two different sides of the corps. Cqb school was sick. More micro management in the fleet tbh
@Whatcha_Gonna_DoАй бұрын
I was just 17 when I landed at MCRD San Diego in 1978. Had a good 4 years in the C-130 community, Flight Mechanic, got to travel to exotic locations and had a blast. Couldn't wait to get out though when my enlistment was up. My advice to anyone getting out, make sure you document any and all medical issues that may seem small when you're in your 20's but become major problems in your 60's because fighting with the VA down the road is a lot easier if it's documented... Stuff like Sleep Apnea, broken bones or sprains... anything. Semper Fi.
@Benj_SteeleАй бұрын
Good advice, thanks for chiming in!
@charleslowery789 Жыл бұрын
I came across your channel by happen-stance and find it compelling. I retired from the Air Force in 1998 after 28yrs. I did 4 yrs in Vietnam as a Pararescueman (PJ). I was only a trigger pull away from ending my life because of losing my closet friend on a mission. But I realized at the last moment that I have people who depend on me. I was wounded shortly after that incident and I retrained into aircraft maintenance. After retirement from the AF, I became a cop in California and retired from that in 2012. I don't miss that job. I miss the military. But the military isn't for everyone. I honor your service and deeply respect what you've chosen to do. My younger brother retired from the Corps as a MGSgt. So I have a strong fondness for the Corps. Now, I'm an advocate for Veterans seeking mental health care. I'm looking forward to hearing more of what you're doing. Semper Fi.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing and that's awesome you're finding ways to give back even after a second career. It's been interesting for me to hear the stories of other Veterans. Good luck with everything!
@HerbstBegehr2 күн бұрын
I left the italian army in 2022 after 3 years of duty as private since I didn't pass the first written exam for becoming corporal, which adds 4 years of service more in the italian army system, and the other reason was that I was burnt out, 2020 lockdown did quite the job and also was no easy life in my barracks. Honestly sometime I feel very guilty about it, I often think that I could have done much better and going on with the career. However, after 2 years back in the civilian life I finally was able to pass that exam and get the rank, after 5 months of service I got the opportunity to join the police and I accepted it since it's a higher payed job and it's a civilian job, which means more freedom. Now I'm feeling so lost and down, cause I really liked beeing a soldier, for now I'm at the police bootcamp, and I'm not really enjoying it for now and I'm thinking that maybe I took the wrong decision for my life. I'm defenetly not going not to miss some things of the army, but honestly I'm feeling so bad right now. Any suggestion for how to overcome this? I salute all the american veterans allies
@yeeboi91294 ай бұрын
Thanks for this boss, I get out next week after 6 years. Weird feeling man
@Benj_Steele4 ай бұрын
Absolutely I agree. Good luck with everything, stay busy!
@Drigo-d5u11 ай бұрын
Thank you for this.
@Benj_Steele11 ай бұрын
Absolutely.
@dmoon90373 ай бұрын
Your ramblings are relatively coherent, thanks for putting the narrative out here.
@Benj_Steele3 ай бұрын
Haha, I appreciate it man 🙏🏽
@austinshannon4197 Жыл бұрын
I have 36 days left in the U.S. military.
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Good luck with your transition!
@josephmagana4268 Жыл бұрын
I just got it in June. It’s scary but also peaceful. You have plenty resources. Find what makes you happy🤙🏼
@Vufjjxdtiyruhg68755 ай бұрын
How you doing?
@kdthek6 ай бұрын
Semper fi brotha
@johnwunsch56711 ай бұрын
Hey man this video helped me as a 38 year old civilian! I am thinking about joking with a kid! 18 year old girl and 5 year old girl! But here’s the thing this video is about transitioning to civilian life and how hard it is! My thought is the civilian life has made me drink, depression, and stress! So for me I’m looking to get out of the civilian life and have the support of the military! I will hate reliving civilian life and enjoy military! My daughter matters and being a single dad in civilian life has its struggles too! I’m talking to a recruiter now for a better life! I know it sounds crazy but just flip it all! I may be saved and my daughter by joining make sense!
@Benj_Steele11 ай бұрын
Glad it helped and good luck!
@johnwunsch56711 ай бұрын
@@Benj_Steele Ben I understand a lot! I’ve been on this “battlefield” in ways you know normal citizen! Law abiding providing for your family one and do what’s “best” Here’s the thing the USA is a struggle and sometimes it’s civilian side some things are military wise! I appreciate your service mad respect man! But I did 20 years on this get a job and live the “American dream” side is there such thing? People are out here struggling and dying too and honestly I have not looked up the stats yet but bet it’s higher than war! Obesity, disease, depression, suicide, murders, and so on! So I would rather have an honest community! And hats off to the navy seals, and all that! Mad respect but we civilians are not exactly well off either! Lack of mental health hence the school shootings think about it all deeper! And no I’m not like that but just saying lol
@johnwunsch56711 ай бұрын
@@Benj_Steele another thing most people go into the military young and dumb no offense if I go in older and wiser I won’t be so damaged but there’s always damage! There’s a lot of people my age that say fuck this join just saying grass isn’t greener either way
@johnwunsch56711 ай бұрын
I’m 38 think about how much better off I am or maybe not that can be up for debate on joining! And physical fitness wise well if an 18 year old can join I’ll be just fine lol
@ardail.eternal1 Жыл бұрын
Great video thank you
@mistervacation234 ай бұрын
I was just wait, eating hot dogs and waiting to be mustard out
@NinjaTrollzTV2 ай бұрын
Could you speak a little more about getting selected for your MOS as an officer? I myself went enlisted and always though I would be a grunt officer after not understanding that you can't pick what you do. I was a corpsman with a logistics unit and dealt with a lot of logistics officers. -Rah 15th MEU
@Benj_Steele2 ай бұрын
Hey man, sure thing. A The Basic School (TBS) class is divided into thirds based on overall performance and each MOS is equally allocated to each third. This way, not all of the talented officers go into one MOS, but each MOS has some people of talent. This method makes sense, but unfortunately means not everyone will get the job that they want. Although I was ranked top 30, I got my fourth choice. In retrospect, you can be smart about it and rig your listings a bit, but I thought I would get my top choice because my Captain said that I would.
@ManongdoMJ11 ай бұрын
I'm sorry to say sir but you looked disturbed in this video, but i understand your situation, i have high respect to soldiers. I do not know what all soldiers go through during deployment. May God bless, guide and guard you on your new career. May you have a million subscribers someday.
@Benj_Steele11 ай бұрын
Haha, I'm sorry I looked disturbed, but thanks for the good wishes!
@Pfuetz47 ай бұрын
You don’t man. This is a whack take.
@ManongdoMJ7 ай бұрын
what does whack take mean?
@Pfuetz47 ай бұрын
@@ManongdoMJ Bad take. Uncharitable. Unhelpful at best.
@austinshannon41974 ай бұрын
Donovan Edwards, college football GOAT.
@robertfreestone4145 ай бұрын
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.
@Benj_Steele5 ай бұрын
You're not wrong there! Makes the transition tough for sure.
@theeeofficaleb34023 ай бұрын
Hold up!! I did a meu with 2/4 during the covid timeframe
@Benj_Steele3 ай бұрын
Must have been there as well then!
@russellc35618 ай бұрын
I just got out. It sucks out here.
@Benj_Steele8 ай бұрын
I feel you. It does get a bit better keep at it.
@njpme Жыл бұрын
3:33 is that Okinawa or Guam?
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
Guam. Stopped off there short.
@ardail.eternal1 Жыл бұрын
Looking to enlist for 4-6 yrs, wondering why s**c*de ideation is so common!?
@Benj_Steele Жыл бұрын
I’m sure there are a lot of elements that go into it and I’m definitely not an expert. Losing a sense of community, finding purpose, a new schedule, lack of finances, addiction could all play a role. I’m sure any large transition period has some struggles I think it’s just amplified for Veterans because the military culture is so strong. Obviously combat PTSD would take all of this to an extra level for many people. I still don’t regret joining though. Just do your homework as far as branch, MOS, etc.
@ardail.eternal1 Жыл бұрын
@@Benj_Steele great feedback I really appreciate this. I’m certain on the branch and MOS, not certain on the length of time as I’m a new dad lacking finances but desiring quality time with my family. The dichotomy is draining at times!
@chelseachelseafcsuperfan7220 Жыл бұрын
Because you’re fighting for an evil force and your conscience can’t handle it
@red_menace1829 Жыл бұрын
@@chelseachelseafcsuperfan7220 bruh what 😂 lmao
@takeadarko81924 ай бұрын
A lot of changes in a short amount of time all of the time. It’s frustrating but when u are out u are frustrated because it’s all you know.
@thelanehunterdevon16647 ай бұрын
Everyone is depressed and suicidal?
@Benj_Steele7 ай бұрын
Too many are yes
@z1234620756 ай бұрын
very handosme with uniform 👍👍
@lostammo90262 ай бұрын
I thank God i didn’t join I became a man out in the real world it was rough but I made it and still working hard to all Sam’s children when you get out it’s start over get a job any job and mix with the real world… I know people that joined after high school some joined 4 and some 8 and they went back to the jobs they had in high school like stolen valor Sam stoled your years
@Benj_Steele2 ай бұрын
Still happy I joined, but it can be tough!
@davidtomlinson22394 ай бұрын
You sound out of energy, unsure of yourself , and are giving your opinion of life after the military . You need to learn to communicate better ! Um , um , um , uh ,uh ,uh , is consistently and constantly said when you speak ! I did over 14 years of active duty in the regular US Army , including two Combat tours . To sum it all up : " you can get the boy out of the jungle, but you can't get the jungle out of the boy . " Everyone of us Veterans have the challenges that you speak about. Everyone responds differently to stress. It's how you deal with it that can make you or break you .
@Benj_Steele4 ай бұрын
Classic lack of understanding military response. You don’t know me and you don’t know my mental state when I made this video nor do you know how I’m doing now. Keep your tough Army advice to yourself or offer it in private.
@davidtomlinson22394 ай бұрын
@@Benj_Steele You sound just like a PRIVATE ! Screw you !