The Many Reasons For Joining The Military



Posted: Friday, October 08, 2010

by Paul Wise
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It is really easy to join the military these days, specially with all the advertisement and demand for recruits - due to the conflicts overseas. However, do not think lightly of such a profession and lifestyle. Joining the military is a big decision and should not be taken lightly. Many young people join the armed services to get away from parents, to get a job or money for college maybe even just for the sake of joining the military. While these may be valid enough reasons along with others, they are probably not sufficient factors in themselves to motivate someone through years of hardship that is to come once they are in.

For make no mistake - when they call it "the service," they mean "service!" You will feel just like a servant, as the lowest man or woman on the totem pole, and you will be subjected to the will of others, many others, following orders and more orders every single waking moment once you have taken the oath of service to this country. Even on your days off you are still considered to be on duty, in a very important sense, and you will not be fully your own person until your period of enlistment (or commission, if an officer) ends.

So recognize that it is much more than just a job - it is a lifestyle. You will practically never clock out as a soldier, sailor, airman, or Marine. Sure you will have days off, but your behavior must always remain correct and becoming of your uniform - even when out of uniform. Military service isn't just a job, but a lifestyle - indeed, a mindset. Be sure it is one you truly want before you sign up for it!

However, there's really no way to know until you have experienced it first-hand; that is, until you are actually in the military. And therein lays the problem: like a marriage, you never truly know until you are already committed. So what to do?

You can always apply for an administrative discharge, though your best chances are during the first six months of induction. It's debatable whether you should apply even during basic training or wait until your first assignment to a post or base, but the first six months are certainly the easiest ones during which to request an Entry Level Separation, or ELS. If you wish to be part of the military - just not be on the front lines, then maybe you should consider a position that allows for greater security and comfort such as a radiology technician, which essentially just requires you to stay at a particular base or where your stationed and work at the hospital.

This article was written by Paul Wise. If you are looking for information on joining the Military then Paul recommends visiting walkingtheblogs.com, they offer a wide selection of Articles for your many needs.
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