Joining The Military Late

Hey Guys! I wanted to explain the pros and cons of joining the military late like me. Whether you have been or are currently in college or just decided not to after high school, I think these are some of the things you should consider.
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[@BryanFerra]

If you're watching this after April 2018, should I make an updated video? I feel like this quality is terrible lol

[@erinmota1708]

Bryan Ferra it's good, June 3, 2018 I'm 29 yrs old... Female.... 3 kids... Separated from my husband who is airforce.. I was an airforce spouse for 5 years & I absolutely fell in love with it so I want to join myself 😊

[@BryanFerra]

Erin Mota I commend you for even wanting to do so with 3 children. Best of luck on your ventures!!

[@erinmota1708]

Bryan Ferra thank you😊

[@mabo77723]

Bryan Ferra make a new one why not hahah

[@mabo77723]

I always wanted to join didn’t have a chance because of immigration issues now I do and want to join have wife and kids

[@IFHA23]

28 years old. Worked in the healthcare field my entire adult life... I'm ready to grow and become the best version of myself. God bless you.

[@whitneymiller5139]

Same here. I’m 28 and work in healthcare. I’m ready for a change and a retiremnet plan

[@nrichie8443]

I'm 22 going on 23 and I'm tired of denying who I am I want to just join the army and be happy I wanted to be a martial artist when I was young the military is filled with opportunities to get black belts and other careers

[@PhilMacrackin-wj7bg]

Yea the Marine corps has its own martial arts program. You can get different color belts that you legit wear on your uniform. If you make it to black you can teach classes and be an instructor. Your job is to literally teach martial arts classes to Marines

[@zachleonard8830]

I'm 25 and I ship out in a little over 2 weeks to USMC Basic. I'm in pretty much the same exact boat that you spoke about in the video. I'm currently making really good money and in a well-respected position where I work but, after working for a while and getting to where I'm living very comfortably I just wanted more. I enlisted because I want the adventure, the high amount of challenge, and overall I just want to live like I'm 25 and not 80 years old just trying to make it to tomorrow. I had to do this because I knew that if I didn't do it now, one day I'd be too old to enlist and from that day forward I'd be in deep regret. I had always wanted to join the military, and from the time I knew the difference between the Army and the USMC I had always wanted to become a Marine. At 17 my father died, and to simplify and shorten the story I decided to stay home with family and ended up working/going to school. Over the years I found myself getting more and more unmotivated. I simply wasn't being challenged enough, and I knew the domesticated, low pressure life just wasn't for me, at least not during this period in my life. I have no girlfriend right now, and no kids. The only financial obligation I have is to my car, which I'll be selling before I leave anyway. There was LITERALLY nothing stopping me from taking that leap besides myself. Not to sound morbid, but this year I've been thinking quite a lot about life, death, and time. Money isn't enough. As I said earlier in this mini-novel I make really good money right now. However I work 6 to 7 days a week and spend most of that time doing something that makes me fall asleep standing up. I'd rather make minimum wage doing something that sets my soul on fire than go on "living" this way. If you're in a similar position and are thinking about taking that first step to see a recruiter, I urge you to DO IT. Take it from me, once you set foot in that recruiters office and it starts to get more and more real, you'll see that this is going to be the best decision you've ever made in your life. Or it won't be. But the thing is, you're still young as hell in the grand scheme of things, and what's worse? Spending a few years hardening tf up and becoming the man your family is going need, and saving up a few dollars plus gaining a hell of a lot of life experience? Or, having tremendous amounts of deep regret, self doubt, and wondering how things could've been had you chose to go out and live?

[@BryanFerra]

Zach Leonard glad you’ve made the decision. Good luck out there!

[@somaths69]

Rooting for you, man. Hope you make it. I hope I'd still make it enlisting in the Navy before I turn 27 here in my country. I feel like joining the military will give me purpose in life.

[@meshamee8704]

I appreciate this 🙏🏾❤️

[@joshrobertson3419]

Thank you for these words fam

[@MandoTrades]

Im litteraly in the same position bro, about to see a recruiter today im 23 and im a manager in my company but I’ve always felt the same way, fuck trying to make loads of money right now it will come i have many strategies for it. But i want to live and i feel like a lion in a cage everyday i come to work. Going for buds training this coming year. Navy seal is my goal. Ill post an update after I graduate

[@kekeharris708]

Man I thought he was gonna say he is 27 or in his 30s 22 isnt an older age lol

[@BryanFerra]

Keke Harris it is lol. That’s the age everyone gets out or reenlists.

[@ReapWhatYaSow]

22 is old man territory, I was 21 when I joined and I didn't think I was old, but there is a clear difference in maturity. Sure, there were guys I considered old, but you are lumped into that group and the maturity and respect sure helps out during your whole career.

[@ReapWhatYaSow]

@@demon-mi2ho it's possible, I would go ask. It doesn't hurt to ask and I have known older. Especially go towards an end of month.

[@kevinohler7054]

@@demon-mi2ho im 26 and trying join the army and im fit as hell ha. marines maybe there standards are kinda strict to everyone elses. If you have a tattoo or more its a no go from what i hear

[@osg9499]

@@kevinohler7054 im 26 as well im trying to join the marines

[@leofisher1723]

Well i'm 32..leaving for basic in a wk..joining the army

[@ProdByWeber]

How was it?

[@theyungjerks1779]

Updates!

[@tygrallure6895]

Update

[@darrellreese8980]

answer us dude. you have the answers!!!!!!!

[@doakone1957]

@Reality Check lol

[@soulseeker1651]

Just turned 28. Contemplating the millitary because my engineering degree hasn't really taken me anywhere except dead end technician jobs. Meanwhile my brother who finished serving the millitary is killing it and making bank and has an easier time getting jobs just for being former millitary. I just am lost now, i thought by 28 I would at least be married and have a kid and some money saved up. Now this corona virus pretty much ruined my plans for 2020 and my company is downsizing. Sigh. I need to think about this more.

[@kevinm4209]

Not a bad idea brother 28 joining asap, ot super patriotic but I've always wanted the experience. Love my country and what it has afforded me but I've had great income jobs and great positions but this for me is just checking this box going green beret hopefully get out and see what doors open up. Do not think 28 is old bro, idk why people chalk up anything over 25 as old but I feel as dangerous as ever haha. Good luck bro

[@ryana8144]

How has your journey been? I'm currently pursuing a BA in E.E, been working blue collar, welding, machine work ect ever since I left HS. I'm 27 and decided to challenge myself mentally because I've always felt I could achieve more than just a hard day of good work. I also want to do my part for my country and serve after I graduate then take my knowledge and expand it in the military. How was your experience with engineering overall? I'll appreciate the feed back. Thanks

[@IkeCarterShow]

did you end up joining?

[@ilovmydjtube3425]

It’s 2023 and I’m joining the Army at 36 years old.

[@joeairbender267]

Do you think its too late joining at 79 years old 450lbs? I want to be a Navy Seal, I been working all my life eating sea food.

[@BryanFerra]

Joe Airbender do it man!

[@okekebob7702]

😁🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@Dev-In-Denver123]

Start running and doing pushups now man.

[@gijoe5508]

You don’t stop your life at 79 years old. This is a weakness of this society, they don’t ask enough from people and they keep a steady job with few cultures. You only do two degrees and these are terrific on a cv. I think financial maths and computer science with ten years experience that doesn’t make me useless. My colleague is studying biology after medicine. I workout two years before to have good physical skills. Also, I am overweight with 15% fat. They need a new virgin wife, young kids instead of teenagers, a new house, a new car and others. However, the only thing is fresh food and good health.

[@michaelfrederick1122]

LOLOL too funny. absolutely!

[@Istolethesweetrole]

Im about to be 25 at the end of the month. Got 18lbs to lose before I can go to MEPS. Wish me luck 🇺🇸😊

[@BryanFerra]

Vivian Sciortino sorry for the late reply! Hope you’re on your way to that goal!

[@israelamador2808]

How’d it go?

[@AdventuresInShilo]

Not only did I join at 36 last year, I joined the ROTP program, so I’m back at school full time. Married to a service member for 12 years, two kids. I finished BMOQ this July and I won’t even be trade qualified until mid-2023. It can work just fine as long as you have the right support system set up and you make the military work for YOU! Learn how to write your memos and make requests to your CoC so they take you seriously. Be the squeaky wheel when you have questions. Every email you send brings your paperwork back to the top of the pile on SOMEONE’s desk! lol. Overall, just remember every minute spent doing meaningless tasks is pensionable time.

[@BryanFerra]

Meghan Beth that’s for the quality response! But I do want to say.... Canadian forces correct? Things are much different. Especially compared to the marine corps. More power to you!

[@AdventuresInShilo]

@@BryanFerra Yes, Canadian

[@thomasryan2679]

Good memo writing excels you as a soldier now? Glad I'm out. What's "ROTP"; is that ROTC? Stay in school.

[@csucujo]

Marine vet 95 - 99 here. My roommate in the Corps was like an older brother to me because he was like 22 yrs old. He was older and wiser than the rest of us 18 yr olds.

[@schlinge-fling]

Pender RBLX why would a marine veteran play Roblox? You are a grown ass man. My 7 year old plays that game. Is your account a family shared account?

[@csucujo]

J.HALL LOL, devil dawg - As you were. Yea, it’s shared. Carry on Marine. Yut.

[@divulgewithchip1099]

@@schlinge-fling 😭😂😂

[@indyfernandez9073]

I’m 35 I joined as a medic. I will make the effort to join the ranger regiment. Yes I have a family and they will be proud of me. 🇺🇸

[@jenkemprovides6531]

Take my energy!

[@hannibalthe1st565]

How old when u joined

[@christopherwhippy3181]

Joined at 31. Playing sport at a competitive level will help with military physical training as long as you maintain your fitness up to your enlistment date.

[@MooMoo69556]

I joined at 23 and it’s definitely a great life change.

[@cristofermejia5849]

JD MD feels good to read this comment . I’m 23 , I’m actually doing good myself , I’m an electrician . But my job is getting boring and want to venture into something new , something different . I leave to Georgia in April . I’m going in as 11x , I’m going all in , take everything and do everything they have to offer . Let’s get it !

[@MrNoNoBro]

I’m 23 and I wanna join but don’t know if I’m too old already

[@MooMoo69556]

@@MrNoNoBro I'm 25 now and have no regrets joining at 23

[@MooMoo69556]

@@cristofermejia5849 nice man. Hope all goes well. I'm an electrician in the military 😆

[@cristofermejia5849]

JD MD that’s crazy lol ! How’s that !?

[@countersteer713]

23 and ready to have a lot of experiences. Going to MEPS in a few days , enlisting in the Marine Corps. Don't gotta wish me luck because I'll strive for excellence. 💪🏼a

[@BryanFerra]

Something Intheway eeeerrrrrruh future devil

[@MEZMAR886]

Thanks bud, I’m 24 I’ll be talking to a recruiter at the beginning of the next month. I’m excited for sure

[@BryanFerra]

Eeererrruh

[@Epica1337]

How did it go?

[@isaacfox732]

25 my life's going nowhere fast. Thinking about joining.

[@BryanFerra]

Isaac Fox not a bad time.

[@Istolethesweetrole]

Same. Gonna join the army 🇺🇸

[@sploojey4473]

25 as well and am feeling the same way

[@fostinator69]

@@sploojey4473 28 and the feels are the same

[@Dev-In-Denver123]

Keep thinking. Don't go to a recruiter you won't regret it in 40 years.

[@frankrabbit2247]

I'm 28 and making preparations myself.

[@aguilasfan96]

Gonna be 23 and I’m joining. I was in college, and working HR for Amazon, and I just got sick of it. Really I want a bigger purpose. I want an overall reason on why I’m working.

[@BryanFerra]

Redrover 100% I understand. My main thing was “purpose over paycheck”

[@GloomyNate]

how'd it go?

[@officialthomasjames]

Same with me. I work at Dell right now and just feel like a cog in the system, easily replaceable, etc. This job does not fulfill me at all. 23 right now, maybe I will join.

[@raythomas5090]

I’m trying for SEALS at 27, but I’m in the best shape of my life I’ve ever been in. Been prepping for boot camp .

[@diehardsleeper2262]

Good luck!

[@mauriceking9784]

Hey that’s awesome I’m 28 preparing to join the navy. Did you make the SEALS happen?

[@ripnola984]

Love this video. Im 28 and I failed a piss test at MEPs at 18 years old after completing an SOF Air Force swim test and run…. I was told that I could still join but I would not be qualified to go into that field. Now I’m 28, and I still have a knack for it, but I’m on certain medications, …. I was told that I could still join but I would not be qualified to go into that field. Now I’m 28, and I still have a knack for , entire family is military. Not bragging just saying if I step into a platoon or any group, I normally capitalize And end up helping whoever I can. That’s where I see myself coming into as a leadership role. But at 28 years old I can tell you as a former collegiate wrestler and boxer… My body is not where are used to be. So those are pros and cons for me.

[@SteveMcFry]

Screw it they don't want you and you won't fit in. Let it go

[@BryanFerra]

RIP Nola well the air force is not for someone like you it sounds like. I’d talk with the army!

[@ripnola984]

Thank you, i appreciate the honesty. Im just going to stay in the film industry. I just feel the readiness i felt when i was younger and dumber. Im out of school, im with ESPN. Unless we go to a serious logistical and much needed war, then ill sign Asap. Thanks you for the Feedback

[@nickz5849]

Honestly alot of the cons people say about being away from family and all is something I want. I honestly cant stand being around my family. Bunch of out of touch old heads and Im not really going anywhere in life right now

[@divulgewithchip1099]

@Batman LoneWolf2000 😂💯

[@xxxtrddy]

You’re the perfect candidate to go.

[@uPSIDEdOWN577]

22 is an “ older age” 🤣🤣 that’s prime time.

[@BryanFerra]

Upside down it’s the age most people finish their first enlistment 😂

[@TheBrewsterMillion]

Sheesh, what about 26?

[@BryanFerra]

Brewster Million it’s not too late. Just really assess your situation first!

[@darpa2226]

I think he meant 32 lol

[@noahsagutch8314]

Even that is ok but promotion takes a while cause the age I've heard I don't know i've heard

[@petergriffin1387]

I am joining the national guard at 27 I don’t think older is a big deal but my recruiter told me the other day he is getting more older recruits for the guard then younger since the young folks are always going full time.

[@thewrenchmaster122]

I joined the army at 27 years old. Coming in as an older person. Is definitely going to help make you stand out. You will be more mature and have a lot more life experience then you Your peers. One thing you will find annoying is in the military age doesn’t mean anything. What matters is the rank on the persons chest. With that being said. You can be a 30 year old private. And have a 21 year old sgt telling you what to do. Making you do push-ups or trying to give you advice . And you may find it annoying,I know I did. Like my man said in this video because a lot of the other guys are a lot younger then you and immature there going to be messing up a lot and you will find yourself paying for there mistakes along with them. Being older as a lower enlisted soldier. Some pros I have had about it. Is that a lot of the higher ranking members won’t mess with you as much because of your age. They might even show you a lil more respect because of it. But it still doesn’t mean that you won’t be treated like a lower enlisted soldier if that makes sense. Coming into the military I was 27 years old married with 3 daughters. It has been really tough being away from them. Especially when I’ve been overseas for 9 months and I found out that my whole company got extended 3 more months. It can be stressful! But at the end of the day just don’t let the stress your going through cloud your mind from remembering the reasons why you joined. It has done me and my family more good then bad that’s for sure.

[@noahacedo5698]

Im currently 22 will be 23 before the end of the year. I make good money right now as a heavy equipment operator but I've wanted to join the USMC since I was 15. Planning on trying out for reconnaissance and hoping to be shipped out before the end of the year.

[@DelPiero2004]

Was 28 in Jan 2014 when I stepped on the yellow footprints in San Diego. A week later I turned 29. Was called old man the entire time, the DIs in other platoons will respect you and and not mess with you. The ones in my own platoon we're obviously not as nice lol

[@israelamador2808]

How was it brother

[@roguenpc5574]

Oh man, family is the one thing holding me back since I'm the main source of income supporting my mom and siblings. I'm 23 working security while I watch my cousins and friends join the military.

[@armandtonga4501]

I’m in the exact same spot, same age too except my friends are telling me not to go.

[@andrewcruz3837]

Im almost 28 . Working in a restaurant making $ 15 an hr. Hey even living with my parents . i look at the people at my job and there all average. This pasta maker his name is brian 35 . no kids. No Wife. 35 making $21 an hr. and thats his life. and im here thinking like. I need to make moves bro

[@richardwildlife88-wj6kl]

I am 35 working as a CNA at $15 an hour, but overtime is $45 an hour... so I work an extra 20 hours per week on top of my 40 and that's my life. I'm average... but, made numerous changes & went to school for numerous things. Didn't pan out. I need to make moves too.

[@andrewcruz3837]

@@richardwildlife88-wj6kl im paying for my cna classes this week so yeah

[@captainred22449]

As of writing this comment, I'm 23 years old and I have a stable but low paying job. I recently zeroed out my bank account, and fallen back into depression. So I see the military as a fall back plan

[@BryanFerra]

If you need some sense of direction and discipline, you can’t go wrong. If anything you’ll regret it later in life. If anything, get out in 4 years and go back to civilian life.

[@jackcarraway4707]

I was 29 when I was in basic. I got along with the drills more than most people in the bay.

[@Im_Not_A_Dad]

I’m 26, no family, no skills, and I always wanted to join since I was 16 but “something always came up.” I always wanted to join 75th Rangers as infantry. I have been told that older guys my age often aren’t allowed in high combat positions. I know this video is old, but do you think it’d be possible for me to get into those infantry positions at this age?

[@nate654]

I've had the pleasure of working with a lot of older guys while in service, and yeah, it's a day and night difference as far as knowledge, level of maturity, and self discipline compared to the younger guys.

[@LeandroFTW]

I joined at twenty and it was the perfect timing. That was fifteen years ago.

[@lss2446]

22 your still a baby bro u prolly feel older now but wait till u hit your 30s it comes fast enjoy it bro

[@BryanFerra]

Lomachenko Sr. Style bro just hearing 30 scares me!

[@Dev-In-Denver123]

Hahaha right? 29 go Air Force!

[@SteveMcFry]

@@BryanFerra it comes quick especially in the military

[@123Iamawesome321]

I have had my application take 4 years long and am still calling at 25 because I didn’t hear back in pandemic after passing all the testing the first time with no medication or diagnosis. Have an excel sheet ready of all the dates and contacts that I had to this point and am ready for the Member of Parliament to take action.

[@MRLEE-of5fj]

I'm turning 25 in Nov and havent gone to college I have a "decent" job in refinery and struggling to pin point what I wanna go to school for just lost no kids no family but I'm in the process of losing weight I'm 283 lost 15 pounds so far

[@615alexander9]

I feel old asf and I’m only 19💀💀😂

[@divulgewithchip1099]

How I used to be 🤣

[@archangel5723]

Hi there mate , i hope you're still reading comments , in my case , im not American , im Spanish , i went through a lot of shit when i was 17-18 (im 23 now), my original plan was joining my country's army , life got in between and i had to dismiss that option , and kept studying. Im an electro mechanic technician now(didn't like it at all , although i do like it as a hobby) , and recently started a community college kind of thing to become a web developer , but the thought keeps coming to my mind , i do honestly feel like i'm not living my life , i'm always thinking about what if i had joined the military at 18 , i feel like i fucked up and feel lost as hell. I'm a little overweight , i don't even have a driver's license , and i've always been afraid about the "what if i fuck up with this decission" im starting to get fit , because i've thought about joining the army next year(still 4 months left) , the only thing that still keeps me thinking about it is "what im gonna do once im in" , i mean i like the military , but i'm afraid of fucking up and ending homeless or something like that. ( I don't exactly know how it is in the USA , but in Spain is so hard to get a decent job without a college degree , joining the army would mean not studying..) Dunno man , if you could give me some advice it would be cool. Thank you.

[@torirodriguez9140]

I’m a 23 year old female and have been wanting to join the military for awhile, but I’ve been in a law enforcement career for about 2 years now so like you said I feel like it’s made me more mature (even though I know I’m not really “old”) compared to the majority I just feel like I would stick out and be annoyed by the immaturity.. it’s now or never though.

[@BryanFerra]

Tori Rodriguez you’ll regret it if you don’t

[@cavaliermedia6978]

Leaving for MCRD tomorrow at the ripe old age of 27. I've done the civilian thing for awhile and I'm ready for a new change and challenge

[@BryanFerra]

Cavalier media MAN I remember the exact feelings right before boot. Good luck. Shit is tough. But remember why you joined. Eeeeerah

[@kevinm4209]

Good luck

[@amg_boyy1171]

Bro how did it work out? I’m 28 and have a month before I hit 29

[@Lil_Moncha_415]

I'm 26 and I feel stuck in life I don't know what to do so I'm planning to join the air Force or army

[@tylerrelyt881]

joining the marine corps at 24 was the best decision I ever made

[@KenLuciano300]

Why is that

[@divulgewithchip1099]

Why

[@israelamador2808]

I’m literally in that same boat Tyler. How’d it go?

[@erikminamihata]

I'm 39 and shipping to BMT Dec 4th. Standing by to get some

[@Stephoya]

Congrats! I'm 39. Going to Meps in the new year.

[@christophercassese3927]

@@Stephoya 39 and thinking...married w 2 kids...not sure how to tell them

[@abcd6242]

Erik that's awesome going in 29

[@Stephoya]

@@christophercassese3927 congrats to you! They'll be okay. I only told my husband a month ago, despite working by tail off to drop 40lbs over the last year and knowing my only reason is to join the military. He didn't have a clue! 😊 But now he does he seems ok with it namely because of the benefits but also because his granddad served until retirement. I'm just nervous about telling and leaving my employers of 3yrs. I love working there so much. I wish I could do both but I don't just want to do reserves, I want to go active.

[@christophercassese3927]

@@Stephoya thats so great. Have u gone through meps yet? Im not sure if watching these videos us making me more or less nervous about it. I put some stuff on recruiter paperwork thats worrying me now, like smoking pot 15 yrs ago. Everyone says to lie?!?! Wondering if MEPs has your paperwork you signed w the recruiter...do you have a ship date? What branch?

[@helldropper]

I denied my desire to join the USMC because I just thought my life path wasn't going that way. I worked retail, then got to college, now I'm 28 and working as an industrial electrician with so much room to grow. But, it's the last year I can enlist in the Marines. Being faced with that, I realize it's something I can't let go of. I turn 29 summer of next year. I think here in a few weeks I'm going to talk to a recruiter.

[@BryanFerra]

Just do it already man.

[@NolhhooX]

Did you join?

[@helldropper]

@@BryanFerra I am currently working on losing weight and getting fit as I'm too big right now to enlist. Been making steady progress and if I lose another 30 pounds I should be good.

[@xxTAARGUS]

Man I turn 29 in March. I want to but. I don't know if I can even do it now.

[@popeyesaavedra1533]

Hello can I enlist in the Marines as 6 months after turning 30? Is a age waiver possible? Im a college student as well. Please let me know

[@bunnyhillrock10]

im 24.. i Was on Board to Join at 18 i Passed the Test and Everything i Was Suppose to get a physical Etc and i just Decided not to Go .. Since then ive enjoyed Working Construction Blockwork... Landscaping carpentry etc i dam near thought it was to late as of now but This is Good to Hear

[@TheEndOfABloodline]

I need everything you named. I have nothing to lose. Waiting on confirmation after breaking my leg in 2017.

[@tatankahanska120]

I went to BCT at the age of 39 and I graduated in the fall of 2021. Fort Jackson SC. I got in with a waiver my wife was in the Airforce. But I went Army instead. It was an ok desicion but I'm dealing with it I got less than 2 years to go. I'm in the 190th CSSB unit in montana. Hooah

[@thomasryan2679]

I joined at 16 and entered basic on my 17th birthday. Looking back, that was too young. I wasn't ready and didn't appreciate anything. I did my four years and got out. I've have done very well since.

[@GoodNews-px2im]

I'm 33, leaving for Basic in two weeks, cannot wait.

[@garylaan4480]

I'm 33 myself. I was denied from the Marines because of my age. Did you applied for a waiver? What's your story man? Or are you in the Army?

[@michaelfrederick1122]

Why were you denied? The waiverable age is 29-34

[@divulgewithchip1099]

@@michaelfrederick1122 he’s about to be 34

[@Pearl-_Perla]

I'm going to be 33 in 3 months and I want to join the Air National Guard but I been getting cold feet BC I was charged with a felony in 2016 and later was dismissed. I feel lost and confused even frustrated with myself!!

[@KleinHeister]

So how'd it go?

[@Coolkidd5.56]

One hell of an honest guy😅

[@PBRatlas]

I'm 23 thinking of joining.. jus need better direction in life

[@BryanFerra]

Do some research man and then go see a recruiter. Don’t let them talk you into anything. But if it feels right, do it. Don’t want to regret it.

[@claytonangotti1784]

I’m 24 and only worked grocery and retail since I was 16, I feel like I’m going nowhere in life and all I want is to feel like I have a purpose and I’m doing something meaningful, I’m seriously debating if I wanna join because idk what else I will do in life

[@BryanFerra]

If you’ve worked at a grocery store for 8 years.. then I really think the military over all is a great place for you to change things up. Marines are those most bad ass of course haha

[@Hashtagfm_]

Aye man! I have no idea if your still active on this channel but I’m 21 years old always wanted to do firefighting or corrections or CHP/PD but I felt like I needed to get a college degree in order to be successful. Wasted 3 years after college trying to get a degree I wasn’t interested in. Do you think military good option? The reason I want to go is because mainly that I felt like the military well help me get the assertive, determined, disciplined, and strong mindset for any government job I’m looking into. Also especially if everything that’s going on right now;?8 want to serve and protect our country🇺🇸. What’s your thoughts, military would help me get that mindset for first responders job?

[@Pitchithard]

I joined at 19 and I thought that was old , good luck to everyone joining later it’s a huge change in lifestyle.

[@ThyFilthyCasual]

Im 20, just got my wisdom teeth removed not long ago, gotta get in contact with a recruiter soon

[@yamcha65]

This video helped me a feel a lot more at ease. I am 21, and i am not in a place with my family situation, where i am able to join the military right now, i have been stressing out for a while now about it, cause it is kind of my dream. I am just gonna refocus my efforts, on getting my associate's degree, and try, and stabilize my situation, and hopefully if things go according to plan, i will be able to join when i am 23, or 24. Thanks for the video.

[@yanishioun7462]

Did you join ?

[@JohnnyFBlaze-ek1rr]

If your Pryor service we know what we in 4 it's a lot easier for us than the young ones.

[@lydiadale]

I'm 29 and have been a teacher for almost three years. Decided to go Army OCS! I can't wait :)

[@KenLuciano300]

How is it going?

[@lydiadale]

@@KenLuciano300 Long process, but shipping out in less than two weeks!

[@clap5]

I'm 36, I have a decent job that pays well for a single guy. I have plenty of money saved off to the side. I come from a military background (Both Grandfathers, my Father 24yrs of service, and two brother all in the military, also aunts and uncles who were in as well). So when I say I come from a military family...I really come from a military family. The guys I work with...90% of them were all prior service or still in the reserves or guard. I always wanted to join...I just want to scratch that itch I've has since I was a kid. Like I said, I have a good job that supports me well. But I don't want to feel like I'm throwing away everything I worked so long for. I want to join the guard which would allow me to keep my current job. But the MOS I want is not easy to get into and it's not guaranteed I will pass. It's something I've been chasing for the past 8 years.

[@BryanFerra]

ArmaRes my take, if that job is so great, they will allow you to come back with ease after your training. At that age I think it will be tough BUT you will always regret not doing it. So I say go for it. Especially if it’s the guard.

[@simpaijam7889]

It’s not that I love the country but I feel we need to do better and I need to see and know more. Plus all that comes with finding discipline.

[@austinblack180]

Joining right out of high school will set you up for life. The GI bill housing alone with my VA compensation (rated at 80%) I’m making $4000 a month not including my income from my part time job.

[@MrSodaBelly]

$4000 a month?! What is your job in the military I might steal your blue print

[@austinblack180]

I’m out of the military. I’m getting housing allowance from my GI bill which is different based on where you live and compensation from the VA every month. You’re paid by rank in the military not by your job though.

[@garylaan4480]

If only I would have known this information, when I was 18. I'm 33. Too late for me. :(

[@fernandoboj9883]

I’m 21, had two jobs so far thought about going after high school but just didn’t end up going, I’ve been wanting to go but right now I’m on fafsa probation for college so I gotta take care of that, also I broke my wrist about a year ago and have a screw inside and I’m not sure if that it effects my chances of being eligible

[@Beckofilmz]

Update 2 yrs later ? Same situation here... wanted to join at 18 never did now I’m 21 thinking about it again.... think the discipline and morning PT will be good for me.

[@BryanFerra]

Kody Beck dont keep waiting

[@shakurburton9358]

I'm 33 now. Joining this September. I'm scared & worried about walking into a nightmare here, simply because I was so used to my life the way it was. Too bad the way it was before doing this kinda sucked. I have a Bachelors in IT and want to do data entry / security of data and/or computer repairs and diagnostics. Problem is I live in SC - not a lot of opportunities unless you have experience already. Worse still, I got college debt and live with family doing cooking jobs (that don't pay enough for me to take care of myself like they should have.) before I was crazy enough to finally go thru this. I'm scared and worried. If there was another way, I would have done it. Too bad the Army may be my best chance of paying down my college debt and finding work in what I WANT TO DO in my IT career for real. Life always gotta be messing with me. Being a soldier for awhile is probably my only escape for awhile, hard and scary as that is to admit, too... I want to stop being hard on myself, but this is a big life change for me. A BIG ASS ONE.

[@noesal4560]

Update?

[@shakurburton9358]

@@noesal4560 I'm currently better off than I was before, but it ain't no cakewalk. Just remember - it's NOT for everyone, honestly. You really gotta stay on their butts to get your benefits as needed, too. They like to be stingy with that stuff.

[@noesal4560]

@@shakurburton9358 What would you say to the then you who considering joining with a Bachelor degree and are there anything you would suggest to do differently?

[@shakurburton9358]

@@noesal4560 Simple - you should have went to vocational school for computer repairs. Incur less debt and actually have a job I want. Simpler- be ready to bust your butt! Also be ready to not have your own place to live for a long time.

[@noesal4560]

@@shakurburton9358 Not what you would do differently in pursue of your career, but as you already have a bachelor. Do you see an alternative than the military.

[@wb2605]

I’m 37 and just joined the coast guard. Waiting for my ship date

[@BreeKayBe]

You can actually learn a useful skill that you may not be able to get.

[@misterabel_9017]

Well let's see, I'm 30 yrs old, work at a bank with ok pay, I'm enrolled at SJSU going for my BA in Sociology, still single, pretty tired of the same routine, I have been thinking of joining either the Army or Air national guard..think it's worth it?

[@Moderator_user]

I’m 27 (no wife/no girlfriend, no kids) I’m trying to join marines. I do maintenance i make good amount of money however I feel like i can do more in life. I feel like marines would be a good restart in life

[@Moderator_user]

Update I passed my meps physical portion & ASVAB. All I need is 1 waiver when that gets cleared I’ll get shipped in May.

[@spencer1381]

I planned on joining with my buddy after highschool went down talked to the recruiter, Did the practice asvab at his office then my buddy got a girl and decided not to join… He’s the one that convinced me to do it with him so I felt weird doing it alone and b*tched out and kinda ghosted the recruiter😂 But now 2 years later ik it’s something I don’t wanna look back on and regret either, So I’m willing to sign any papers the recruiter wants. Do I dare go down to the same place I went before? Pretty sure the same recruiters are there, Thanks.

[@ItsTheKerminator]

Man. I was think on it for a while. I've been a truck driver since high school and been at it for near 10 years now. My wife is Air Force and I feel like I just...missed out.

[@BryanFerra]

The Kerminator this is exactly why I finally did it. I didn’t want that feeling.

[@ItsTheKerminator]

@@BryanFerra got a buddy of mine trying to convince me to enlist in the army as an 88 Mike. His argument gets stronger everytime the DOT pulls another rule out of their asses; driving a truck has kept food on my family's table for four generations but it just doesn't have that magic anymore.

[@doakone1957]

I'm 31. I'm in a place in my life where I need something new and challenging. I most definitely need discipline: physically and mentally. I feel the military would help me accomplish that.

[@cakesnatcher4541]

Or two

[@savageproduction186]

Got out of high school at 18, decided to travel, I’m 22 atm and got like 3 countries I want to see when this outbreak is over, I’ll probably be 23 I’m hoping it’ll be a solid next step

[@BryanFerra]

savageproduction186 absolutely!

[@CaptainGameSlayer]

I’m desperate to get back in the military after being dishonorably discharged from the marines in 2009 for fraudulent enlistment 5 days before the crucible was supposed to start. My re-enlistment code was RE3C which is physical disability which I found weird since I had to leave basically because at the time I didn’t feel comfortable being around weapons. I tried to join the army a year ago and they wouldn’t take me or waiver me in any way. A lot has improved since my last time in the military and I just want to join so I can stop having these endless obsessive dreams about rejoining the military because it’s been NON STOP since I left before! I have a few things working against me though…I’m 37, have a GED and of course that RE3C re-enlist code. I’m basically stuck unless they loosened up the restrictions since a year ago.

[@thomasryan2679]

I doubt you'll ever return to duty. I ask you to consider serving other ways. The volunteer fire department, Big Brothers, scouting, Civil Air Patrol, and other agencies do great work and need good people. As a military veteran, I find the volunteer FD just as rewarding. G/L, the DD is a no-go.

[@Thevelvetrope1983]

I’m 35 leaving for BMT next month. Haha

[@BryanFerra]

Shalon Jackson good luck!

[@Thevelvetrope1983]

Thanks so much

[@gsabella4]

Hey good for you! i'm 25 and considering enlisting. What job are you going in for?

[@patrickpowers2788]

@Thomas Connell omg you can go at 35?

[@OnlyL3G3ND]

Patrick Powers yes 35 is the oldest you can enlist

[@LoblollyGaming]

I’m planning on joining after I go through college. I know some people might think it makes me a wuss, but I want to make absolutely sure that this is the right choice for me.

[@BryanFerra]

Be sure you go the officer route then!! Much much much better as an officer than enlisted.

[@TheCoffeeNut711]

problem with me is I'm 26 and while I don't have much going on what happens after I get out? How will I support myself financially?

[@lordartoriuscollbrande7434]

@@TheCoffeeNut711Sometimes I can’t believe that I’m already 22 years old and I have been thinking about honestly joining the military. I don’t really know everything I am really getting into but I have been harsh on myself because I’m trying to do everything I can to fulfill my life and reach my highest potential. I graduated during COVID so I really had it hard after high school. I didn’t have any direction or way to navigate and help myself really look at things.

[@crimsonzia7873]

I'm 22 and I'm training to drop 45 pounds so I can go into the usmc this video helped me reassure my self for my decision to soon join.

[@BryanFerra]

You can do anything you put your mind to 💪🏽

[@acupofcoffee9082]

Hoping I can join by the end of the year. I'm 23, wish me luck!

[@BryanFerra]

a cup of coffee you can do it for sure!

[@acupofcoffee9082]

Thank you!

[@chalkzone0]

Same

[@fraternite7874]

20 right now, going to see a recruiter tomorrow, hopefully all goes well

[@divulgewithchip1099]

DO short contract bro

[@stephenmejia5216]

Do you know if the cutoff age for the Marine Corps Reserves is 29 or still 28? Does that mean by your birthday of that cutoff age you have to be in boot camp or you have until the end of that age?

[@BryanFerra]

Stephen Mejia sorry but I don’t know the answer

[@darrellreese8980]

thanks for the dos and don't brozay. I'm 23 thinking of signing up to the navy. Your video gave me more clarity. Now, I have to start doing cardio lol

[@BryanFerra]

Darrell Reese get on it! Don’t worry though, they’ll make sure you’re in shape haha

[@terriblelottery]

I’m 23 in the process of joining the navy right now.

[@TonyhatesLego11031people]

I'm 24 with a toddler. His mom around to watch him. Should I join ? I was going to join at 18 but I had my whole family and friends against me telling to the military going to make me crazy and it's best to go to college. Got my AA and it's useless to find a job with it. Should I join ?

[@BryanFerra]

Tony I don’t think listening to your family is the right choice if they have never done what you want to do. Talk with your kids mother and hope it works out!

[@TonyhatesLego11031people]

@@BryanFerra will the military promise to get me a Dodge charger like they say they would ?😂

[@DonGcar_]

I feel like 21 is the youngest and oldest age too join and I’m 20 thinking of joining when I’m 21 it’s about the time you’ll be gone and that’s at least 4 years .. when you could stay 4 years as a civilian and do a lot here

[@BryanFerra]

99% of the time, people won’t do anything during those years. Besides maybe go to college and get a job. Everyone back home will still be doing the exact same thing when you get out or resign. I had fomo a lot. But realized very fast nothing changed at home.

[@crash406]

I turned 30 in Basic. Still wish I was in.

[@jma4976]

What's your story I'd like to know

[@ripnola984]

Yeah what is your story? I would love to know as well because I’m going on 29 years old and I’m still ready to run and gun. But I need to make sure my medication and medical status isn’t perfect tiptop shape

[@SteveMcFry]

@@ripnola984 once again quit being a pussy

[@schlinge-fling]

big blue why don’t you enlist then, Mr.ToughGuy! You wouldn’t last 1 week in boot camp!

[@SteveMcFry]

@@schlinge-fling did 8 years as a scout 2 tours been there done that

[@Yourmom69sme]

What about reserves? BMP and tech and your back with your family right?

[@frankcruz8863]

Could The US MARINES Accept Me Closer 31 Year Old After I Finishing The US NAVY 🇺🇸💪🏻🤘🏻

[@rickyhayes2505]

So I turned 18 and I've getting ready to commit to the Marine Crops and do have any advice I should take with with me?

[@iyourancestor5103]

back in the eighties my dad joined the marine corps at 22. but that was when they offered that or prison. i am glad i waiting until 19 to talk to my recruiter. got a taste of life outside high school and that whole experience.

[@BryanFerra]

Can’t imagine how tough it was in the 80’s!

[@thomasryan2679]

Negative, someone is telling you BS. The "service or jail" sentence ended in the late 1960's because losers were avoiding jail and entering. Now, state judges have no say in who Uncle Sam selects. Felons are automatically DQ. With everyone else, all probation, community service, classes, and fines must absolutely be completed before they look at you.

[@humblemumble1591]

Im 33 ,thinking about the navy. I have no kids or family, but i dont wanna hit old age and regret not having the experience. Im worried about being dinosaur old around a bunch of kids but ive heard after a school and boot, that im gonna be around older people. Another thing is i dont want to commit my mid 30s to the military to waste it in an undesirable shit job.

[@kevinm4209]

Bro you are still young what are you saying. 33? You are more than capable, and plus with you're real world experience. Dangerous very dangerous.

[@humblemumble1591]

@@kevinm4209 yeah im looking at airforce as well. With some research found out im still eligible for alot of important jobs , military is rigid as far as mos. Whatever you sign up for your committed for awhile.

[@kevinm4209]

@@humblemumble1591 what jobs are you interested in?

[@humblemumble1591]

@@kevinm4209 intelligence, healthcare, dog training..

[@kevinm4209]

@@humblemumble1591 hell yea likewise

[@euric869]

I'm approaching my mid 20's and can't find a better job have a useless degree and no soft skills to talk about. I just need something that can keep me afloat for a few years and then idk. Just wished the current military culture/politics of the higher ups weren't the way they are right now which is holding me back.

[@BryanFerra]

If you’re referring to lt col Schellers book and videos, I wouldn’t let that stop you from joining. It takes people who understand change is needed, to join and make things happen. I recommend you at least go see a recruiter.

[@davidcardenas3315]

Enlisted in the Navy ⚓️ at 27. Leaving to boot camp 2021MAY05

[@mpampislarsons]

what if you join the army for a second time?

[@chandlerM1999]

I’m 21. I’m getting married before I enlist later this year. I’ll be 22 when I enlist.

[@emmarie8510]

I regret not joining straight out of hs I’m 20 years old now and still have this desire to join

[@israelamador2808]

Do it

[@moneyboyfranco8936]

Me to bro I regret it so bad but I’m 20 also ship out in September or October gotta see

[@lucasrodriguez9743]

I joined when I was 17 and I left bootcamp for my girlfriend that I now married, she ended up cheating one so I’m going back to basic but I’m now 18 about to turn 19 I’m so devastated because I feel like I wasted time. What do you guys think? Am I still young to go in?

[@BryanFerra]

Don’t have a girl when you go in. This always happens

[@emmanuelnocum6048]

For the marines average is like 17-19. I agree that for the Marines joining at anytbing after even 21 is considered “old” but just for the Marines and also depends when you go boot camp. Summer had old the younger kids out of hs. Friends in the army and navy said the age range is all different.

[@gazagovana3291]

Turn 29 a Month into boot camp. 6 years later still going strong. #usmc

[@joe7d321]

People always say about if you have a family don’t join because you will be send away ... so you rather stay on a dead end job that pays you shit for 12 to 10 hours a day to provide for your family and pay bills till you die ? You’ll be unhappy ,working long hours everyday you won’t be able to spend to much time with your family working for a company that doesn’t give you a chance to grow and pays you the minimum without benefits ..best go to the army , you might be send away sometimes but at least you doing something that you proud of and you can grow and rebuild your self if you take the chances the army gives you I rather sacrifice be send away and miss some birthdays and Christmas that stay on dead end job forever doing the same shift year after year because at the end of the day just because you get to see your family everyday doesn’t meant they’ll appreciate or you’ll be happy do what you love first invest in your self!!!

[@macburger5026]

Joe7 D At the same time you still would have to think about your dependents. If you are older and have dependents, it might be best to join the national guard or reserves. If you want active duty, it might be a much better idea to join the air force instead of the army. You'd be there for your dependents more with the AF instead of the army because in the army you constantly will have to be out in the field for several weeks or months at a time whereas AF doesn't go to the field. The army also has the longest deployments of all the branches at 9-12 months. You'd even have to look at things like PT taking away your time with your dependents. More often than not, the AF lets its people do PT on their own, whereas the army insists everyone be away for an hour and a half to two hours of group PT every morning, which takes away even more of soldiers time. Not telling anyone who's older with dependents to not join the military or the army, but just remember how much extra difficult things will be for your dependents if you do join the army whereas the AF would be a better alternative for dependents.

[@bluuberry13b59]

I’m 34 and leaving for bmt in a week 🙈🙈🙈

[@allisondixon6699]

Diane Barnes ill be 32!!! but i can pass for 25 so ill go with that😁

[@frankiealexander1]

How’s the military now? Update?

[@divulgewithchip1099]

@@frankiealexander1 broke his back

[@therealdyl1099]

I'm 25 and leaving for meps in two days. Been training Muay Thai and BJJ at a local mma school to get ready but I know I've still got a lot of work to do before leaving for Parris Island.

[@light9906]

Dylan Painter what’s the update?

[@ZacBaldwin_]

Dylan Painter how was it man,

[@ZacBaldwin_]

?

[@therealdyl1099]

Z winn just saw this man that feels like forever ago. I’m at 2D CEB at Lejeune now. Bootcamp was the funniest place I wasn’t allowed to laugh

[@ZacBaldwin_]

Dylan Painter I’m 22 bro I feel like I’ll be the oldest one in boot camp lol, that’s the only thing stopping me

[@bubbamane658]

I’m 27 and want to join. My buddy join army at 28 so I don’t feel like I’m too old yet. I’m going no where in life if I stay here.

[@BryanFerra]

Bubba Mane I understand man. The military can be that change you need. Good luck with everything!

[@osautoglass5454]

I'm 37 and enlisting. Waiting on MEPS PHYSICAL. Don't feel too old.

[@macburger5026]

Bubba Mane Good luck. Just remember the extra craziness of being active duty enlisted in the army vs another branch.

[@zonomouszone316]

I'm 27 and I want to join the military but I had a child at 22 what's your input