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re: HS aged son has expressed interest in joining the military
Posted on 11/15/22 at 7:49 pm to CountMeIn
Posted on 11/15/22 at 7:49 pm to CountMeIn
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I told him that I support him, but that he must understand that joining the military could mean dying at war, which he says he understands.
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Where would the OT start in educating the young lad on the political dynamics of our times so that he could make an informed decision as to whether current causes are worth dying for?
Sounds like you have and he gets it.
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Posted on 11/15/22 at 10:43 pm to RummelTiger
I’d advise him to go to school, forget about the military, and enjoy his life.
Assuming he won’t listen, at all cost, get a degree first and go in commissioned. DO NOT ENLIST IF HE HAS A PATH TO GETTING A DEGREE. I say again…GET A COMMISSION.
Find a speciality within the military that he can use after he gets out. There is excellent training/schools available that will greatly enhance his post-military career options. The infantry was fun, but it doesn’t translate well to mainstream civilian careers. I’ve had to fight an uphill battle my entire post retirement life…but I’m a master at small unit tactics and weapons employment…for what it’s worth…LOL.
I would avoid the academies. They are infested with social justice warriors these days. He can go to any university, graduate, and get a commission.
Again, best option is to avoid all the bullshite and don’t join. Enjoy his health and focus on having a happy, productive, life. This government does not deserve his sacrifice.
Assuming he won’t listen, at all cost, get a degree first and go in commissioned. DO NOT ENLIST IF HE HAS A PATH TO GETTING A DEGREE. I say again…GET A COMMISSION.
Find a speciality within the military that he can use after he gets out. There is excellent training/schools available that will greatly enhance his post-military career options. The infantry was fun, but it doesn’t translate well to mainstream civilian careers. I’ve had to fight an uphill battle my entire post retirement life…but I’m a master at small unit tactics and weapons employment…for what it’s worth…LOL.
I would avoid the academies. They are infested with social justice warriors these days. He can go to any university, graduate, and get a commission.
Again, best option is to avoid all the bullshite and don’t join. Enjoy his health and focus on having a happy, productive, life. This government does not deserve his sacrifice.
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