5 LEGIT Reasons NOT To Join The Army/Military

Plain and simple. Don't join the military if one of these applies to you. This is my opinion but you should definitely take it into consideration.
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[@billyvallejo5530]

1. If you do not want to deploy 2. If your spouse doesn't want you to be gone for a given amount of time 3. If you just want to get away from your problems 4. If you're going in doing a job you have no interest in 5. For the money You're welcome!

[@blakeemel3819]

Yeah I kinda did it for number 3 and 4

[@bradleycaldwell4774]

Thanks

[@WT99.]

Nathan Zhang join the Air Force they have many space related jobs or if you want oceanic travel that is literally the Navy. Also it may sound funny but the Space Force is now a thing so just wait until they start recruiting, they are all about space and space travel/Security

[@michaeldindjarin3992]

Thank you

[@evanarcher7083]

BlAkeem el how was your experience?

[@Akech101]

Going to Fort Benning in a week, wish me luck everyone 💯🇺🇸

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Saint Bak Good luck!

[@kaidentownsend3147]

I’m actually going to Fort Benning tomorrow lol but good luck dude 💯

[@crisn565]

Have fun princess

[@harrycv5806]

Saint bak good luck

[@harrycv5806]

Darth Anakin good luck

[@thissailorja]

I grew up very poor, in a bad family situation and needed to get the hell out of where i was. I was going nowhere fast. Probably in real trouble if i had stayed. I joined the navy in 1990 and retired in 2010 as a E6. Went to college after that and was on the Presidents list and graduated with honors. The Navy taught me how to work on equipment, and deal with people. I couldnt be happier how my life turned out.

[@donald8354]

You did good. Best wishes.

[@Me-eb3wv]

Nice. The military is best for those that don’t have much of a future in the civilian world and the chances of them ever retiring or becoming a homeowner is slim to none because the best they can do on the job market is land a job where the peak hourly wage is $5-$10 above whatever McDonald’s is paying their part time high schoolers. If that’s you just join the military, you got nothing to loose. Become an army plumber or a navy HT, do your 20 years and retire at 53 with a house to come home to somewhere in the fly over states. If you’re gonna work, you might as well work for the company that will benefit you the most in the long run. Beats being 59 and still having to break your back at a warehouse

[@donald8354]

My nephew join the army because he had a part time job in his home town not making that much money his mos signal corp and when he got out finish his bachelors degree in criminal Justice did some legal soon during pandemic is now medical sales purry happy what his doing and the money is good. Best wishes to everybody here.

[@prettyboishah2898]

​@donald8354 Damm, that's nice, bro. I want to join the military myself, particularly space/or airforce, but I do not want to do a combat job, because of my relegious beliefs. I finished a semester in college, my major was in Business, sales and marketing.

[@donald8354]

@@prettyboishah2898 Air Force is a good heard about the Spasce Force but know nothing about. I hope you do well in the military.

[@zachlackner6071]

"You shouldn't want to deploy" -said no infantryman ever

[@zachlackner6071]

Also, I joined because I was an addict and needed something good in my life, so I joined the Army and became an infantryman (11b). Best decision I ever made.

[@ace7xthenoob424]

Former 0341 usmc rah

[@92powerdiesel61]

@@zachlackner6071 I'm thinking about Infantry, I want to do something that is memorable and exciting. Not just work another 9-5 regular job. Am I gonna regret it?

[@zachlackner6071]

@@92powerdiesel61 that really depends on who you are as a person. I loved it and it was the greatest experience of my life. Others, hated it because we are always out in the field doing training exercises. Sometimes it's hard to find any alone time. But like I said, it all comes down to who you are as a person, and remember, you can always re-class too, (switch MOSs).

[@juniorruiz3078]

@@92powerdiesel61 same

[@napkin1329]

Idk why I'm watching this I'm already 3 years in 😂

[@malcolmoliver7678]

Dominic Albright I hollered 😂

[@goodrichardremy6445]

Me too😂

[@koben8862]

How is it?

[@CorruptedSpy]

Literally me 😂

[@BostonsF1nest]

Maybe because you’re unsure if you should reenlist or not, or maybe deep down you’re second guessing your decision to join in the first place. Or maybe you’re just sitting on the shitter at 11:30 at night tryna pass the time while also simultaneously tryna piss before you wipe and head back to your room.

[@TheScreenHacker3000]

Lmao watching this in the barracks

[@AngelAguilar-dg2gp]

Same bruh😂

[@andrewjustiss7199]

Smh same..

[@masterofstealth2943]

Same lmao

[@sodafied7988]

Same my man.

[@oliver.t1519]

Same😂

[@donsullivan6199]

1) The high divorce rate 2) The high suicide rate 3) PTSD 4) Going to war with Russia for no reason 5) Going to war with China for no reason

[@soygemmer8555]

but freedom

[@homiesenatep]

@@soygemmer8555fighting for imperialism isn’t fighting for freedom though.

[@soygemmer8555]

@@homiesenatep but israel

[@ya_homeboy_prophet]

you forgot the middle east bud, that's like 3 reasons right there 🤣

[@thomastolbert6184]

Had PTSD since fifty four! You have to learn to live with it.I still get scared of sudden noises and the sound of jet engines but I made it to discharge and worked in Govt. Contracting for twenty three years. You can't let it control you like most people do!

[@quickscopeoneeighty9158]

"Getting Away" isnt my major reason for joining, but it is one of the reasons. With my current situation, the cost of living is far more expensive than my occupation's annual salary, so I'm financially trapped. It's not that I want to get away, I just want to get ahead of the game and save and gain career experience to get promotions and department transfers to live comfortably.

[@rusty7984]

Quickscope One Eighty Same here I live in a bedroom with my single mom and little sister I want to have a livable wage along with housing benefits also look a lot better with my current career choice ( firefighting) also I want to be part of something bigger than me a brotherhood

[@cryora]

I think a lot of people do it to get away, but not necessarily from a temporary situation, but from a long term situation like not having enough money or being stuck in their home town and not knowing anything about the world.

[@iamtobyxp]

Bro same, I feel you🔥🔥

[@carlosanderson4479]

Great answer. It's my reasoning for wanting to join too.

[@tristansama8213]

Going through this exact same thing right now

[@ItDatBoi6868]

Leaving tomorrow for Ft. Jackson. I worked too hard at this point to not go. I lost 55lbs in the last 3 months just to join.

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Carson Corrigan Goodluck!!

[@ItDatBoi6868]

@@thehonestbrian3609 thanks man! I appreciate it!

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Carson Corrigan :) can’t wait to ship out as well! Have to pass the test first.

[@ColombianoSuperior]

How did just lost all that weight???! can you gimme your food routine? I need to lose some extra pounds.

[@tren6893]

I graduated from there. Everything is too easy. Just be on time, be in the right uniform, and pay attention to detail. The only problem I really had was being out in the freezing cold everyday. Overall I enjoyed my time there.

[@ahmedfalahy9337]

*95% comments be like* : Too little too late, fam. I'm actually on my way to the airport/camp

[@jump674]

This comment had me cracking up i enrolled but havent met with the recruit yet😂

[@malonee]

Lol me watching fun vids like this before I go to bootcamp 😂

[@jitteller9042]

If u have a girl while deployed. She’s going to cheat 100%. Deadass 😂

[@markkfitx]

Good thing I’m single then 😂😂

[@NANNO_FEMBOY]

You weren’t enough of a looker to not get joedied then bro

[@markkfitx]

Red Lil Anime ha sucks on you i have a girlfriend now lmao but yeah that’s kinda true

[@NANNO_FEMBOY]

97mark749 lmao but for real tho hope it works out for you two, being single is kinda lame.

[@joeihorne23]

Seen it happen to a friend of mine while deployed lol

[@FirstnameLastnamee]

The 30 dislikes are recruiters trying to meet their quotas

[@ayalewdessieabebe]

😂🤣

[@kalensilva5814]

"I want to go to war" I don't I just want to be a medic and help my brothers and sisters!

[@blackdemins42910]

I hope you do god bless!

[@euniceguerrero2475]

Leaving to fort Jackson February 24th for basic training joining as a 88N reservist and I think I thought of everything before I decided to join! But I agree ☝️

[@BOOMER90100]

Eunice Guerrero Same here 91B active duty

[@tyrellwhite5255]

Y'all have fun y'all ever been to SC before?? I live in SC and summer is bout to be hot 😂🤣

[@jonesbones9105]

Same here lol but I’ll be flying in from Ft Drum so I might go into shock once I get there

[@SCarboni]

I will be there at the same time.

[@GoodNews-px2im]

Good luck, I'll be there 2 weeks before you.

[@cageygamer41]

I failed once I’m not letting that stop me

[@Mugiwarajj]

you failed boot camp ?

[@pharaoh4866]

Cagey Gamer How did u fail basic

[@MrCurbinator]

@@pharaoh4866 Whole bunch of ways to do it. Quit, get injured, fail too many tests in some branches, get reverted too many times, commit a crime, get psyched out. Boot camp isn't just a right of passage. It's a job interview and you can fail

[@pharaoh4866]

MrCurbinator I don’t need an explanation of the possibilities guy, I’ve been there done that years ago, Im asking him how he failed basic out of curiosity and so i can maybe give him some advice to help in the future. Basic really ain’t that hard unless you get a serious injury that holds you back.

[@MrCurbinator]

@@pharaoh4866 then articulate that. "How did you fail basic" can be interpreted in a myriad of ways, many of which will shut him up entirely.

[@adamforbes1019]

6th reason: If you are clumsy, forgetful, or accident prone. If this is the case for you, you will hate your time in the military, and everyone will hate you.

[@At0micMeltd0wn]

Adam Forbes I'm all three of those things :(

[@prod.aether8832]

Adam Forbes well the military would help a lot with improving on that

[@bridgetteemily5570]

I’m two of those things and am on my second year on service. I’ve loved my time and I work along side some amazing people that I know if they “hated me” would have cut the rope with me a very long time ago.

[@robertohuerta91]

I used to be that way. I Changed. One year in and im none of these things. It was hard but the military will change you but you have to want it.

[@mister6599]

Its hard not to be clumsy but I'm working on it

[@jeymianbullard7009]

Shoutout to you Matt for answering every question I have about the military. You’ve helped out a lot in deciding whether it’s a good fit for me or not. Ship out to Fort Leonardwood February 18th ✌🏻 thanks for all you do bro

[@MattWard89]

Haha Thanks and good luck to you!

[@shilohwainwright981]

I’ll be there the 10th!

[@ironduck3163]

@@shilohwainwright981 weird, me too

[@josephlafrance334]

Did basic in 85 there . Did 24 yrs 3 deployments and a Purple Heart turning 60 next yr . Man I’m old lol . Good luck.

[@jessesimons6537]

Watching this in the barracks after a heavy mentex

[@gabrielcezar8870]

I’ve been watching your videos ever since I thought about joining the Army and your videos have been a very big help. Shipping out next week to Benning, 11X.

[@jesussandoval3952]

Nice I wish you luck, I leave for Benning feb 10th same mos aswell

[@joshuavalentin7353]

you got it 💪🏼

[@Crazybutter722]

Jesus sandoval I leave the same day

[@gabemitchell5163]

Good luck man I leave for benning May 5th same mos

[@benmccann4499]

Gabriel cezar good luck! Came back from benning last month. Enjoy it while it lasts

[@joselaranov17]

Nice timing Matt, I leave tomorrow to Ft. Jackson! 12N; TXARNG. I’m going to return and contract into ROTC.

[@popebenson5921]

I also live for fort jackson tomorrow as well. 42A is my mos.

[@popebenson5921]

@@joselaranov17 Thanks bro

[@ZumbieGuy]

Have fun pushing dirt

[@popebenson5921]

@@ZumbieGuy 😂lol

[@ItDatBoi6868]

Hey bro im leaving tomorrow for Ft. Jackson too! Im a 15W: UAV Operator

[@narwalslayer_9740]

Having to get away can be a solid reason if you think it through and understand the changes your life is going to go through, I joined a few years back to “get away” so to speak and to better myself and it was the best decision I’ve made

[@alexsheppard3775]

Nearly every Marine I met joined to get away from their hometown. Don't kill our recruiting man 😂

[@michaelsix9684]

my brother did that, it was a good experience 77-81, made sgt., was in Hawaii for 2 yrs., he was lucky and it improved him a lot--Rust Belt states give military lots of recruits

[@Guppyg53]

My husband is in the air force and it's not like we're wealthy.. but at least we arent living in our car anymore

[@macburger5026]

it's also good that apparently air force might be better for married service members since not only are deployments much shorter but also there is no month away out in the field like army. Supposedly lots of people in the air force even get to do their own PT, which would mean no 0600 formations which would mean the member would get a few hours more at home.

[@mauricephillips4353]

Bro you say don’t join for the money but it’s really good. I’ve worked warehouse, restaurant, entry level jobs since I was 16, they go NOWHERE. you are promised NOTHING, even if you try your heart out and do exactly as you’re told (especially if you do as you’re told). The military will literally give you a place to live, show me another job that gives that, show me one that will feed you, show me ONE.

[@josepitre2607]

As a veteran I tell you my biggest reason for telling you not to join the military TOXIC LEADERSHIP EVERYWHERE YOU GO there always going to be a clown in charge of you, there's always one I mean everywhere you go every unit, every post, it never fails

[@bobanderson6656]

Well, you'll have the same in the civilian world as well. Don't say you can rectify that by getting a new job. Job searches can take months or even years in the civilian world.

[@novaskyzero]

This video was too late for me lol. I ship out tomorrow to Fort Lost in the Woods as a 31B and I got the extra long training.

[@dezaster0412]

Good luck Nova, I go in May

[@camaro69920]

Nova Sky Hahahahahahahaha have fun

[@juanlopez1529]

Did the OSUT for 31B get extended as well?

[@AngelAguilar-dg2gp]

@@dezaster0412 I just graduated 31B Osut in November, currently at my first duty station in Korea. It's gonna be challenging bro but just dont give up! Best of luck!

[@novaskyzero]

I'm on my way to F Lwood I want basic to start already because I've been doing nothing for the last 24 hours. I'm sure reception will just as boring if not worse. Hoping for Korea, Hawaii, and Cali

[@pjaygunners2276]

Fort Jackson in a week....wish me luck

[@Tremaine35]

PjAY GUNNERS same

[@tren6893]

I graduated from there. Everything is too easy. Just be on time, be in the right uniform, and pay attention to detail. The only problem I really had was being out in the freezing cold everyday. Overall I enjoyed my time there.

[@afeezoniyide634]

Leaving next week too . Fort Jackson

[@pjaygunners2276]

@@afeezoniyide634 hope to see u ...goodluck

[@pjaygunners2276]

@@Tremaine35 hope to see u..goodluck

[@thelonewolf9216]

I have no desire for anything, like being a docter, teacher, electrician, etc. I have been in jrotc for almost 4 years and I'm going to graduate in 5 months. I don't want to go to college yet because I don't know what I want to do specifically and I don't want to go into debt for a degree in which I might never use or I'll hate. I would like to go eventually, if I join I'll go after doing 4 years unless I want to re-enlist, if I re-enlist I'll might do it while I'm in. I know that the military is nothing like jrotc. But I feel like if I don't join after high school, I'll never be brave enough to again. I'm also afraid that I'll get fat again. I am a 5 foot tall female, my mile time is 8:44, I can do 47 crunches, and 30 pushups, I can't do any pullups, I weigh 147 lb, and I was orginally 163 . People see me as mentally strong and a goofball. But I'm deathly afraid of failing and being too week. I want to join and travel, but I don't know what mos I would do, I'm going to do some research. I'm afraid that I'll hate it and regret joining, but I'm also afraid that I'll regret for the rest of my life that I didn't join. I have a mother and a younger brother, I'm 3 years older. I get in fights with them a lot. I'm afraid that I'll end up resenting them and start to hate them, sometimes they make me want to join the military so I can get away from them. I love my family but I feel like they make me depressed sometimes. My little brother is a freshman and he is into football and basketball. I'm afraid that I'm going to miss the rest of his childhood for something that I'll end up regretting. I feel like I'm a baby bird that is watching everyone else fly off and I'm just peering over the edge of the nest looking at the drop and how far I could fall if I don't fly. The number one thing I fear is being poor, the second is never finding someone to start a family with. I feel like I might be passing up on the option to meet someone in college. I've never had a boyfriend before. I have a cat and she's already 8 years old, i don't want her to die while I'm off in the military. I had 2 cats but her son has already passed away. I just want to find happiness, I don't have the motivation to do the dishes, and I just cleaned my room after like 4 monthes(I don't eat in my room). I feel like I'm going in a downward spiral. I'm starting to crave freedom, but I'm too afraid be on my own. I also think that the reason I'm fighting with my family a lot more is because of wanting to be free but being too afraid of actually being free so I lash out because my mom still treats my like a child. I'm getting a car soon so I think it should be better after that. Sorry for dumping all of this on you guys but I feel like I'm lost. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@thelonewolf9216]

Also if anyone is curious, I want to join the Marines.

[@MadWolf1980xxx]

Idk, a lot of people these days have to choose between Military, or a minimum wage job, living with parents. Anything's better than that! Lol.

[@ethannavarre-cantrell6748]

With some creativity and sacrifices there are other options

[@MadWolf1980xxx]

@@ethannavarre-cantrell6748 yeah, no doubt. I didn't mean everybody. But there are A LOT of people that didn't take the college or entrepreneurial route after Highschool.

[@ethannavarre-cantrell6748]

@@MadWolf1980xxx yes, this is true

[@MattWard89]

Brings me back to the point of doing a job you WANT to do versus joining specifically for the money. If that's your driving reason, I'm just saying you are likely to be unhappy.

[@ethannavarre-cantrell6748]

@@MadWolf1980xxx id actually like to amend my earlier stantment. Thou I can agree that not everyone takes the college or the entrepreneurial route after highschool, that doesn't mean they are stuck working minimum wage jobs or going to college. There are people who sole job is to be someone's assistant and a lot of those jobs pay more then the minimum wage.then you have actors, singers, etc. not all of them need college or entrepreneurial skills to make a living in the world. And I'll even go a step further with that, the American Actor Chris Pratt. He grew up in Washington. State and has said he spent most of his time after highschool living out of a van in Hawaii working at restaurants to afford the necessities.

[@rasdawg9]

Don't really agree with #3. Some people come from horrible places. The catch is that if you do go in to get away from home make sure #4 is set up and you can get the job field you want.

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Early squad ayeee, great video Matt! Its important to share this information for folks who are 50/50 on joining, but do not know everything about it or joining for another reason than wanting to.

[@katelynns2039]

Louder for the people in the back🗣🗣 I think soo many people need to hear this!!! Many great points Matt, thanks for the video!!

[@ForTheCorps]

Great Video man! You definitely hit on some good points for sure! The Military is not for everyone and from what I've seen the ones that hated the Marine Corps were the ones that joined without really preparing for what life is like in the Military. At the end of the day its what you make of it. Sure, you'll have many difficult days and many days where you want to quit, but its in those tough times that you can really teach yourself to embrace the suck. That skill alone will benefit you tremendously when you decide to leave the military!

[@conjunctistamus6531]

I left for Fort Sill November 7th 1990. 13M MLRS. Separated October ‘94. Watching this and wondering where the past 26 years has gone. Good luck to all you who recently headed to basic or those of you heading out soon 👍

[@surialpaca6542]

Hey, I'm new to this channel. A couple weeks ago, after long pondering, I have decided to join the Air Force. I am currently waiting for my local recruiter to contact me in a few business days. I am nervous and excited at the same time. I'm nervous because I'm afraid the Air Force will reject me; I am excited because I'm tired of feeling stagnant growth wise in my life and I am having high hopes that the US military will change me for the better In short, my biggest "why" for the military is to achieve personal growth. I turn 22 years old next month and by this time next year, I am hoping to be a fresh new member of the USAF - or apart of any branch in general. I have a long journey ahead of me, but I think in the end, it'll be so worth it.

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Juice Box I wish you luck on your journey and hope you get whatever branch accepts you.

[@surialpaca6542]

@@thehonestbrian3609 Thank youuu 💗🙏🏿

[@ZumbieGuy]

There’s a lot of reasons not to join. You just don’t realize until you’ve been in haha

[@kingcarlos7048]

I think something people should consider are the length of deployments. The Army tends to have long deployments (12-14 months even) while the Marines have short deployments (4-6 months). A camp (USMC) is a short term stay compared to a fort (Army). If you're choosing between infantry for Army or Marines, think about the deployment lengths. Also realize that the Army is huge compared to the Marines, so if you go infantry in the Marines you'll most likely see combat, while a lot of Army infantry guys that I know never got sent to Iraq or Afghanistan; but national guard infantry guys that I know got deployed to the front lines in Afghanistan. Just something to think about.

[@garrettwilliams5340]

Heard this too

[@thecarolandcrew7503]

Leaving a week from today for Fort Leonard Wood as a 35P! Nervous but excited and I’ve been binging your videos all month!

[@thehonestbrian3609]

The Caroland Crew Good luck you got this!!

[@ashagayhall1374]

Leaving in a week for fort Leonard wood also as a 68c!!

[@thecarolandcrew7503]

Ashagay Hall maybe I’ll see you there!!

[@anacatu5900]

Back in 2000 I tried joining the military and thru 2 dep enlistments I was discharged because I didn’t have my diploma. But my main reason for going was the lifestyle that it provides and the structure that is there. When I tried in December ‘01 I had a bad headache and ended up in the hospital. They discharged me with an re3. I kept trying for another 7 years but had no luck in joining.

[@J_lifts18]

Bro to be honest I just don't know what to do in life. I just graduated two month ago enlisted fresh out of highschool. I just want to start a new life

[@TheTemp3zt]

I'm joining no matter what, I dedicated my life to this and I don't plan on turning back.

[@ceonate9456]

Valid valid points in my cast what about if I don’t know what I want to do at this point in my life and want something different and maybe become an independent person

[@SilverDragonEyess]

Get a warehouse job.

[@ceonate9456]

SilverDragonEyess definitely not

[@Logan-bq5wv]

​@@ceonate9456 Construction did it for me. Independence comes from you, the military only draws it out of you. Talk to a recruiter today (depending on the time where you live), take actual steps towards it and see how that feels.

[@ceonate9456]

Logan I have been talking to two recruiters active and the guards I’m thinking about just doing air national guard

[@dekaru4111]

Dont sign any contracts! See if they have an RSP(Recruit Sustainment Program) near you. If gives you a small glimpse of being a soldier. If that lifestyle is not for you, I recommend against it. If you like it and you're there just to try something new perhaps a short contract with the guard is the best bet for you. After that, which I'm sure the answer is obvious, if you still like it, extend your contract or if you dont, leave the military and keep trying new things.

[@paulgodbey304]

Also, do not join if your spouse wants some security for herself, but you don't really want to join. That's an unhappy situation.

[@calcrappie8507]

Don't join if researching the various MOS job descriptions is too much for you to be bothered with. This is especially important if you score well on the test. This is your future. Take the time to look at your options.

[@504BlueDevil]

lol, why research MOS's? There is only one way to be a soldier, and 200+ ways to support him

[@dallasshannon7777]

I joined the Army in 1973, they had the draft and it got close to my birthday so I joined instead, and my dad could not believe it. I was born at Camp Roberts, Ca. in 1953 and my dad was the company commander for basic training. I grew up as an Army brat and knew what I was getting into. Everything is true what Matt says. I went in fat and hated to run, they made me a road-guard and I could not do pushups, so they had me do sit-ups and I also all the road-guards had to run with the drill instructors at nighttime.

[@dekaru4111]

I agree and disagree with joining to get away from problems. I agree if it's short term it's probably not a great idea but in my case, I joined because I didnt like the idea of my single parent(who btw was already struggling to pay the bills) paying for my tuition when I didnt care about school. Here I am 4 years later in my last semester of undergrad without my parent's help. I'll admit that the military isnt for everyone but definitely consider the circumstance behind it before joining.

[@Redlegfo]

Look served 8 years active duty, and the only reason I joined was to get away from my dying father my overbearing mother and to see the world. Went to Iraq Korea and Afghanistan. Best choice of my life.

[@travisdavis9660]

ANDREW MOXON 💯💯💯

[@miketuli88]

you have the Circle A patch on your wall, 3rd Army, my Combat Patch earned in Somalia 1993, Patton's Army, I am very proud of earning that patch til this day, and was my combat patch of choice when I served.

[@rascal0175]

Be aware that there is very little to no privacy. If you are a loner or very introverted you may not enjoy the experience.

[@AlystraCurrentlyAFK]

Introvert here! Thanks for saying this, i heard about that but needed more info lol.

[@rascal0175]

@@AlystraCurrentlyAFK Some soldier’s lead, others follow. The army is a structured team. You will need to adapt. I did it and I’m at the end of the introvert scale.

[@AlystraCurrentlyAFK]

@@rascal0175 leading, following, neither are very fun for me but if I joined the military I’d probably rather just follow

[@rascal0175]

@@AlystraCurrentlyAFK Ahhh, well, that’s the key. Not everyone is suited to the military. Among other things, some folks don’t seem to grasp that they are there to fight. On the plus side, you would certainly grow with your experiences.

[@AlystraCurrentlyAFK]

@@rascal0175 I feel conflicted honestly, two of my great-grandparents served in the military, my cousin serves, my dad almost joined, I want to join. But I’m still stuck on a few concerns

[@anakinvandyke]

I’m considering joining because I’m just super bored and disappointed with what my life is. I’m not trying to get away from anything or anybody I just want excitement of some kind. Could that be a bad reason?

[@dylansamv7827]

Thank you for these videos, I have 2 kids and a wife I go to talk to my recruiter this Tuesday. I feel like the money one you possibly noted out kinda applies aside from I'm hoping not only for the pay but to make something my kids and wife can be proud off. Anyways just wanted to say thank you for giving perspective

[@richardmercado6285]

I’m the same I have three kids I’m 29, thinking of joining, idk if it will fill the void or not though, I’m having doubts about joining, plus not knowing your deployment schedule also is a bummer

[@mando2.049]

Did either of you guys join I’m 23 with a wife and 2 4 month old babies. If so was it worth it?

[@thebeastyx1025]

Hey matt your videos have helped me out a lot! With how I’ve been so curious about basic and the ups and down with the army, the army is something that is a must for me haha

[@Kk..luv1]

I’ve always wanted to join the army since I was a kid, i never knew why? I guess I just thought it was cool and I could be helping the world. The more I grow up the more i want to join! And yet i don’t have an exact reason why? I know I wanna help my country, i know I wanna make sure my family will be safe and I personally am obsessed with this kind of field and it first started out with me wanting to become an fbi agent or police officer..? The more I think about it the more I wonder am I even qualified to start a dream i had since a kid? And I’m always been so interested in joining! For awhile I’ve been like needing good in my life..So this video honestly opened a lot of thoughts! Thank you.

[@travisg9294]

I would've survived the Army if I had done some important things before being shipped there or had joined earlier. I should've aggressively exercised every single day for the two months before going to basic. I went to training unhealthy and the struggles resulted in my injury and later a medical discharge. I enlisted into a very physically demanding MOS 19 Delta Scout. If I had gone at any other time I would've not been subjected to the extreme abuse, it was EXTREME! I received extreme hazing and physical abuse when serving in a company that was accused and charged for abuses during a jag trial. You probably enlisted after 2007 when the Army got serious about rectifying this issue, but in 2001, it was BAD!

[@matthewdelk5729]

I just enlisted as a scout. I still have till May so I will keep this in mind and make sure to get in shape.

[@dredheadluna420]

thank you for your service

[@SteezySquirel]

Listen to this man, joined for the wrong reason and now I feel stuck. It's right for some people, for others not so much. I'm trying to get out but definitely take your time and make sure you know what the hell you're doing.

[@raventazz22]

Even if you joined for the wrong reasons, you can still make the most of it by either taking classes for college, learning about trades, or perhaps even cross train while you're still in. Take advantage of your opportunities while they're available and perhaps it will help you to become unstuck.

[@marymiller9833]

I was Navy myself a Gunners Mate Guns, I would advise those who maybe on the fence about which branch to join or not join, if you have a problem being wet, cold, hot, don't like ships, the ocean, salt water, and the idea of being deployed at sea, you may want to refrain from joining the Navy, the Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard.

[@ocpofficialrep7026]

ONLY join the military if these 2 things apply to you: * Can't go to a trade school * Can't go to college

[@Me-eb3wv]

💯

[@rafaldorian5908]

Im turning 18 this month and want to have a future but the fact that i will be gone for 4 years scares me and i dont know what to do

[@danieldinnell4944]

Billions go to other countries, yet no pay raises for military . . . old veteran

[@BlackstarSI]

Another reason: If you have the type of “rebellious” mindset? Definitely rethink your decision. What I mean by that is that the military restricts you a lot on individual freedom. You’re essentially living your life day to day based on someone else’s ideals and you can’t do anything about it. Some like this and have no problem with it and that’s fine. But you have to know yourself before you join and realize that what you gain with the military, it also takes as well and it’s not something you can really change.

[@ET-ix9vo]

#3 is me I’m just bored af here in Texas lmao 😆

[@VivaLaGaming360]

Shipping to Fort Benning in a few weeks, your videos have been a huge help to prepare and relax, thank you!

[@kodijames5633]

This is how I am, I want to get away from where I’m at now BUT I wanted to join before this so I could have a career, free school, benefits, and a learning experience and a feeling of success and helpfulness, am I still wrong for enlisting? It’s not exactly because I want to get away but I want to experience new places 😌

[@benyusuf6873]

if your spouse is telling you not to join, and you do want to join then you should get rid of your spouse

[@JP-rf7px]

As a Viet Nam era vet, I would add three more; 6. If you are a person who is a "self starter" and does not like to take orders from others who may be intellectually inferior to you or your education level. Or if following obviously stupid orders that may get you killed bothers you. Especially if you are a college grad and a little older than most. 7. If you are not a "physical" person. If you spent your youth inside reading books or maybe building craft type projects. And were never interested in sports, hunting, hiking or outdoor activities, you probably won't do well. 8.If the idea of killing someone you don't know, maybe can't even see, or on the other hand, is waiting in the bush to kill you bothers you very much.

[@RedBoxCashier77]

What a difference 23 years makes. I joined in June of 2000 a few days after high school. With the exception of the reason not to join because of marriage ( I wasn't in a relationship), all the reasons you gave for not joining the Army are why I joined. What's the point of joining if you don't want to deploy? I deployed twice AND went to Korea for a year and a half. All in 8 years. If you're scared of hard work and getting your hands dirty, go get a desk job then.

[@crld1893]

Thank you for your service and yeah i think your absolutely right

[@AnthonyRivera1999]

*Casually bing watching Matt’s channel while trying to get in better shape for basic*

[@europeon2wheels89]

Don't worry, I gained 30 pounds in basic training while maintaining a 28 inch waist.

[@AnthonyRivera1999]

EuropeOn2Wheels My problem is weight loss, I have a hypoactive thyroid and it’s a bit difficult to lose the access weight. I think I’ve been making good progress though, at the beginning of this year I was roughly 295 lbs.Currently I’m 275 lbs and still dropping thankfully lol

[@ExquisiteEchoNow]

I start Basic Combat Training in Fort Jackson on February 18. Go Army !

[@shakurburton9358]

94F - if I do well in BCT & AIT, that'll be what I'm training for this September. My issue is doing well in AIT - those tests are gonna be brutal without material to study. BCT will be hardassed enough - FACT. I found a job I wanted to do, as it involves something in my career field (IT, PC Technician, Technicial Support). I know what fresh hell I'm in for - but I can't seem to find work where I live in IT, so this may just be the next best thing. Me and my sister were against it at first, but I came to my senses and realized I don't want to be working a low wage job forever. I hope I did the right thing in the end; or at least I don't die over these next 5+ years doing something for my career field (IT) that I actually can enjoy, honestly.

[@Kk_085]

I like your videos, but idk man, I have to disagree on some of these! I think getting away can be a good thing for some people! I'm former air force, current space force and I've encountered plenty of people who grew up in abusive homes, were around gangs/crime/hard drugs, and other toxic situations, and the air force+space force showed them that there's a way out. With the money thing, I agree that you shouldn't pick a job/sign your life away because of a signing bonus. It's better to find a career path that you enjoy rather than chasing the money. However, the military can definitely help you get ahead financially, and the steady paycheck is appealing to some people because there are plenty of a-hole bosses/companies in the civilian world who mess with people's hours/schedules and are cheapskates. Sure, we technically don't make a whole lot, but we definitely get to keep more of our money and ultimately, the military can help you get ahead financially if you play your cards right. Anyways, thanks for coming to my ted talk everyone! Great videos man, I just have a different point of view is all!

[@night-x6793]

My dad was going to join the military as a mechanic but luckily the recruiter was nice enough to warn that he might not get that type of job.

[@TAPATIOPLEASE]

Super motivated and determined to serve. These type of videos will not make me think twice. My minds made i leave next month.

[@dunexapa1016]

*YOU ARE SUPER BRAINWASHED. TELL ME THE NAME OF THE PERSON THAT WILL BE YOUR COMMANDER IN CHIEF.*

[@homhomasl2338]

My condolences

[@gracecommunityairsoft3255]

If you're significant other doesn't want you to do something YOU want to do, you probably shouldn't be in that relationship

[@artate92]

Waiting for my recruiter to get back to me for a MEPS date. 28, 0 kids, 0 wives. Navy. Thankfully I kept boxing and taking care of myself over the years, these younger guys come out of highschool out of shape i dont get it lol. But im excited. My biological dad was marines, mom was in navy until marrying my stepdad, stepdad was in the navy so i was moving around a lot growing up. Being in one spot doing the same routine everyday to me feels so uncomfortable. This is a great opportunity for me in my opinion, and I originally wanted to join when i graduated highschool but listened to my parents who think education is the only route to succeed. Im excited and ready for a new chapter in my life.

[@Mike-lh4wn]

As far as money...McD's pays more than the lower ranks. But you get free housing and three cooked meals per day. Free medical and dental care. All kinds of services for free. Posts may have golf course, racketball court, gym, library, stores, service garage equipped with tools and lifts to work on your own car, onbase colleges, and other stuff. And the opportunity for travel (sometimes to places you don't want to go). You won't get rich, but I always felt comfortable and well provided for. The security of a steady job. Wife and I had an onbase townhouse with small yard in a nice subdivision...all for free. BAQ allowance covered groceries at the nearby commissary. You could live with basically no expenses if you really wanted to.

[@Gandhi_Physique]

I bet you could end up quite wealthy with proper investing, just keep a little and invest most of the extra money.

[@mando2.049]

This is the comment I was looking for I have a wife and 2 kids I’m 23. Would you say joining would be wise ?

[@jonathanmendoza66]

Sup man keep up the good work

[@MattWard89]

Thank you!

[@Jj_fu]

Thanks for makin this video! I was done with my recruitment process and did the physical exam and this help me decide

[@Apache32D]

I joined for that sweet disability and ptsd with TBI on the side

[@Me-eb3wv]

Don’t forget a loose asshole 😼🙈

[@GiveMeLibertyOrGiveMeDeath147]

​@@Me-eb3wvthat's prison unless you're speaking metaphorically

[@madkhaliqfarhan]

I was asked to join mandatory military service on December 2018 (I was 17) but I refused to accept the offer! Thankfully, it was discontinued around August that year (I'm a Malaysian)!

[@hanginbangin]

Headed to Benning next week. Thanks for all the help Matt!!

[@sugarbella16]

Grastefen92 have fun at the hardest fort😂

[@hanginbangin]

Bella Fritz for sure lol

[@chrissolo3432]

See you there I go there February 4th fort benning

[@thehonestbrian3609]

Good luck you got this!!

[@4zap7]

I know this video is old but I see you still respond to questions In recent times . I’m 23 , a warehouse manager that makes decent pay and is by no means miserable but want to do something more with my life. I’ve explored other industries and careers but none have ever sparked that motivation to actively pursue long term. Seriously considering joining the army as a sort of nuclear option. It aligns with my values and is something I think I would benefit greatly from on a character level when it comes to discipline , health and other aspects I was never taught in my troubled youth. I’m not asking for someone to talk me out of it but I feel as if I am seeking it as a way out to some degree. I like to view it as a way forward for me on a personal level but would like to hear the wisdom from those who know what it’s really about like yourself. Nothing else is stopping me from making the decision except that concern , have not decided on any specific mos or path as of yet but am familiar with the recruitment process and would make it as streamlined as possible were I to make the choice to join

[@davidkyeacontent162]

If youre good with physics, calculus, and chemistry then do it. If not then idk if you'll make it.

[@thisguy1868]

2 years and 84 days left until I can Take this uniform off and never put it on again. Already have 4 years in, and there isn't enough paper in the world to print the amount of money it would take to get me to do it again.

[@phebebannister]

Spot on.. great vid Matt

[@thatguy7819]

Watch the news both during a war and during times of peace see the difference? Or remember what the news was like before times of peace.

[@dingomankam1845]

dont see a 82nd airborne patch im gonna have to get you one of those 💯

[@duckplaysairsoft7983]

Hey Matt. I have a question. I've always loved the Marine Corps. But I want to be able to help them, so become a Navy Corpsman. I dont know which of those to choose. Since I really like the uniforms of the Marines, but want to treat the marines as well. Any advice?

[@xylliiiking]

I. Wish I could post something disrespectful. But I'd be afraid to be put on a registry

[@OMGBecky4U]

4 years is EZ to be unhappy most don’t love it have to if military but all need it that’s a value god knows

[@oldreliable40]

@ saint bak! my advice git in shape! git with the program!, and do ur job! gud luck!

[@germanquinonez7661]

None of these apply to me cause I'm 18 and single asf rn and I really just spontaneously decided to join the army like a week ago and going to take my ASVAB test tomarrow

[@bothetinman772]

Deanooo 13F is where the party is at. But if you’re an emotional pussy, don’t be a 13F.

[@edoardogutierrez7786]

No freaking way I thought Matt had an infantry MOS. I’m also a 25 bravo I wanna know more about what he does at work now. I ship out in less than 2 weeks

[@shadowdeslaar]

I am a lazy, Arm chair general, Super Stoner who Smokes mountains of Snoop Dog sized Joints. Day upon day I do nothing major. I work at retail. I am happy. My relationship sucks. I have a baby. My life is kinda chaotic. I think if 4 years is gonna get me somewhere decent. Then I’d rather have decent then chaos.

[@redfarley7878]

I almost joined at 25 (29 now), but a friend of mine warned me of the payrate. I was going to go in anyways however I got into the welding industry where I still am and I have 2 kids and wife and I like spoiling all 3 of them, with vacations, I like taking my mother and step father to Hawaii, because they grew up extremely poor as I was as a child. So I want to take full advantage of having money and getting to spoil my family that once had to do without, and I couldn't do that in the military.

[@92powerdiesel61]

Can I got to a vocational school while in? Welding is a skill that I want to pick up as it has incredible usefulness.

[@redfarley7878]

@@92powerdiesel61 I have no idea man

[@edgperzyt2910]

Fort Jackson July 6th ❤️

[@ramirobarajas96]

EdgPerzYT I’m taking the PicaT right now in 15 minutes. If I go in July 6th I might see you ! 😎

[@edgperzyt2910]

Ramiro Barajas goodluck bro !!

[@josephlafrance334]

I enlisted in 85 but got divorced but stayed til 92 . Remarried in 2001 2 weeks before 9/11 re-enlisted soon after wife was 100 % behind me was on the fence but she could see I wanted to and said go for it. Plus while at fort Lewis found out she was pregnant with our 2nd child ( he’s 18 now a senior in high school ) . Going on 21 yrs married now. Not for everyone I agree takes a big commitment.

[@WhoputhisXhere]

I joined back in May of 2019, completed my basic training, and literally 3 days before graduation they started my medical discharge process because I screwed my foot up on the Forge (which I finished with a fractured ankle, proud of that I guess). February 6th is the earliest date I can go back, but at this point, they might not even allow me to re-enlist, because of the severity of my condition. Here’s to hoping!

[@antonizuri7887]

I want to join the canadien army but we have a farm and I want to be able to work our family farm and I don’t know what tu do

[@anotherkindking7830]

Basically go there for the life. Not for anything else necessarily.

[@beanbagger2774]

I've been in for 6 months and I'm active duty. Really regretting that right now because I miss home more than ever.

[@RASTA-y3p]

How're you bro

[@tyler4475]

I’ve had a hard time with wanting to join, because of religious reasons, family repercussions, and moral objections. Even with all that though, I feel like it’s just the right thing for me to do. It’s simple, hard yet rewarding, and there is that sense of brotherhood. I always thought if I was gonna go in I wanted to be one of the best, so I want to try and be a ranger/airborne.(always liked planes/wanted to skydive.) I wouldn’t want just a regular job in the army, I want the adventure and excitement like that.