Can't decide on a big decision?

[Anonymous]

I want to and dont want to join the military at the same time. I know if I don't I know ill eventually say that I should've and I'll regret it but I'm getting really nervous about it all for certain reasons. I haven't signed any papers yet but once and if I sign those papers I'll be stuck in there and there won't be a thing I can do about it. I'm just wondering if since I'm having worries and doubts if it's even a good idea. I really got nothing else going on for me in life. I'm sick of my job and bored with life so in a way it could be good for me. What's your opinion on what I should do?

[Dinklex3]

Did you post the other one as well?

Please do not join if you have an anxiety disorder. Please don't listen to your recruiter and lie about your anxiety as well.

Chances are it'll get a lot worse when you join. Then you'll be trying to get out.

People are going to be correcting you, "motivating" you, on your case, and you will be held to a higher standard. You'll be away from home friends and family and be stuck in different time zones. You're on salary. There is no overtime when you're working 12 hours 5 days a week.

The military isn't for everyone. You can always set goals, explore, and find something that motivates you.

[Anonymous]

Well what worries you the most? It is a years long commitment.

[Asker]

My anxiety problems. See I still have to be approved for it so it might not happen anyways but with the branch I'm joining they're pretty lienent on it. More worried my panic attacks will get worse

[Opinion Owner]

Gotcha
Are you currently being treated (medication or anything) for your anxiety?
And do you feel that the military is your "only way out" of a dead end job or what are your other big motivators?

[Asker]

Nah I've been off the meds for a month now. Kind of but this is something I've been wanting to do for the past 3 to 4 years and I feel like if I don't ill regret it forever. Really have no interest in anything else so yea I feel it's kind of a way out of being so bored

[Opinion Owner]

I think you should consider the results of if you do join the military before officially enrolling. I feel that you are pressuring yourself into making a drastic change in your life, which is great that you want to develop your life. But your main reasons for wanting to join should be true to your heart. Yes it will keep you productive, but are you willing to commit? Is there a reason (s) in your heart for wanting to join besides boredom?

[Asker]

Sorry for the late response but I'm willing to commit but I just keep having doubts and worries. There are other reasons why i want to join. Mainly I just want to be one of those guys. It's kind of a self thing where I can say one day I was part of it. Not to gloat to random people though. Can't stand people like that. It'd be something to be proud of is all I'm saying I guess.

[Opinion Owner]

Yeah I get what you mean. Whatever ends up happening, best of luck to you my friend.

[blarenbond]

Have you created a list of pros and cons for it?

[Anonymous]

Don’t.