The TRUTH About Me Leaving The Navy...

[@squalli1297]

Things have changed a lot since I left the Navy 45 years ago. Back then, I went where I was assigned & hurried up to wait. The pay wasn't all that great for enlistees. I wasn't sent where I wanted to go & served in a war (Viet Nam) that made no sense. During Sea Duty, I worked a regular 8 hour shift+2 4Hr. watches 7 days a week. While in port, I had to leave the ship (or hide) to be "off duty" or found myself on some work detail. Before the Internet, we wrote & received a lot of letters-making long distance calls from phone booths were expensive. Finding out that a shipmate's wife wasn't standing on the pier waiting when deployment ended was crazy. I've learned a lot about stability, but needed to be in control of my own life. It's good to know you are in control of yours.

[@GodGunsGills]

They used to try and make us do those work details while off duty!!! I wasn't going for that!

[@thealliedspy4170]

@@GodGunsGills They still do, even in the Air Force! The base Wi-Fi died and a volunteer event (moving old stuff outta tents) became mandatory. I got bitched at, moved ONE locker then got "lost" walking to the drop site. I'm not doing that after fixing trucks for 12 hours in the desert heat.

[@Dirtboxhor]

What you said about after getting out, missing the people and lifestyle in general is spot on accurate. I was on USS Columbus SSN 762 outta Pearl. Didn't like it much then but I really miss it now.

[@BADDASILK]

I was on the USS IWO JIMA LHD7 yo & hated that mf, much looking back, that hate made me love the experiences that helped me grow! Good times

[@GodGunsGills]

@@BADDASILK facts

[@BADDASILK]

@@GodGunsGills you were on there too bro?

[@GodGunsGills]

@@BADDASILK FFG29 you know! Best crew in the entire Navy!

[@GodGunsGills]

@@BADDASILK facts and hating it while in, and realizing how much you loved it when out.

[@michaelthomas5140]

I recently retired and plan on starting a channel. Your channel will do good because you have a unique experience getting out. I served in both active Army and Navy and did about a year in the Reserves too. It’s great to have experience and perspective. Keep up the awesome content Shim!!

[@OfficialShim]

waiting on the channel boss! 2 branches is CRAZY can't wait to hear some stories!!

[@michaelthomas5140]

@@OfficialShim lol. Yeah some crazy stuff for sure, like watching one of my guys slap a Kaki @ beer on the pier during a deployment. Keep that hustle bro!

[@trinajohnson6540]

Proud of you, Hashim! ❤

[@cherishadams1926]

Big shoutout to bro I appreciate the advice you’ve given me going into the military and even now you being a vet go up gang😤

[@clintalanhayden]

A very smart insight to saving money and investing while you are in the military. Great job Shim. I live about two miles from the front gate of NAS Pensacola. I was stationed at NAS Pensacola on the USS Forrestal CV-59 and did two med cruises on her in 89 and 91. Glad to see that you are doing well after the Navy.

[@latonyawilliams2891]

2 years I’ve been watching you ! I hope everything turns out awesome for you shim and Your hank you for your service! My son is in AIT right now National Guard

[@RedPillSailor]

Thank you for the update and best wishes Bro! I watched a lot of your content before going in and you're still dropping gems. I'm looking forward to more of your content on the veteran & personal development side. Much love & respect. 💯💪🏾

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks Boss💪🏽 We going to the top💯

[@bluetankman1]

Bro, I'm a Navy Veteran from the 80's, I spent 6 years on active duty, but when I got out in 1986, there were no jobs. I immediately missed the Navy, mainly for the personnel that I was around, which led me into going into the reserves. For me, the reserves was a mistake, because, well you don't live the military full time. I went into law enforcement which for me was the best way to integrate into the civilian world.

[@jojo-dtspcason5204]

Hi Shim. I’ve been rocking with you for 3 years. Keep up the good work. Stay Official. 🧡

[@pluglife7381]

Dude what’s crazy is I watched ur videos as I was joining But I didn’t know where you were I’m currently CVN 76... and let’s Just say I’m watching this for a reason!

[@GodGunsGills]

I went up to D.C. to sit on my own board! I was on limdu for about 3 years!!!! Served my first 3 years clean though

[@connerguy2441]

Still rocking in Pcola for school. I watched your videos way back before joining and it's really helped me improve myself while Im in. I got more insight upon how to do better in the Navy!

[@thirdgen377]

Nice. Went to school there in 2007 for fuels training as an ABF. Take advantage of that museum on base, they have a pretty nice bar in there.

[@connerguy2441]

@@thirdgen377 Im studying here for the PR rate. I go to the Museum for volunteer hours, its pretty nice!

[@ZayCoolLife]

Been rocking since December 2019 💯 keep going up

[@thynErro]

Got through boot only to have a stress induced seizure on the way to A School lol. It was real, it for sure changed me, but my time was short. My body was just like nah bro lol. Glad to hear your story, and the inspiration you give to future sailors and other shipmates!

[@OfficialShim]

dang bro that was a sign I'm glad you're okay tho!

[@GodGunsGills]

Damn, I hope you cool. Are you old bro

[@thynErro]

@@GodGunsGills Not old, but yeah I'm doing a lot better now.

[@GodGunsGills]

@@thynErro praise God on doing better!

[@NoahFerg14]

Been subscribed for a year or two now just got to my first command last week. Before I joined your video have helped a lot glad you’re doing good bro! Keep it up!

[@imo-myjewell-4078]

Hey Shim, I’ve been watching you for 2 years now…I always enjoy your videos…keep up the good work!

[@stefanmccrae]

My boy got in a car accident back in 2019 and his back got messed up. Since then he’s been waiting on a med board. Hes getting out next week lol. The process takes forever!

[@OfficialShim]

More like ETERNITY 😂

[@yashpyles7527]

Been here since 20 thousand subscribers

[@beplatinum2014]

Our thoughts about financial independence had to be way different. And everyone’s dreams and goals are.

[@Giopowered]

Currently in yokosuka. Love it

[@anthonyadams2721]

Hey man I been watching your videos now for a minute, the first one I think I saw was when you did a tour of barracks room back in P-cola. I think it was ATT you were there for the time, but I been in the Navy now for about 2 years now. I appreciate your videos though and whenever I find down time I watch whatever you drop. Thank you fellow sailor.

[@DieselDinero]

Thanks for your service brother 🙏 I'm going to the navy next year I been watching your navy videos for a while now

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks boss for all the support it goes a long way!

[@Joshdifferent]

Damn that’s wild! I got scoliosis as well. I’m trying to join the navy. We shall see

[@beplatinum2014]

I personal don’t miss it.

[@ZENEZ]

This was such a good refreshing video !! That personal development idea is gonna be golden for your channel ! Keep up the amazing content ! 👏🏽

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks Sis!

[@prescottosegie]

Thank you for sharing your story thank you for your service shim💪🏾💯 keep up the awesome work

[@911babygoat]

I’m actually trying to become an AC myself. Good video.

[@isaiasrodriguez1472]

Ohh man I am so excited! I am shipping out on July 25th.

[@jeremiah1165]

I appreciate the advice I’m thinking of enlisting after high school but I have to lose a lot of weight first so it might be later this year

[@OfficialShim]

You can do whatever you put your mind to boss! Keep us updated on your journey

[@thirdgen377]

Nah, join anyway. Your recruiter will put you in a pre-bootcamp regimen where you'll go workout together and they'll help you lose weight before you ship off. They're very good at motivating and will make sure you put in 100%. (IF you get a recruiter that actually wants you to succeed, watch out for recruiters who have a 'don't-give-a-shit' attitude. They just want their quotas reached.

[@2102-b9m]

I would watch your shit before I joined , just graduated boot camp in November and I’m undes airman so I’m already here on the Nimitz and dawg living on the ship is not it 🤣

[@OfficialShim]

Ship life sucks yeah bro just gotta get the quals up for barracks or hit E5😂

[@labrialowe7380]

That’s crazy I was on the Truman and just re-enlisted. Gonna be on shore duty in Pensacola. Thank you for sharing! Happy new year and I hope and pray u feel better and heal ❤️

[@OfficialShim]

It’s like we swapped lives😂 and thank you 🙏🏽

[@theblackknight9783]

I’m still in the Navy, but at my second command now. I hated the my first ship so, much it disgusted me to the stomach just looking at it sometimes. But now I actually miss that ship.

[@Cj-ws9fw]

That’s how I feel about my ship right now lol. Been here over a year, and dreading shore duty every day. I feel like I’ll miss it when I leave too

[@josevega-barrera7295]

Currently waiting for my second round of MEPS, failed cause of my hearing. You hyped me up for the Navy so I’m ready, thank you for your service sir

[@joshjacquez923]

It sucks bro don’t join lol if u can’t get into the Air-force don’t do it

[@josevega-barrera7295]

@@joshjacquez923 thank you for the advice, but I have my heart set out on the navy

[@fullsey1326]

@@josevega-barrera7295 dont listen to this guy everyone has different experiences. Im an EM for 8 years in the navy lol

[@righteousannt5569]

Love bro , u helped me a lot been watching since 2018

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks boss! Love y’all more man💪🏽

[@danteriche1629]

you one of the reasons I’m enlisting 💀

[@fybgreen4046]

same

[@OfficialShim]

You got the torch boss💪🏽

[@xogucciiano1307]

shxt crazy, i was watchin yo videos since b4 i joined, and i ended up on the Reagan out here in japan, as a OS, so we kinda work wit the ACs in a way... the navy love force feeding that FDNF life to ya, but salute to ya big bra for giving me some insight before i even stepped foot in japan. It really did help.

[@ariywilkes]

Not me watching this video 👀 IN PENSACOLA lol imma PR, you dead ass the reason I joined the navy LOWKEY🎶

[@thirdgen377]

Don't tell them you smoked weed either or you'll never get to go to the west coast. I was too honest and naive at the time and I admitted to it, they disqualified me from being based in the Pacific.

[@beanteam2217]

Why west coast?

[@Derr1ck_yt]

@@beanteam2217 it’s legal there

[@njpme]

Damn didn't know that was a thing

[@xulxy5064]

Crazy I watched your videos when you were in and ended up going to the same duty station

[@missytopnotchboss2663]

I watched your videos a lot and I love your content! I’m shipping out next month as a GSE. I’m a girl btw😁❤️

[@OfficialShim]

proud of you sis, thanks for all the support!

[@f4yg020]

Vid go crazy as usual 💯💯💯

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks boss!

[@paidmembers5547]

Them folks went crazy when you was in PrisonCola I seen you out there bout march-April . You was on the forEX tip

[@OfficialShim]

yeah bro we was having a good time, should've pulled up on me bro!

[@samanthadixon8433]

Been Subbed Since 2019 🥳

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks for all the support Samantha🙏🏽

[@314tactal_]

I’m in Pensacola FL rn station here I work security at the gates as well

[@flightembam7640]

W shim. Love you bro 👊

[@OfficialShim]

Love y’all too man💯

[@TTTEEBBYY]

Im getting out soon. I went to a-school wid chu . Mad luv💯💯

[@marcmeinzer8859]

The problem with the navy is that they want you to do the same thing for your entire 20 years or at least remain within the same rating. I got kicked out for: (1) dropping out of OCS Newport, RI after just 3 days so chicken shit was it then, (2) I got kicked out of alcohol rehab by my counselor for ridiculing another patient for asking him a stupid question in group therapy or “what did he think about people who like to trash hotel rooms like rock stars do “???, then (3) for turning in a chit declaring I was no longer a volunteer for submarine duty and getting a navy doctor of the rank of full commander to endorse that by writing “remove from submarines” in my medical file. Two months later I was processed out without a word of explanation from anyone as to why I wasn’t simply transferred to surface craft being a QM3 at the time. Once out I took my transcript of sea service to the Coast Guard and got sworn in as a merchant seaman and issued a merchant mariner’s document good for all unrated jobs in all three departments. Eventually I got upgraded to AB/Lifeboatman and started shipping out aboard US flag merchant vessels after I got tired of teaching high school. I eventually was awarded the merchant marine expeditionary medal for participating in the military sealift in support of US and allied forces in southwest Asia during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

[@Jabarikjay]

Love the video brother!

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks Brodie 💪🏽 You the Truth!💯

[@skyyjanaescott167]

Im in the navy they navy ok but the people can make your experience so bad if your chain of command on some bullshit !

[@OfficialShim]

All facts sis

[@MrMatt-kj3rr]

You've inspired me to join the Navy! I'm on my way to joining right now. I've just got to collect various documentation and study math a bit more. My test asvab score was 47 without studying so I'm basically there! My recruiter is amazing too. Thanks for the content, Shim! Keep it official 💯 💪👊

[@thirdgen377]

I recommend getting a higher score than that.

[@thirdgen377]

Not trying to be a jerk with that statement either, was being genuine about that score. The ASVAB has everything to do with your experience and what you will be doing for your first few years if you decide to leave the rate. But I wish I had a higher score and I felt I had to say something.

[@kimelneil6154]

Your recruiter is not your friend bro remember that. His job is to get you to join that’s it

[@MrMatt-kj3rr]

@@thirdgen377 I plan on scoring at least a 55 on my next test. I'll have to give myself more time to study. Because of my GED I need to score at least 50 points.

[@MrMatt-kj3rr]

@@kimelneil6154 I understand. But he has been genuinely helpful and responsive to all of my questions. I'm just grateful to have found a recruiter who doesn't seem to be an inconsiderate jerk.

[@fadelmuthana]

Thank you for your service. That’s a wild story. Thank you for your video. Helps a lot. What do you say about the chaplain service branch of the navy. Just wondering if you any experience with them or have people who you can hook me up with. As always ✊🏼

[@OfficialShim]

To be a chaplain you have to be a officer, every chaplain I’ve met is always a very cool down to earth person. Keep me updated or if you have any questions I can help with💪🏽

[@spasplash156]

Do it

[@kk54017]

I'm a service connected navy veteran USS GUAM LPH 9 Norfolk I served in both deck and air department

[@TheKodaRiley]

You said Truman and I cringed. Hated that place 😂

[@aidenmack5045]

Good video

[@iamzhonte]

I’m supposed to be joining the navy really soon. I’m nervous asf I need advice !

[@pr3ttypimpcess]

Advice on trying to stack $100K by the end of a 4 year enlistment? Or should I just sign for 6 w/ a big sign on bonus?

[@omari7877]

Save and invest

[@Artsho290]

I’m in Yokosuka now 😂

[@FvtzGerald]

💪🏿

[@sevenswrld6368]

I’m in the army ait rn and so far I haven’t liked it my experience wasn’t good

[@nachumrenfrow7185]

How was your Chain of Command?

[@johathanmuniz7682]

Bro I just came from Yokosuka lmao USS MUSTIN

[@OfficialShim]

I miss the Honch bro lol

[@nnnt983]

lmao during MEPs i tried to be an air traffic controller but i couldn’t bc i found out i was colorblind, ended up choosing AZ and 4 years later now im a 2nd class lookin back and being glad i chose what i chose and now i look at being colorblind as a blessing bc if i didn’t pick AZ i prolly woulda dropped out as an AC😂. all things aside, keep up the fire vids bro💪 p.s. the AZ job is cool and all, it is a chill job but like most people will say, its not anything super cool or crazy. just a relax desk job with high advancement quotas the way that i look at it😂 anyone reading this trying to figure out what job you want all i can say is just ask around especially people that are already in bc they have a completely different perspective on all the rates when you actually in and see/work with all them rates as opposed to being a civilian not knowing shit about any of the jobs

[@OfficialShim]

Yeah bro they literally just GAVE me AZ3 I didn’t even take the test lol when I was on the ship it was like 70-80% to 2nd like that’s almost like GM😂

[@thirdgen377]

@@OfficialShim I remember when I was in from '07-'12 on the Truman, my rate (ABF) was virtually closed for 4 out of the 5 years I served, and I didn't make ABF3 until six months before my time was up. By then though I was fed up with the job, the people and the politics of it all. I never even got paid as a petty officer because of the six month probation period lol. Glad I served but no way I was doing it for 20.

[@cainegarcia2937]

Say algorithm one more time…

[@Grimzleyy]

I had to reclass to AZ. Right now any one who drop their rate becomes an AZ right now

[@Chosen1Crown]

I’m a ABE ...Life is hard for me .. I’m trying to cross rate 💯 Arresting Gear .. smh

[@OfficialShim]

I feel you bro, definitely hard days 💪🏽

[@yuli905]

How long did you do the navy for ?

[@ChrisJones-ps6vw]

Big fan and love what you have done. One piece of advice from a former enlisted sailor - get an education!

[@ash2official336]

Pro & Con Veteran Edition

[@OfficialShim]

*Takes screenshot*

[@justachipn3039]

This old NAVY Vet says, if you're in STAY IN and try for retirement !!! U B set for life and do whatever !!! The very BEST part, FREE Medical for LIFE !!! Piss on Medicare and all the BS parts crap !!! Just wish I could get back all the money I paid into Medicare !!!

[@joshjacquez923]

Fuck no the Military was for him but there’s plenty people who have far more success out of the Navy don’t listen to that crap

[@justachipn3039]

@@joshjacquez923

[@Joski3TV]

That boy getting paid off that VA

[@justinbrown5722]

Ij left Pensacola lls oh and imma Abe bro😂😂

[@powerbad696]

Dude you need to put a medical claim in at your local V.A. hospitol ASAP!!! Join the VFW at the V.A. center near you.they'll put the claim in for you for free and it's free to join.You can also join your nearest Navy Reserve unit and get a check for drilling one weekend a month and 2/3 weeks annual training.With that back issue making you unfit for active navy,you can recieve compensation from the V.A. SEMPER-FI.

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks for the insight bro!

[@fybgreen4046]

what’s some advice you would give someone that plan on doing the regular 4 year contract and getting out?

[@OfficialShim]

I like that lowkey as a video idea👀 anybody else?

[@f4yg020]

@@OfficialShim Yessir, that my plan too I'm tryna see your thoughts

[@v3llio]

@@OfficialShim plz bro make that video i wanna be a nvay diver but the 6 year enlistment looking crazy

[@coriestyle6744]

@@OfficialShim Definitely

[@brittanyjtaylor2638]

Is there a waver for pre existing condition? Ex cardiac

[@OfficialShim]

You should talk to a recruiter I’m not 100% sure it’s a case by case basis

[@mspeaches351]

Thank You for your service!!! Whn u signed ur contract did it say 8yrs total with 4yrs active & other 4 lingering in case they need you during tht last 4 inactive?

[@OfficialShim]

yeah I was immediately confused like what 8 years?! lol

[@Supernecesary]

Do you have to be buff to join the Navy? I’m tall and skinny? Gotta add more weight

[@corinnec3095]

I really wanna be in the navy but I got a spinal fusion because of my scoliosis. What are the chances of them letting me serve?

[@Ms.Opinionated]

Why didn't you apply to be ATC with FAA?

[@abdiasjr1685]

Hey man I’m trying to join the navy and I wanted to see if you can talk about them paying for housing and the benefits u get if you are married and have a daughter

[@wilhelmrogue1]

What did u get out as, E4 or E5?

[@OfficialShim]

They gave me E4 on my way out the door because I had just got a rate

[@DoTheBartMan100]

Were you undes or were you tryna switch rates?

[@omari7877]

How much were u able to save when u got out?

[@kevonyeayes1000]

What’s a decent amount of money to have saved up prior to getting out

[@OfficialShim]

at least $30-40k depending on when you start but not just money in a savings account let its worker you in some investments

[@coriestyle6744]

Hey, is the covid vaccine required to join the military right now? I did some research but it’s not as clear

[@andrewclarke3511]

yh it is

[@BADDASILK]

Yeap that's why I left my g

[@OfficialShim]

I believe so, I think most government jobs require it now

[@danieljbruso]

Wait - KZbin logarithm?

[@SlugSage]

Bruh 😂

[@TalayshaRoss]

The day you got I I. was going in lol

[@OfficialShim]

you got the watch! lol

[@TalayshaRoss]

The boot camp watch yep 😂😂😂you should talk abt SAPR things. I’m going through a very toxic and difficult situation. And no one is really helping me honestly, I may have to go all the way to the CO to be heard.

[@samrawitkenfe2876]

do you plan to go back in the military soon if ur back gets fixed?

[@samurai_knight7779]

Nice hoodie. What brand is it?

[@OfficialShim]

Thanks bro & polo Ralph Lauren

[@samurai_knight7779]

Ah Thanks!

[@09oliviamatts]

I’m currently AF.. is there a way I can personally message you.. I got a question

[@OfficialShim]

My Instagram is Official.Shim

[@rtox99]

You getting that VA money? 💰 🤑

[@OfficialShim]

Yeah like $300 a month 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@rtox99]

@@OfficialShim That's better than nothing. I thought They would've gave you more for your back.

[@kk54017]

If you ever want to go back to sea the merchant marine is waiting for you

[@edisongeul2454]

Idk if anyone will respond but if your on the ship can you just carry your phone around and take pictures?

[@OfficialShim]

Yeah you can

[@edisongeul2454]

@@OfficialShim omg thanks for responding i have literally watched all your vids in the past 4 days and now I’m really interested in joining the navy I thought ab it before but now Ik for sure.

[@f0Id]

no cap

[@careemjohnson3550]

Did they give you a Administrative discharge or Honorable Discharge

[@OfficialShim]

Honorable

[@careemjohnson3550]

@@OfficialShim that's good

[@blaisedeaidre2363]

lmaoooo not you ordering them on amazon

[@GodGunsGills]

Medical Board!!!!

[@markdiaz9080]

can i know what is your rate? thanks

[@OfficialShim]

I was undesignated for 90% of my contract then AZ

[@kitten103083]

We’re you ever deployed? If u got hurt in the navy - please contact the Dav so u can get a VA claim started.

[@OfficialShim]

Yes ma’am I’ve been on 3 deployments fwd deployed! And I currently have 30% service connected for my injuries thank you!!

[@kitten103083]

@@OfficialShim awesome big up!

[@GodGunsGills]

I hated the navy when I was in!!! I miss that shit, and I've been out since 2009