Should I let my fear hold me back from doing what I want to do in life?

[Anonymous]

Im 24 and I've been wanting to join the military for a good 3 or 4 years now. Its on my mind everyday. I dont want to join just the regular military though. What i want to do is more risky and dangerous. The training alone could kill you. That's what I love about it though

I don't consider myself christian because I'm not very into it but I've always believed there is a God. Too many people say they are when it's obvious they aren't. One of my biggest fears though is going to hell when I die. I'm pretty sure I would if I died right now because I don't think I'm saved and that's what's holding me back. Im not scared of dying. I'm scared of what happens to me after. I got a friend at work who was in Iraq in 2004-8 and he says shouldn't worry about that. Thinks I'd do great in the military and I shouldn't let that fear hold me back.

I just really don't know what I should do. I really don't want to do anything else

[SueShe]

Fears are a good counselor. If your fears hold you back, then it is for a good reason.

You might find yourself to be tough but if you have such fears that hold you from doing what you want to do, it is because you are not strong enough to fight them.

Also, wanting a dangerous job as you describe it clearly indicates that, deep inside, you are a very violent person and this violence is taking the best of you. Ask yourself why you want to join the army?

If you live in the US, then the answer is clear. The US society is by definition a very violent and belligerent society by nature. The US army is an offensive army, meaning that the motives of the leaders is to attempt to rule the world, regardless of the costs in human lives.

By wanting to go to the army you accept, endorse and agree to kill civilians for the mere pride and megalomania of the dictators ruling your country.

[Asker]

Lol what? That's the most liberal shit I've ever heard. No offense. I'm not going to get into the whole killing civilians antiwar bullshit. a lot of Americans just want to believe soldiers are evil when they have no idea what war is actually like. War isn't pretty and shit happens. You can't control everything in war. It's not possible. Not saying all soldiers are saints either. Just like not every cop is good.

[Asker]

Still appreciate the reply though

[kylee2437]

You are thinking too much into it and manifesting negativity behind serving. The purpose of enlisting is because you want to protect your rights, other peoples right and your country. I think you are thinking about the least important thing possible. Your friend is serving and talks to you. He’s still alive and he is telling you straight up , that it’s a small issue to overthink

[Asker]

I tend to overthink a lot

[Staximus]

One of my friends is an Iraq war vet. He's all fucked up in the head from having to shoot a bunch of Iraqis. They were all trying to kill him or his fellow soldiers, but he still has a hard time dealing with it. Be careful what you wish for. You want a really dangerous job, there's always a price you have to pay. The price is usually your life or your sanity. If you walk away with both after it's over, you're one of the lucky few.

[Asker]

Yea it's shitty. My friend kind of haves some problems too but no major ptsd. He just can't do loud noises that sounds like bombs. He's gotta stay inside on 4th of July or it gives him bad anxiety

[Dinklex3]

You already know what you want to do and you've already stated you don't want to do anything else.

What's being scared going to do?

Just do it.

[Guy13]

No way. Move forward

[hypojoe]

Become marine if you can

[joeldalton]

Go for it. You'll regret it if you don't

[Anonymous]

Hey, want to be a warmonger, go ahead.

[Asker]

Lol you guys give me a good chuckle