Why I Quit Special Forces | Former Green Beret

Why I Quit Special Forces | Former Green Beret
This video is about why I quit Special Forces and moved on.
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Buck

[@FNGACADEMY]

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[@riverg.3466]

Dude, you look almost identical to my dad. U might be my brother no joke.

[@toddjenest3212]

Love your videos!!! Thank you for your elite service and all that you do for us. Hoooooah!!!

[@nkristianschmidt]

gets boring bcs u are too smart and wilful

[@williamdarcy3683]

People who are attracted to SF are usually introspective, disciplined and searching for deeper meaning in their life experiences. Military is great, but there is more to life. A warriors life is dynamic and requires constant challenge. Eventually you grow out of your ego and desire to dominate and find the full experience of being a human being through love, children, and community.

[@zatoby6705]

Seeing the absolute worst that life and especially war has to offer has got to be a humbling experience.

[@brimac58]

William, what a profoundly intelligent and insightful statement.

[@thewatcher4552]

William an Marine OIF, OEF veteran couldn't have said it better myself!! I simply outgrew the military and wanted more. Life has chapters they began and end.

[@johnnytrujillo7725]

Very well put!

[@jfkubissa2920]

SOF guys are also much more sensitive to novel stimuli which is why we are so much more adaptable than the average person. Of course, the negative to that is our comfort zone is often not having a comfort zone. After about three years, I've found I need a change or I get unhappy. And you'll see many SOF guys constantly seeking out new experiences right when a normal person would be getting comfortable.

[@eriksixx1226]

I was a Marine for 6 years. When my contract was up I left. You didn't quit bro, you did your time. 👍🇺🇸

[@evilchaperone]

Semper Fi. Exactley right. Punched that ticket for Uncle Sam. That's what counts.

[@duaneacarterii]

Big facts

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

I was thinking the same thing when you said "quit". Quit doesn't seem like the right word. You could have stayed longer but you didn't.

[@TimRHillard]

Right on! I did my four year stint, and honorable discharge. I went and graduated college. Had a really successful business career, family, multiple mortgages, the whole thing. Honestly though, I miss it. I miss the guys, I miss doing cool stuff. I don't miss the bs for sure. Anyway, thanks for your service brother.

[@Whiskey.Tango.Actual]

You're still a Marine, bro. Yut

[@tokyosan7906]

If you fulfilled your contract, you didn't quit!

[@ChiIeboy]

Agreed. Leaving is not necessarily quitting.

[@strueskills]

he stoped after the contract he says quit cause it was special forces he could stayed in the military .. right i mean i think thats why he used quit

[@emanuelruiz6676]

Facts

[@commiesnzombies]

1 year in the military is like 3 years in civilian life on your mind, body, mental health...one of the happiest days of my life is when i turned in all my equipment, got my papers stamped, and walked out the door

[@nocomment1212]

roger that

[@Skaggs666]

I was naval special operations. I eventually got married, had children, got a software engineering degree and I just got tired. I got (really badly) hurt twice and knew that I wouldn’t have my edge forever. I asked for a training position and it wasn’t available when it was reenlistment time. So I left active, got a software job and joined the guard as a 25N (blue to green). At that point I didn’t feel like I had anything more to prove. I get to teach soldiers how to shoot and I really love training the young shooters out there but MY longing for the fight has evaporated. I love living in the ‘burbs with my family and working from home and “just being in the guard”. I haven’t fired a shot in anger in years now and hope that day never comes again. To all the young guys out there ready to fight, fight to win but don’t feel like being a warrior is all you are. Much love for this guy telling it like it is. Looking back, I don’t regret a single thing, it made me a great man and an even better father. I approach my marriage, my children and my civilian career with the same tenacity as I approached the military with and my spirit has never let me down. Best of luck to you guys.

[@Juandinggong]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@CarmenSanata]

Amen to you Mike. I'm glad everything has worked out for you

[@ericj6636]

Thank you so much, both for your service and your humanity

[@raphaelmotta7630]

Sir, I can't thank you enough for this comment. It was a childhood dream of mine to be a special operator and I couldn't even join the armed forces due to a severe scoliosis. I've allways felt like I didn't prove myself, like I was less as a man, but I'm slowly learning to prove myself in other ways and be a contributing member of society in the best way I can. Glad you're doing well and thank you for your service. Btw sorry if this was cheezy in any way, it just hit me in a very peticuliar spot with the whole proving yourself thing.

[@davidpierce9949]

What did u do in the Navy?

[@jonathanbrown1988]

He’s describing a work place, just like any other in this regard: most people don’t leave their jobs, they leave their bosses.

[@FNGACADEMY]

very true

[@pikiwiki]

ho ho ho. think you nailed it

[@jsf8145]

Nothing worse than driving into a gray cloud every day to work directly for an arrogant narcissistic TOXIC boss. Life is too short to subject yourself to that BS everyday. Software Engineering degree and working remote seems to be the way to go in today's world infested with narcissism.

[@monk729]

Why I'm quitting my job

[@joeblow9657]

@@FNGACADEMY This was me when I worked at a grocery store. Coworkers were pretty good but management sucked and never did anything to make it a better place to work.

[@marcuspayne9744]

Whether you do 4 years or 25 years on active duty, you served, doesn't matter. Thank you for your service Green Beret, and I really enjoy your insight with these videos, keep em up!

[@commiesnzombies]

best feeling in the world is walking out that door and becoming your own man...no more being property of the Government

[@LurkingDuck]

You didn’t quit, you just retired. Quit is harsh. 🇺🇸

[@tomsbeststuff2134]

No. He didn't retire. That takes.20 years - know what you're talking about.

[@vanivermo]

@@tomsbeststuff2134 takes 20 years? By Whos definition other than your owns lol.

[@footballlegend2012]

@@vanivermo according to the Army 😅🤦‍♂️

[@tomsbeststuff2134]

@@vanivermo Title 10 US Code - It's the friggin law. When you retire you're not discharged, you're moved to the "Retired Reserve List." You can be recalled to active duty at any time until age 60. When you're discharged you are out unless you have part of your six year commitment left. Then you're in the Individual Ready Reserve until the 6th anniversary of your enlistment. You CAN be medically retired earlier than 20 years depending on the injury, your rank, and how long you've been in. With a medical retirement you may have to be examined by a military doctor periodically. If you've been cured or fixed you'll get two choices - return to active duty or accept a discharge. Don't open your flytrap unless you're damned sure you know what you're talking about. I was a Special Forces NCO for 10 years and an SF Officer for 10 years. Any questions, Snuffy? Now go back to what you were doing in your mom's basement.

[@vanivermo]

@@tomsbeststuff2134 you can leave after your first contract buddy , yeah you did “10 years” my ass 😂 i was a navy seal in devgru for 10 years too!? Go figure

[@joeseward5282]

He's doing what he wants.Its the American way.

[@gunney808]

tinymahuta 1) guns...

[@gunney808]

tinymahuta exactly, that’s why it takes real patriots and not soy boys to fight for them lol

[@tidefanyankee2428]

@tinymahuta Chicago and Caly are both liberal strongholds. New Orleans is rather liberal as well. In other areas that have been hit by hurricanes and other natural disasters and in times of social unrest Americans have used firearms to protect themselves and their property. Korean-American business owners during the Rodney King riots??? And that was in southern California. So yeah, those guns....

[@tidefanyankee2428]

@tinymahuta Yes, they are "ha, ha". But in the overwhelming majority of the states that doesn't or wouldn't happen. There are always exceptions to the rule. If the politicians attempted mass confiscation of guns nationwide it could lead to Civil War part 2. Further, (before you say it) the politicians would very likely be surprised at the reaction of law enforcement and the military if those orders were given. Where are you from if you're not ashamed to say???

[@tidefanyankee2428]

@tinymahuta Since you obviously don't know, California is probably the most liberal of all the 50 states. Most Americans wouldn't care if it seceded from the union or slid off into the Pacific. It's full of nut-jobs. You would be ashamed to say you were from the most powerful country on earth? You would be ashamed to say you are from the only country to put men on the moon and bring them back? You would be ashamed to say you were first in controlled, sustained, powered flight? At least the United States has the courage to take a stand on things rather than being neutral. Nothing like straddling the fence.... That's rather cowardly to be honest. But then you know that NATO will come to your aid if you ever need it. In fact, the U.S. is usually the first country others call on when they need help...because it's certainly not Sweden. Oh, and we have some of the richest people on earth as well.....you forgot to mention that. We aren't taxed into oblivion, and we have far more opportunities here to advance ourselves. Show me where Americans have said we the "only free, democratic country in the world"....show me. I haven't made that claim. You DO realize that you're generalizing a rather diverse country, with a population of about 330 Million people right? How are all those Somali's and middle easterners working out? I hear they LOVE your women.

[@TheCCBoi]

I never realized how long 6 years was until I joined the Army. I enjoyed my time being a UAV pilot, but I was ready to go at the end of my 6 years.

[@hermanhenderson966]

How did you like it? This is one of the mos’s I’ve been looking into among radio communications. Thoughts and experiences would be greatly appreciated.

[@codyyellott117]

You get a 3 kill streak to get that?

[@Joe_Friday]

Why would you want to leave that job? From an outsider looking in it sounds super cool.

[@TheCCBoi]

@@hermanhenderson966 Yeah sure, I can answer your questions to the best of my abilities.

[@TheCCBoi]

@@Joe_Friday Anything cool is padded between 12-14 hours of nothing happening, staring at people doing mundane shit, looking at roads, scanning through trees/bushes. When something pops off, and you're communicating/coordinating with the teams on the ground in action - it's really exciting/fulfilling. It's a great job, but with any high-speed MOS's, the burn out is real high. for every 1 UAV operator/pilot that comes into the military - 3 leave (That is a real statistic). This is true for any job that's in the upper 10 percentile in the military - especially during GWOT.

[@saskcop416]

Joined military in the '80's and did my time. Quit, went to college, tried a couple of jobs and then joined law enforcement. 26 years later I am still slugging away as a LEO in spite of the world hating cops right now. I will soon retire - NOT QUIT.

[@smithnwesson990]

The country has a skewed view of cops because of media and the bad apples. Even though the cops I have had dealings with were assholes it doesn't make me believe that most are like that.

[@dantepryor5276]

My entire family is LE, so consider this with an open mind. The world “hates” cops the way all shoppers hate retail employees. The young people that work in retail see thousands of customers a day, and do excellent work 99% of the time. But the second a transaction goes wrong (even if it is not the employees fault) people call them idiots, or lazy. The public’s experiences of police needs to be considered. The offer’s perspective is that of the retail employee. To be considered in a positive light, you have to get it right with 100% of the people 100% of the time. If as a culture we hold retail employees to that standard it’s logical to apply it to those that protect and serve. The conclusions is in fact unfair, but it is real to the communities, and police agencies aren’t doing enough to manage the perception 🤷🏾‍♂️.

[@boukm3n]

The country is sick and tired of BAD cops, not all cops. It’s just the good cops tolerate the bad cops and sours everything else. All things considered, it’s easy to understand why tensions are high, especially after Uvalde. You get a special protected status as a LEO, and are given a free ticket to act however you want. It’s the fact that 40% of Uvalde’a city budget went to the local police to train for situations like what happened. It’s quite easy to see why people are pissed. Uvalde’s average household income is lower than $30K a year. Imagine being that poor and destitute, enough to give your last dollar to the watchmen. Instead of helping your children, then were busy saving themselves. Don’t take any of this personally, but you get treated like royalty and everybody has to comply with what you say. It’s not ridiculous for people to be fed up with that dynamic

[@toddjohnson271]

Government is fully corrupted......good cops should get out.

[@Bubbles99718]

@@smithnwesson990 touched on it there. There are some bad apples, and the good apples only very rarely turn in those bad apples. That's huge. Maybe the biggest element. Till that shifts....

[@user-tj8ys4ic8w]

Guys like you, Andy Stumpf, and Mike Glover give it to us real; it ain't all sunshine and rainbows. Still gonna do it. Thank you for info keep it coming God bless

[@jackelracer593]

Why are you really gonna do it

[@FNGACADEMY]

as you should! are you better prepared knowing the reality or living in a dream?! glad to help brother go get it!

[@zixuanchun5273]

Let's not forget Mike drop podcast and the Shawn Ryan Show!

[@Marine_Ret]

If you serve you serve, No where does it say you have to stay in forever. ~Major (LDO) USMC Retired

[@JT-dt4lq]

Serving who exactly? LOL When was the last time a US soldier/marine/SF, etc ever fought a war for America? Don't say WW2 that was bullshit and USA only participated in 2.5 years of the fighting - the Russians did more for USA freedom in WW2 than Americans did. But the oligarchs thank you for your naivety to die for them to make more money and have more power. Good job

[@SinlowMusic]

@@JT-dt4lqGrow up neckbeard.

[@josephabeksj3959]

Wise words 🫡

[@Marine_Ret]

@@josephabeksj3959 🫡

[@GODISPOWER777]

Because there is more to life after serving his country.

[@FNGACADEMY]

Amen!

[@bluba1lz144]

Yesssssss but nothing is more bad ass than being in SF

[@Old-Dog00]

Much more. This country does not appreciate its warriors anyways.

[@quasidoc7726]

@@Old-Dog00 This is complete horseshit. Im not sure what expectation is in your mind, but id argue the majority of the country loves and respects its "warriors." BUT! You also need to understand it takes all walks of life to run this country, not just soldiers!

[@mattp7027]

@@Old-Dog00 how the heck would you know?

[@toddsulli6495]

That’s exactly what my uncle said. He was a PJ and was able to accomplish many things in the Air Force but towards the end of his contract, he missed having his freedom. He is very successful and credits the military for that. Thanks for your service!

[@joshuarobinson4802]

The first minute of this video was so clear and honest. I like that, its like the theme of this channel. Thanks for the upload! HOLY CRAP, look at those subs!

[@FNGACADEMY]

thanks brother!

[@Kevin-uu6hx]

@@FNGACADEMY before Sf what were u

[@warbanzi]

I did 20 years 11 regular Army 9 Special Operations. I was medically retired as I closed on 20 and the wear and tear ended my career in 2014. The crazy crap was just being implemented and maybe it was for the best. I do miss the it, however now I control what I do and when I do it. You need to follow your heart and do what makes you complete.

[@Knate1104]

I wanted to be a firefighter my whole life. After years of testing and interviewing, I finally was hired. About 2 years in, surprisingly, I found myself thinking: “ok, what now?” I talked to my captain, who had been a hurdler and qualified for the Olympics back in the day. He said it was common knowledge in the Olympic community that after winning a medal, guy’s would often fall into depression months later. Like what do I do now? I stayed with the fire department, because I love it. And I have plenty of days off to find other challenging shit to do

[@joeydepalmer4457]

never been a fire fighter, though had some run ins with them (thank you guys for being there or i would not have been here to say this) and from the time i was a little kid to now a little (or slighty big) old guy, i still get a kick out of fireman and fire trucks and fire stations. though my fav thing about firemen, is the firewomen. something about a tiny power house picking a guy like me up, throughing me over their shoulder and hoofing it out of a building to a safe area. never did it when something was on fire but WOW!

[@upsup08]

Man, I relate to this so much. After leaving USCG, got a job as a firefighter paramedic. Accomplished what I wanted, but my heart wasn’t in it and I was totally deflated. Went to work as an urban paramedic, loved it for about 4 years, then burned out again. Went to PA school, after graduating the program (hardest thing I’ve ever done) I didn’t feel the sense of accomplishment I should have. 10 years later, looking for another escape hatch. It’s not disappointment so much as finding your niche for different stages of life. We outgrow the stuff we used to love/thought we loved, and have to be nimble enough to move upward and onward. There’s no shame in changing careers or not doing the same thing your whole life. People grow and people change.

[@redalphazerotaco2623]

As a civilian thank you for your service. I’m a new follower with no clue of military life. I think we need more men like you .

[@teddy.d174]

I have the utmost respect for a man who doesn’t want to be beholden to the almighty dollar, a shitty boss, the daily grind or whatever else may be in your way. Being able to do your own thing and write your own ticket is invaluable. Much respect Buck!

[@DontDefuse]

You're a complete beast. People like you are rare. For 99.999% of people, just being able to be in special forces is a lifetime goal. You keep going, trying different things and excel in everything you do. From a successful military career, law enforcement career, and now a successful youtube career. You are a rare breed for sure!

[@gc2788]

It incredibly brave of you to open up and share your experiences with us. My father served from Vietnam all the way through Afghanistan and Iraq. Finally forced to retire after 40 years in uniform. Sometimes he opens up, other times it's a closed book. The knowledge he shares with new recruits and the knowledge you share are absolutely priceless to future soldiers. Stay strong brother.

[@42svb58]

Same reasons why I left the infantry after 13 years! I'm an incoming Master's program candidate and CP&F (cyber) with a major firm now.

[@robbyhoyt4465]

Respect brother!! As I fireman with no military experience I sorta know how you feel! All I say is just don’t loose sight of where you have been and keep focus on where you wanna go!! Thank you for your service!!

[@justinharmon8082]

Hey brother, I was First Group after some time in the infantry. After 5 years on my ODA and my 3 years in the SORB (my SWC tour) I was facing reenlisting indef. I had a 3 year old son and decided that my legacy was founded in my son and not in my beret. I have been out for about 3 years and have struggled with a sense of letting my brothers down ever since. I know I made the right choice for me and my family but guilt has plagued me ever since. DOL my friend, hope to talk soon

[@joelr456]

Justin what’s up dude! 1324 here.

[@mtndew4746]

You made the right choice. Don't let some shitbirds drag you down because you left to do better things.

[@edbertomendez9431]

No quit here. You fulfilled your goals and time. I did 8 yrs in USMC and 29 yrs LE. When it was time for me to go, I left under my terms which is exactly what you did. Continue to be honest and true to yourself. Your vids are refreshing and informative. Thank you.

[@chicodecoster]

I completely understand my Brother. I served in the Marine Corps and akso 3 separate times in the Army. I would get tired, miss it and go back again. LOL Medically retired now after getting injured by an IED in Iraq. Finished with 24 1/2 total tis. Great videos my Brother.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

I was thinking about going back in. IEDs are scarey as hell, that's what's holding me back.

[@chicodecoster]

@@An_Enraged_Pig They are indeed scary. All of my units casualties were from IED's. I still miss being in now, but I know we have a lot of great people still carrying on for us.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

@@chicodecoster I was so young at 19 years old, went overseas. 4 months in my new unit, I didn't know anything.

[@chicodecoster]

@@An_Enraged_Pig My last tour was when I was injured. I was 38 and already had a lot of overseas deployments. I was 20 the first time I deployed overseas, but that was on a far east tour in the Marine Corps. But it was a huge culture shock.

[@notbot8830]

@@chicodecoster thank you for your service 🙏🏽

[@HermCore]

I just love hearing about veterans accomplishing goals, being successful & enjoying there lives. Im extremely happy for him. I'm over a decade out & still lost not knowing what direction to go with my life. Which constantly makes me regret getting out. But I'm not gonna give up & will hopefully find my calling. This dude is an inspiration. Mad respect. Semper Fidelis

[@NCrdwlf]

I got out because of petty, small minded NCO’s that thought they were overlords . I found that not always the best leaders get promoted . I have been a happy and successful civilian for 20+ years . While the army will always be part of my life , it just wasn’t for me beyond two contracts .

[@thewatcher4552]

Definitely understand where you coming from hell my Officers and SNCO's were worse than the NCO's. I accomplished above and beyond I thought I would as a young 18-year-old kid. 4 combat Tours OIF, OEF has seen the world 4x over and brothers for life. Semper Fi

[@Andrew85or]

Yut, I was lucky enough to have some good squad leaders that really cared and made sure we were ready but that didn't outshine shitty leadership from the SNCOs and Officers.

[@commiesnzombies]

NCO Lifers, No Chance Outside...married to the military, brainwashed robots

[@dillfunk9479]

Bad leaders can ruin great soldiers. It’s higher leaders obligation to weed out toxic leadership

[@ericjsprang]

Damn man this hits hard. Since I got out I’ve been successful at multiple careers, but I always find myself bored or looking for something else. I love learning new things but I’ve been feeling like a failure lately. The way you explained that made perfect sense.

[@Widemouth1832]

Brother. My dad did 17 years in the Army. You gave you time and life to uncle sugar. You don't owe anyone anything. You did more than 99% of the people out there. Respect

[@mr.willywinker4u849]

Uncle sugar? Wtf it's uncle Sam lol

[@primalj_2a433]

Joined the army as 11B. The first 2 years was fun but after no more deployments and sitting around all day doing nothing and being treated like shit from bad leadership, snapping my foot in half during PT and getting a medical discharge was the biggest blessing to ever happen

[@andrewevans6826]

I was in national guard.. 11b seriously a waste of time

[@barrysmith916]

The whole reason for life is new experiences. We have a short time on earth , learn something new everyday. Learning is the reason for life , to evolve to the highest potential possible.

[@arronlockyer5424]

Fellow Patriots we need your help! I am retired USMC Mustang after 28 years!! This is my son account. He was a VOLUNTEER FIREMAN, AND VOLUNTEER EMS. He was always there to help others in their time of need! Its simple can you skip an extra cup of coffee a few times this week to help someone that would help you?? We have all said we will help fellow Patriots in their time of need and we all stand together!!!... Please help .. www.gofundme.com/f/help-cervical-spinal-problems

[@carolinapondscapes9139]

My only regret from the military is that I didn't stay in long enough to go SF! Politics drove me out as a Drill sergeant and just lost interest in the military completely. Sometimes you just have to say enough is enough! Totally respect and understand your decisions.

[@alexl6584]

Short and to the point. Almost never happens on KZbin! Awesome man

[@c.l.e.a.n.nation]

Thank you for putting this out bro...I can almost relate to this to a T, minus the law enforcement aspect and I was Army Civil Affairs...some of the best and worst times of my life but ultimately I was just burnt out and had some stumbling blocks that made my decision to transition out easier...I appreciate the honesty in this one 🤙🏾...strength and honor

[@jasoncraig2069]

It's called moving on not quitting BROTHER 👊🏻

[@bcerny07]

As a future 18x your content is invaluable, really appreciate it man. One video idea that I think would be helpful would be covering the language side of SF. Is it beneficial to practice a language beforehand or no? Also, how much does language selection affect your future in the groups? Anyways, keep up the good work and we’ll be listening to whatever you want to put out!

[@Joe_Friday]

Do you already know a language? I bet they'd like to double dip with you if you did. I would assume it could partially determine which group you went to maybe🤔? Which group would you be interested in and why? I'm interested.

[@bcerny07]

@@Joe_Friday No I do not currently know another one and there’s only a few months until shipping. I’m most interested in Russian and Arabic because they seem most applicable in today’s environment. Just not sure if it would be beneficial to start studying one or not prior to basic.

[@bcerny07]

And also curious to how it affects deployments. Does an Arabic speaker get priority to the Middle East over something like a Spanish speaker or is it all pretty even throughout?

[@Joe_Friday]

@@bcerny07 Most of that is going to be group dependent. Like I'd imagine for instance that 7th and 20th would primarily be working around Central and South America except pf course they would also be in war zones too.

[@johnscott5662]

You didn’t quit. You just didn’t re-up. I left active duty and joined the National Guard. I retired as a CPT helicopter pilot. Raised a family and had a civilian career. I loved the Guard. Lots of interesting missions and accomplished people. We were still trained up and available. It looks like you’re doing great but you didn’t quit. As a Guard member you could be back in it with the stroke of a pen.

[@sololobo9994]

Man you just earned a subscriber l. Im thinking of going back in if I can get some things worked out. Special forces was always my dream and I regret not trying the first time. Thanks for giving it to us straight brother.

[@smithnwesson990]

Did you go Infantry? Airborne?

[@scottheid9936]

“ CHOICE “ is exactly what it’s all about ! The entire reason for the fight is the freedom of it ! Thanks for your service and the continuing service you are putting out there 🙌🏼

[@mr.robokat7993]

I was active Army for four years. I was a 44 Charlie Finance specialist, did one deployment to Iraq. Much respect for you and the SF community. When I got my DD214 I was grinning from ear to ear. Don’t get me wrong, the Army was a good experience, but I was tired of all the political bs. It felt like every other week we were being forced to sit through some more sexual harassment training videos. It was like good grief, how many times do we have to sit through this?

[@jh5131]

Bummer...sounds like corporate world too

[@darbyheavey406]

@@ambermckinnon3835 or some HR specialist put it on the schedule and forced you to attend.

[@hr1meg]

@@darbyheavey406 Bingo.

[@mtndew4746]

Asking as someone with no experience: Why did you get deployed? A finance specialist sounds like an accountant. No disrespect or anything, genuinely wondering.

[@mr.robokat7993]

@@mtndew4746 finance specialist deployed because even troops down range need to get paid. In Iraq I was at this big airbase that had a PX where soldiers could buy stuff. They could also spend their money at smaller fobs where Iraqi civilians would sell merchandise.

[@TheFleahost]

This channel is criminally undersubscribed. Did 26 in the Army. It’s fun to hear folks speak the old lingo.

[@bigboi46hardknocks77]

Bro I feel everything you saying. My goal was to be a platoon sgt and lead men into combat and I did that. Stayed in for 21yrs, could’ve kept going but felt it wasn’t worth it. I wanted to start a new career somewhere else. Enjoyed the army but done with that phase of my life. I just wanna be a good father to my 3 sons. Thank you for your service to our great nation.

[@georgee.juscott2686]

Very nicely put Buck. This life we live is full of choices. I am very similar, I like to do things I truly like. My son in law, is actively infantry in the US Army. His goal is to become a Green Beret. A lot of these situations can take its toll on you psychologically. A lot of people do not understand what PTSD is. I have it myself, not from military or law-enforcement. But from the life I chose to live and all the tragedies that experienced. My father was a World War II veteran. Whenever I asked him; did you ever kill anybody dad? He would reply; I never looked back son. As you do you know, I love your channel. You not only have a job that yous love. But you help a lot of us out that are struggling with PTSD. Beers and breakdowns, is by far the best channel on KZbin! Keep those videos coming, because a lot of us look forward to them, and enjoy them very much. If you have a job you love, you will never work a day in your life. Your speeches, knowledge and wisdom are absolutely incredible, and very motivating.

[@kevincashoriginal7047]

Bro, I know how you feel 100%. Did contracting for 3 years, went and wore the blue uniform for a year and got bored of that. Started my own company and taking some contracts on the side. Best choice ever

[@Joe_Friday]

Ever thought about starting a firearms training school?

[@cigarfeeler]

Bro, you are a gentleman and a scholar with your blunt honesty, sincerity, an open mind to life!!! HOOAH!! US ARMY BROTHER ❤

[@FNGACADEMY]

thanks homie!!

[@drob437]

I definitely can relate to your law enforcement experience. Every time I walked into the station I got pissed off even if my day was going great. I thought about it and one day I went to headquarters and put my paperwork in, 22 years was enough. Dealing with the same BS every single day Gets old quick. Good luck to you and your future endeavors.

[@holdfast1674]

My man...I was a Navy Diver for 8 years and I get asked all the time why I got out after 8. You summed it all up perfectly 👍 I dig the videos, you found an awesome niche on helping these young adults that aspire to make it through these programs. Keep it up ✌️ 🇺🇸

[@xenojester13]

That 18Z interaction with his Team Sergeant haha, saw that first hand myself in 1st group at SOTIC and a few ranges as well as Camp Vance in Bagram lol! SF did get a little more political and conventional as the years went on. 2000-2004 in Fort Lewis, seemed 03/04 things just got more big army in the SOF community, and more laxed in places like the 82nd .... oddly enough. The only unit that has ever stayed consistent is probably Ranger Bat. There are reasons of course, I get that, but you have to have the headspace to really understand it, accept it and navigate around it. It is hard to be raised in a certain culture, then have it shift to another, hard to adapt in that respect. I know this comment won't make sense to a lot of people, but for some it will, and just something to really think about going forward.

[@droman608]

There’s many things outside the military that involves grinding. Like making a video and then editing to upload for all to see. Your stories are great way for others to follow and become their own legends. Keep up the good work! #thankyouforyourservice

[@alia.2176]

First time viewer, and wish I found out about your channel earlier, love the confidence and motivation, thank you sir!!

[@msdescendentreviews1660]

First of all thank you for your service I SF and police. I'm currently going through hard times. My father died 12-26-20, my mother has dementia currently in hospital. She doesn't know about my dad and cannot attend funeral tomorrow. I'm worried that she's scared and alone. Can't visit her because of stupid corona. The main thing keeping me going is the SF saying or creed. Never give up NEVER quit. Thanks for your videos. Hope to see more. Thanks and God bless America.

[@greggalloway1276]

To sum up what he said is, “same shit different day.” AND HE IS CORRECT!

[@JoinGamesLinks]

Thank you Sir for your service to our nation ! This is first I have seen of your content . Have a Blessed Day !

[@johndeer8141]

Love the content! I’m also an inspired soldier answering the calling. Im currently working on getting my gt score up to a 110 now. I’ve reached out to a recruiter already. You’re videos are great and really have me motivated! Thank you for your service!

[@leifelliottsofficialmusicc8438]

Being honest and real is what it’s all about...You’re a hero in a lot of eyes and now u get to do what makes u happy..U earned it my friend..Hats off and God bless

[@vasil8334]

I've never heard a thoughts like these. Very impressive. Good luck on your way, brother! Subscribing

[@iammoose4349]

Every time I come back your channel has grown by another 2,000 followers and rightly so. Thanks for providing such a fascinating insight

[@smenard1107]

Good info brother, I’m on 19 years army, I’m not SF but combat arms, I can tell you though I’ve never felt that I’ve had a contract over my head. I like everyone has had days where you wake up and think F this I really don’t want to do it anymore. But now that you say it that’s probably what I’m going to think now every time I have a bad day.

[@ryanday9737]

The contract is a bit of a mentality. Certainly, in military, there is a literal contract so you cannot leave, however, in the civilian world, there are also literal and mental contracts. From the literal perspective, there are contracts that include pay incentives or penalties. For,example, you might have bonuses that require you to vest 3 years before the cash is yours. If you relocated, you owe the firm the cost of relocation if you leave within 3 years. Mentally imposed contracts are worse. People feel they cannot leave for,some reason...give up tenure and lose,4 weeks vacation...no opportunity...start at bottom of,someone else's payscale, etc. I have been contracted for relo, education reimbursement and pay incentive. The pay was the worst...if you leave, literally dropping cash into a fire...hard to do! But I changed my mind set to ignore all of,that and be free in my own mind. "Delusion is the key to happiness." Delusion = perspective

[@ryanday9737]

@Joe Smith Same in civilian world...worse, perhaps, in some cases. No genuine leadership training in many cases. People who are good at getting tasks done themselves are promoted...so are b.s. artists....while good leaders are left behind. Politics reigns supreme at higher levels when tasks become irrelevant...and b.s. is still more valued. Maybe one or two out of ten leaders are good, maybe.

[@ryanday9737]

@Joe Smith I see it as our responsibility to be better. If you can do it better, you should seek to become the leader and change the culture. Far easier said than done, I know. What is ADA? Assistant District Attorney? Not in military, I wouldn't think.

[@ryanday9737]

@Joe Smith No, my father was career Air Force through the early 90s so I grew up on various bases. Like all good brats, I know my share of acronyms, and can still I.D. all the aircraft, but I certainly didn't know all acronyms and many have probably changed.

[@ryanday9737]

@Joe Smith Ill search it. Sadly, he passed in 2014. I am proud to say he was a great man. Retired E8...declined E9 at 26 years because it required unaccompanied and he, and especially my mom, were done. A lot was changing in the military with Clinton going into office. I remember that everyone he worked with that I met loved him...subordinates and officers alike. I only ever saw him cry, sort of, one time. It was one of the few days he was home leading up to the first gulf war...before the public knew what was happening. I asked him years later and he explained. His job had been for years to do readiness assessments of reserve units. He was making decisions about who was most capable to be deployed. He said, "I was choosing who might die and I knew many people personally." He was a very hard man, I thought. I could go on, but I'll spare you! Thanks for your service, Joe. Hang in their...don't give up...if you're stuck...find the right chief...he'll get it straight (if hope with faith). God bless.

[@lukeyear5148]

I am not even American, but I loved that video. I remember watching a video by Angel Cortes when he was in the 75th and still considering joining the SF. He said that a Green Beret he knew warned him about the fact that this job is very time-consuming, and you might not get to see your family a lot if you have one. That's one thing that might hold me back for sure

[@EpsteinNooseSolutions781]

I resonate with the “feels like a prison” feeling. A lot of other guys don’t but I get out tomorrow and I could t be happier. Plan to go into law enforcement now.

[@leok7193]

I'm in law enforcement now. The grass isn't really greener.

[@EpsteinNooseSolutions781]

@@leok7193 I mean you can quit anytime though unlike being a soldier

[@leok7193]

@@EpsteinNooseSolutions781 sure, but now I have a mortgage, property taxes, car payments, insurance, food is getting expensive etc. In the service, I was in BEQ and had a car I bought from 1st deployment outright and no real bills. All that to say, when reenlistment time came, I felt more free to get out than to leave my job now.

[@EpsteinNooseSolutions781]

@@leok7193 yea I guess it’s different for everyone. I had a wife, kid, house, cars etc already when I was in. However that’s not specific to law enforcement. It’s hard to quit any job if you have those things.

[@cliffcox7643]

I remember when I was with Special Forces. Seems a thousand centuries ago. We went into a camp to inoculate the children. We left the camp after we had inoculated the children for Polio, and this old man came running after us and he was crying. He couldn’t see. We went back there and they had come and hacked off every inoculated arm. There they were in a pile. A pile of little arms. And I remember… I… I… I cried. I wept like some grandmother. I wanted to tear my teeth out. I didn’t know what I wanted to do. And I want to remember it. I never want to forget it. I never want to forget. And then I realized… like I was shot… like I was shot with a diamond… a diamond bullet right through my forehead. And I thought: My God… the genius of that. The genius. The will to do that. Perfect, genuine, complete, crystalline, pure. And then I realized they were stronger than we. Because they could stand that these were not monsters. These were men… trained cadres. These men who fought with their hearts, who had families, who had children, who were filled with love… but they had the strength… the strength… to do that. If I had ten divisions of those men our troubles here would be over very quickly. You have to have men who are moral… and at the same time who are able to utilize their primordial instincts to kill without feeling… without passion… without judgment… without judgment. Because it’s judgment that defeats us.”

[@dtalzic633]

Brother man, I would look into the dysfunction of the TMJ My analytical self can see your jaw acting like mine Might sound crazy but it's worth a shot Thanks for the content my man

[@sonnyanaya1877]

I’m assuming you’re saying “quit” just as a way to get people to click on the video, but if that’s how you really feel…you shouldn’t. You served well brother and completed your time in the military. As a fellow veteran, that’s not quitting in any of our books.

[@Crowbrother7]

I can totally agree and relate to what you’ve said here. My last stint on active duty was as NCOIC of what was known as pre-phase, this was back in the late 70s. I had worked my butt off and went through the process successfully, to go to flight school. My hope was to return to special forces in that capacity as a helicopter pilot. Three months before I was to leave for Fort Rucker, I received orders to be a recruiter. After wasting a month and a half trying to get out of those orders, I was told by a general that I either went to be a recruiter or I was to get out of his army. I got out!

[@ReturnToNothingness32147]

There is life after the military. I know the feeling plus you don’t have to prove anything to no one. You serve and did your time at a very high level aka special operations. Not everyone gets to be one🙏🏽 kudos my friend

[@prime6260]

Ive been wanting to be a special force operator for a while and I’m doing my best to prepare every single day. Your videos really set the reality of what im expecting. Its been scary to watch some footage of the ownership an operator has on the field. Hes always thinking about everyone elses safety and always protecting those while ensuring his own safety and the equipments safety. Would you mind doing a breakdown of the other special forces branches and what roles they play?

[@Sunny-uh5bc]

Look up Ones Ready podcast. Excellent podcast team made up of Air Force Spec Ops, they have a crew member of each SW job (CCT, PJ, SR, and TACP). Watch some of their videos here on KZbin, they conduct interviews with former operators who have experience and can go more in-depth.

[@robertnicholls9917]

Please look into ways to make sure you maintain your body and mind. Many ex-special forces operators maintain injuries like pro-athletes. Work on your mind as well. Look into meditation. Remember, it's not like TV where you look like a super hero, which you technically are as an elite soldier. But, the mind and body isn't infinite. Find ways to make sure the constant training and deployments don't destroy your body long term. Don't be unnecessarily tough. Human beings are not robots.

[@youarerightboss]

Thanks for your honesty. You didn't quit. You fulfilled your contractual obligations and you pursued your dreams.

[@timothyhernandez3803]

I had a similar motivation in the military and in life, I ended us with five MOS' over a 22 year career. You should look into different career fields, and challenges within the military. Try flying an Apache, I guarantee you will be challenged. If you're young enough, put in a WOFT packet. Flight school and being an aviator may not be as physically rigorous as what you did in SF, but it will challenge you in a whole other way.

[@misaelrios7092]

Sean you seem like a real stand up guy. The way you talk and openly explain things really makes me want to be part of something like this. You don't have an ego and you're just honest about everything. Wish more people were like you.

[@FNGACADEMY]

thank you that means a lot!

[@sergeantram1205]

God bless you brother. I totally get what you’re saying. I’m a Marine combat vet, I was with 5th group my 2nd tour in Afghanistan in 2004. Thank you for your service.

[@Vivendi_NoMad]

Nailing how a lot of people feel, you never quit you finished your commitment, served your country and age and injuries get to be more real after multiple deployments/ battles and the physical mental and time apart from what where who in your life, thank you for your service, love your giving back and giving your take on YOUR EXPERIENCE that’s the most honest and helpful thing,the things you point out make me laugh 😂 and reflect, you damn funny and weather your trying or it’s Natural YOUR HILARIOUS while being informative so thank you for your service and the content. Blessings to you and your loved ones, In god we trust For country we fight The willingness to give ones last breath for a Noble cause And fight the good fight, never leaves you, light in a dark world, thank you

[@kilo0151]

Good on you brother! I resonate greatly with your story since I was in the same boat. Not as high speed like yourself, but I remember being in a rut after my second deployment. My only goal as a Marine was to make squad leader and get a combat deployment to Afghanistan. Once I accomplished that I had no other aspirations to continue my career in the Military. Now I’m out and enjoying life as a Police Officer. Looking back, I can 100% see myself turning into one of those disgruntled lifers that had nothing to look forward to but retirement.

[@jirvine57]

Very honest, you are the master of your own destiny brother. Wishing you all the best, watching from Ireland

[@zact9941]

Nobody understands “the contract” until they are under it. That’s why I have ZERO empathy for civilians that hate their jobs. They can quite any day. NOT that way in the military.

[@frostbitepokin9520]

Yes you have the option to quit but for a lot of people it’s not an option for them even if they hate their job

[@TestMonkey88k]

What an incredibly ignorant comment. Just because someone doesn't have have a contract, and many civilian employees do by the way, doesn't mean they can just leave work. That goes for military and civilians. The bills don't pay themselves

[@rubenray1010]

It's all good bro, I have zero sympathy for them either.

[@InktoLife99]

Hey genius, you had a choice to sign the contract or not.

[@teamevo9265]

You sound dumb as shit..."civilians" will never understand? Tjats like saying military will never understand what its like to have to pay your own mortgage instead of someone giving you an allowance for it period or the military will never understand what it's like to have to pay for healthcare. Or the military will jever understand what its like to have to work on holidays lol

[@aaronsmith600]

Are you me? I was in a high-op SWAT team. 80+ ops a year. Plus my full-time detective gig. It was fun. But. It got repetitive. It stopped being fun. Especially since there was no financial incentive. I'm still a cop. Best job in the world. But, I'm looking for that next experience in LE. Glad to know I'm not the only one who continually looks for the next challenge. I don't know what that is yet. But, it'll rear it's head soon enough. While I donate to the 10-33 Foundation, and Navy Seal Foundation (former squid), I applaud veterans who look after their own, as people don't realize telling a vet to "just go to the VA", doesn't get it done. Thanks for your continued service to your veteran community and I wish you, and your family, the best for 2021!

[@dumbo.thingsfilms7197]

Watch man, this channel is going to have 50k subs or more by the end of the year

[@Macedonia-is-Greek]

Tbh he should get me on, content king.

[@noquarter1776]

This has to be the fastest growing channel around. Congratulations!!

[@scottroder5516]

When you are done, you are done. Congrats on getting out.

[@domh3336]

Although people may downvote or disregard my comment, this is completely factual and I have heard it before. I have been a support guy for well over a decade and many green beanies find certain support guys as a shoulder to cry on or vent to. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been sitting at a location at team level and the boys come back and I’ve heard similar stories to this. The life is fucking hard and I have been proud to be the shoulder they cry on or vent to but this man is speaking nothing but truth.

[@Gandalf4137]

Hello Buck, I am in a pretty similar situation. I was offered to join a SWAT team, but I am not sure if it's worth it. Did you enjoy working with the police guys? The worst thing is that a lot of awesome dudes went to jail for doing their job well. Keep doing what you are doing, brother. Your content's awesome. Greetings from Europe.

[@FNGACADEMY]

It was fun and SWAT would have been a great place to be, things just changed drastically recently making LE a lot more risky

[@mikegillis4124]

You definitely speak my language. I’m ex military and didn’t want to have a contract hanging over my head, so got out and became a firefighter. 22 years later, still loving it and have had opportunities to demonstrate leadership throughout, and have had many great mentors who, despite never having served in the military, are truly badass, fit, knowledgeable professionals. I would recommend this profession to anybody leaving the military, especially SF, you will be challenged!!👍

[@AmorFatiMementoMori]

Not everyone wants to be a lifer, so I don’t see it as quitting, I see it as opening a new chapter.

[@AldoRaineoftheBasterds]

Toxic bosses and relationships are the worst. Someone’s perceived best vs the best safe decision that results in maximum results and safety with minimal risk. I feel you Sean. Ego vs Spirit

[@jackmoore3280]

I'm a reservist in the marines wanting to go active and eventually join MARSOC. Can you talk about your experience working with other branches, differences in jobs between green berets and USMC recon, MARSOC and other operators, reasons people transfer branches to go SF, etc.? Love your videos btw, watched all of them in a row today.

[@Joe-ok8ql]

It's very difficult for Reserve Marines to go Active. MARSOC and Recon are also going through an identity crisis. This is because Recon's mission statement was largely gutted and given to MARSOC, and MARSOC doesn't really know what it's job is because they came late to SOCOM. Guys also burn out fast in MARSOC which is why they have a low retention rate. Recon hasn't gone on a combat deployment in almost a decade. Guys go to the Army for SF because they get cool school house seats, are treated well, understand their mission statement, and have good funding. Sources: I'm a Marine and know guys that were/are Raiders or Recon.

[@supertrooper7403]

Go to Ranger Regiment. Straight pipeline and you’ll get combat. Be careful what you wish for.

[@Lifechanging99999]

@@Joe-ok8ql you’re misleading on reservists going active duty. You can go to A&s as a reservist. It’s difficult though. If you make it there, you can stay active duty.

[@Joe-ok8ql]

@@Lifechanging99999 Afaik they got rid of the program that allows Reservists to go to A&S. I know a JTAC Sgt that is unable to go because of that.

[@Lifechanging99999]

@@Joe-ok8ql ahhh. Well carry on. The Marine Corps needs to learn how to manage marines better.

[@benchenzo]

Same. Always looking for something new. Keep learning. Marine Infantry, Army CI, AH64 pilot, SF group, DEA intel, IT support, Trucker. I did 23 years active. Had a blast.

[@MarineVeteran99]

Thank you for your honesty. Same thing happened to me in the Marines. I was in the Marines from 1999 to 2003 Active Duty Infantry. Had to deal with a LOT of B.S. from my Squad Sgt, a few Platton Sgts and one Jerk off Platoon Commander (a Lt.) Not being a country boy and the only guy who was of Hispanic origin from a Northern U.S. City didn't help either. Especially on weekends when the girls all wanted to talk and dance with me instead of those cowboy wannabes. I did what was expected of me as best I could. I wasn't a superstar ass kissing Marine nor did I ever want to be which unfortunately was my downfall. Made Corporal E4 (everyone knew getting promoted in the Marines was the SLOWEST especially in the Infantry). Making E5 Sgt in your first 4 year enlistment wasn't common. But I was satisfied for the most part that I joined the Infantry. I wanted to be a "combat soldier" since I was a kid. Got to travel to 9 different countries on two deployments and did some fun training and learned a lot. However re-enlist? HELL NO! The cons outweighed the good for me by FAR! The constant B.S. and overwhelming working parties for nonsense was the deal breaker for me.

[@c.r.t3811]

Mr. Rogers, Thank you for the fantastic video and serving your country. Great job. Salute. Airborne All The Way.

[@RWong-wn3pv]

The perspective is not IF you will get out of special forces, it is WHEN !? It’s best not to get married or have kids, unless the spouse loves the single parent &/or “dependent” lifestyle.

[@jonedwards398]

Definitely can be a big if. Stop loss and repititous OPTEMPO burned a lot of my friends out in SF.

[@mediaistheenemy]

Growth. We all experience it, fulfill it and are fulfilled by it differently. Knowing when to move on is one of the hardest skills to learn. 🤙

[@TheRobles9]

Thank you for sharing! I really admire what you guys do in hard environments, I salute you Sir.

[@redghost3170]

I did 3 years in the Army in an Airborne unit and was a good soldier. Got out because of the BS that they like to put you through. Thirty years later, I’m successful with a great family.

[@DarthVader-br9rc]

I need to hear this

[@prattropper]

You are still doing what SF is all about, you are helping people! Rock on!!!!!

[@air82ndborne]

I appreciate the respect you gave the 82nd, other soldiers that have interacted with that where in heavy units don't understand the mission and mentality in the unit. I'm also former LEO, God bless you brother, TDF

[@FNGACADEMY]

you bet brother!

[@pjregis3636]

Great fan here! 🤙 A Green Beret shirt with an autograph from you would be life fullfilling. ❤

[@christiandinero8083]

wow. Not in the military but I took away a good lesson from hear. I'm in college but I'm not so sure I want to be doing one job for the rest of my life. I want to experience many things and do different things in my life. Not just be repetitive

[@robludwigsen7831]

Find something that you're really good at and that pays well and is in demand. Alot of people hate their job and it makes them miserable.

[@christiandinero8083]

@@robludwigsen7831 well if I could I'd be a shooting instructor but idk how itll be if sleepy joe gets in. And being a musician isnt very reliable so I'm trying to find something else

[@seangfoster1974]

USAF vet here (go ahead and laugh... I'm used to it by now, LOL). Anyway, I appreciate the honesty and you being real. Like others have said, you didn't quit. You moved on. You've got a new subscriber here. Thanks for the awesome vid!

[@gavinlankey1356]

If you ever make videos on law enforcement that would be dope as well!

[@FNGACADEMY]

that is coming!