Would joining the army boost my confidence?

King Snookums

The army is great. i speant ten years in, got college paid for, made lots of friends, and saw the world. its not for everyone, but it may help. everyone here that bad talked the us army or any us armed forces can kiss my blk ***.

JaceNess

being a soldier would boost confidence... but is that all you want? cause joining the army has more consequences than raising your self-esteem.

you need to ask yourself is the pros weigh out the cons...

STEELER FAN

I really think that it will boost your confidence.

Norman O

Joining it won't do anything. Graduating from Boot Camp will turn you into a real man.

wnc817

Go to college.

cold.azn187um

i dont know, i hope it will boost mine

Kelsie Lane

my boyfriend has been in the army for 4 years. It's taught him control, honor, and just to be an overall better people. and to those who have negative comments to say: have you been in the army? it dosent leave you traumatized unless you let it. they prepare you very well. You should do it. It would be a good decision for your life. Free School and health care :-)

misseryman

I have been in the army for 3 years now, and first id like to say that there is no greater honor then having a purpose, and a sence of belonging. No where else will you work with people who will jump in front of a bullet for you. The people who you will see every day may be the last people you ever will see, they become more then friends they become family. second id like to say that it isnt the easiest thing in the world either there is a weight of responsibility in everything you do, you will work, sweat and bleed for the man or woman standing to the right and left of you. To me that is the greatest thing ever to stand next to people who need you and you will need them too.
Need confidence? how about a family who will sacrifice there lifes for you? .. why you still reading this?

Not2nite&DancefloorWhore

It might. But then again seeing war could totally mess you up. Plus from your avatar I can tell you have long hair, man...and joining the army will change that...buzzed at boot camp, high and tight the rest of the time.

Wocka wocka

It probably would, if you're tough enough to make it through basic training. If you let your drill seargent break you, it will go lower.

If you make it through, it will probably skyrocket your confidence.

Texas

LOL, you should watch "Full Metal Jacket", and then decide if that is who you wanna be.

Gunnery Sargent Hartman: "The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle. It is your killer instinct which must be harnessed if you expect to survive in combat. Your rifle is only a tool. It is a hard heart that kills. If your killer instincts are not clean and strong you will hesitate at the moment of truth. You will not kill. You will become dead Marines. And then you will be in a world of ****. Because Marines are not allowed to die without permission! Do you maggots understand?"

hazzard

well personally no when your going through training they find your weakness and shout you down, they call you all the names under the sun. if you want confidence building, go on courses to help you. Do stuff for other people like volunteering to help the homeless etc .Your confidence needs to start from within. I,f that is not cool for you then go on a makeover small things make a difference, like changing your style of clothing.getting your hair done etc...Maybe a female member of your family could help you in this department.I would say don't join the army but if its something you really want to do then go for it.

dimebag013

no absolutely not in basic they break you down and then they build you back up, if you already have low confidence you might not even make it through basic, but on the other hand if u do finish it would improve it slightly but not as much as u would think..

bbbby73

Well at least you admit ,if you think you won`t be bullied too much then Yes join ,the army can make people better and give them something to be proud of and a skill ..

Just wait until they are out of iraq

Bravephart

Eventually, maggot.

eric c

The us army is a great way to build self confidence and self worth, it gives you purpose and drive in life, I love it, the initial training wasn't even that hard, its not like it used to be...lol Contact your local recruiter- and if you dont think you can trust him or her contact me and ill point you in the right direction.

Dylan

Not during boot camp. But as soon as you completed boot camp, you would feel much better. Even superior to everyone else.

lilkevin

DONT DO IT ITS HARD SO NO *sawbs* *crys*

Jag2808

I joined at 18 basically to escape an abusive childhood. I had no confidence whatsoever. The first place I was sent was the gulf. 1990 conflict. I was horrified scared , no family who cares. The army made me the honest , helpful , and unjusgemental person I am now. It gave me a he'll of a lot of confidence and I made a lot of good friends. I class my army years as best years of my life. You have no choicebut to participate and you do things you never would imagine yourself to do. Sadly I had no option but to leave when I was left single parent to two children. As a woman and an absent father, my kids needed me. I couldn't tour and leave them 6 months at a time so left. I wish I could of continued. All I can say is go for it. Give it your best shot , and it could change your whole perspective on the important things in life like it did for me. Julia

Ash

If having a drill sgt. scream in your face every day makes you feel good about yourself, then yes.

Otherwise, I suggest you get an education and respect yourself.

patrick m

u do know its a 4 year deal right?

Samara S

There are many other ways to boost self confidence. Having someone yelling in my face is not the option that I would personally choose. Join a sport, band, or club. Belonging to a group helps a lot. It is even better if you can find something that you enjoy and are good at.

Nuclear Banana

I commend you in wanting to serve your country, but the Army isn't for everyone. While your in basic training you will be treated like a maggot, called names and scrub the floor with a tooth brush. It's 6 weeks of hell if you already don't have any self esteem. A recruiter will tell you what you want to here to sign on the dotted line. They have a quota they have to meet every month, so there job is to get you into the military, period. It's a major decision to be making and sometimes a life altering decision as well. The military will get you into great physical shape and you will have do endure some serious physical conditioning. It's a must that your mentally and physically ready for this challenge. If your not, don't do it until you feel you can handle the pressure that you will be faced with daily for 6 weeks. I'm not trying to scare you, but prepare you so there isn't any surprises.

Once your out of basic training, at least you are now treated like a person of the human race. But again, I truly do admire the younger generation wanting to think about joining the military. Vietnam 1968-1972

Crimson

...wow...I dont even want to answer this one, i just feel compelled to say that most of you are not worth defending.

The public has a horribly distorted view on the military. For example...all the idiots who talk about "full metal jacket". I'm really glad that movie changed peoples lives but this is a new era, and with it brings new standards.

Most people should really remember what section they are in before they start rambling on about how rough the military is when they haven't even seen a base.

swings1534

I think it'd be joining for the wrong reasons. Most of my military experience comes from Hollywood, but I'd imagine it can work both ways. Ever see Full Metal Jacket? It's probably not as bad an option now that Obama will be taking over. There's a ton of fighting going on in the world, just be sure you know what you're getting into.

Exitwound

Yes and no. Don't go in with that attitude, because the first 6 months are the roughest and they will break you down, just so they can build you back up. Try the reserves, and if you still want to join full time, then you can.

Vic the bulgar

I was confident prior to enlistment. If I hadn't been, I would of failed. You are looking to join for the wrong reasons.

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