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02-24-2012, 02:33 AM | #1 |
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Its gotten to the point that the only people I really ever converse with are my fellow members on the tank.
I got out of the military in 2009. I have trouble relating to people around me. I go to college but I make no real connection to my fellow students. Sometimes I go weeks without really talking to anyone. Its strange, but its like I dont see my fellow Americans the way I used to anymore. A lot of folks just seem to exist...its like they're not really there. I miss the guys in my old shop. I miss my old ship. At least there I knew what my position was. I'm in school and I just dont feel like I belong. Even in regular public places, I dont know what to do. I cant even go back to the Navy. Its not my Navy anymore. So many policy changes. Spoiled recruits, etc... I just get this strong feeling of isolation and an overwhelming feeling of being down. all the time. I try to occupy my time though. I guess thats why I got back into collecting Joes. and Customizing. I take my dog to the park when I can. Every morning, like clockwork... I wake up, I shower, dress, walk the dog, go to class, come home, walk the dog, maybe do something, walk the dog, sleep. it repeats over and over again. everyday its the same thing. I have a girlfriend, but she's got her own concerns, and classes to attend. I havent seen her in a week. I just get this feeling like sometimes I dont even want to get out of bed. I had a job working in a deli. But the customers just piss me off for some weird reason. So I quit. To whoever actually reads this all the way through, I'm sorry about the rant. I just needed to write this down.
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02-24-2012, 02:46 AM | #2 |
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I'm no BFJ, but you should really look into talking to someone who is trained and capable of assisting you. Please look at Mental Health Home . There's a wealth of info and even some phone #'s you can call if you feel the need.
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02-24-2012, 02:49 AM | #3 |
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Damn bro. You need to make a change. I'll tell you right now that two things went through my mind while reading that. 1) Don't kill yourself, and 2) You sound depressed. I'll tell you right now that I feel the same sometimes now that I'm back in school, but it's all a means towards an end, brother. Once you're done with school things will get better, you'll have more freedom. After high school, I went to college for a year and dropped out because it just wasn't for me. I worked a retail job and saved up enough to go on a nice vacation somewhere. Then I'd work more until I had enough for another. I spent years doing that. I could have saved money had I not vacationed so much, but it's what I wanted to do and it gave me something to look forward to. Find something worth working for, something you're passionate about and give yourself goals and reward yourself with those things. Live isn't all rosy, man, but we gotta enjoy it while we're in it.
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02-24-2012, 02:57 AM | #4 |
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oh, dont worry about me killing myself or anything. I have responsibilities.
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02-24-2012, 03:06 AM | #5 |
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Its gotten to the point that the only people I really ever converse with are my fellow members on the tank.
I got out of the military in 2009. I have trouble relating to people around me. I go to college but I make no real connection to my fellow students. Sometimes I go weeks without really talking to anyone. Its strange, but its like I dont see my fellow Americans the way I used to anymore. A lot of folks just seem to exist...its like they're not really there. I miss the guys in my old shop. I miss my old ship. At least there I knew what my position was. I'm in school and I just dont feel like I belong. Even in regular public places, I dont know what to do. I cant even go back to the Navy. Its not my Navy anymore. So many policy changes. Spoiled recruits, etc... I just get this strong feeling of isolation and an overwhelming feeling of being down. all the time. I try to occupy my time though. I guess thats why I got back into collecting Joes. and Customizing. I take my dog to the park when I can. Every morning, like clockwork... I wake up, I shower, dress, walk the dog, go to class, come home, walk the dog, maybe do something, walk the dog, sleep. it repeats over and over again. everyday its the same thing. I have a girlfriend, but she's got her own concerns, and classes to attend. I havent seen her in a week. I just get this feeling like sometimes I dont even want to get out of bed. I had a job working in a deli. But the customers just piss me off for some weird reason. So I quit. To whoever actually reads this all the way through, I'm sorry about the rant. I just needed to write this down. Last edited by Headman; 02-24-2012 at 03:08 AM.. |
02-24-2012, 04:34 AM | #6 |
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I hear you, I retired in May from the Navy. (Corpsman) Its tough, I'm trying to make ends meet, the pay just isn't enough and I was lucky to get a GS job right away and I'm going to school (gotta love the checks for school. Have you talked with the VA for PTSD? Did you have any bad experiences while in? I get down too and miss the life, but thankfully I'm working at the hospital where I was working while active. Have you tried getting a GS job in what you were doing? It might bring back some of that "family" feeling.
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02-24-2012, 07:16 AM | #7 |
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Talk to some people bro. My brother experienced something like this. He is better know but you gotta take the 1st step. Good luck
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02-24-2012, 08:35 AM | #8 |
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iv'e been out of the military since 2007...i understand fully what your enduring at present and it is a slippery slope,but in all honesty...you've just gotta say to yourself "fuck it,life goes on".pull yourself together and get back out there amongst it.it is difficult adjusting to civvy street but rome was'nt built in a day,you will get there eventually...so chin-up mate!
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02-24-2012, 09:19 AM | #9 |
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I'm sure other vets have experienced the same thing.
In fact, there's a commercial on the local radio, about Vets going to their local vets center for help. The commercial has vets describing feeling exactly like you are. So yeah, go seek help. You're not alone.
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02-24-2012, 09:27 AM | #10 |
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you should watch Fight Club,
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