come on guys nobody wants to see there little girl holding a M-16
and going on missions. so here what i need help with how do i tell my parents that i wnat to join the Marines? and dont forget that my parents hate the military with a passion!
2007-02-26 10:52:35 · 14 answers · asked by navy_girl 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Oh really, I know many women, to include myself, join the armed forces and stay 20 plus years. Our parents are/were proud of us... what would make your parents any different?
Tell them you are joining. Once you are 18, they have no hold on what you decide to do with your life.
Depending on if you go in as enlisted or officer... is what weapon you carry. M-16 or 9mm
Go Air Force, they are the better of all branches when it comes to treating their personnel like humans. Marines are the worst, they brainwash you... and if you are weak... you might not make it through their basic training. Watch "Full Metal Jacket"... wouldn't want you to do as the one man does in that movie.
2007-02-26 11:01:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just be prepared when you talk to them. It is YOUR decision (assuming you are old enough to not need a consent form) but parents are going to worry about their children... it's only natural. In order to help ease their minds about it, be ready to explain your thought process.
Make sure you can answer the question, "Why do you want to be a Marine?" and other variants like, "The Air Force is so much safer... why don't you join that if you feel like you have to serve?"
Make a list of the benefits you'll receive by serving. It's a pretty long list. VA home loan program, money for college, technical training (possibly, depending on your MOS), etc...
You can add some habits/traits that you'll develop that will serve you well throughout your life and are considered valuable by employers. A list like that would include teamwork, dependability, ability to rapidly assess information and make decisions, etc...
Being a Marine is a major commitment and huge life decision... you'll want to have asked yourself all these questions anyway and balanced them against the risks and downsides of serving.
If you have a good reason for why you want to be a Marine and can explain some of the many ways that serving will benefit you for the rest of your life, they should be a lot more receptive to the idea. Of course, if they truly hate the military then they probably won't support your decision anyway... at least not initially... but at least you'll know that you tried to give them your reasoning behind the decision.
Good luck!
2007-02-26 11:35:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it's quite simple. You will never be holding a M-16 and going on very dangerous missions. The USMC has strict regulations on women in combat. They don't believe in it. Don't tell them it's for college cause thats just bullshit you want college money goto to Air Force. If you have to ask other people for advice on how to tell you parents that you want to join the Marines maybe you aren't suited for it. Just tell them straight up. Just don't make any rash judgements that you will regret later. Check out the other forces. Remember the Marine Corps Motto, Strong Back Weak Mind.
2007-02-26 11:53:42 · answer #3 · answered by matthewjayne20 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming you do not need your parents consent just sit down and tell them your plans. They will come around to the idea. There is not much higher calling than to serve your country in the military.
When I enlisted during the VietNam war my mother went nuts (very anti war). My dad was supportive (former Navy Pilot).
2007-02-26 11:58:59 · answer #4 · answered by mr_methane_gasman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send them a letter from bootcamp.
My parents were againgst me joining the Marines too. They will survive.
2007-02-27 04:34:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well first start out by saying something like, i want to talk to you about my career. (that should be the first thing to say before you say i want to be a marine) then say something like, i know you dont like the military but i want to join it. you should give the military a chance and please think about my choice. this is my dream job and i hope you understand. even if you dont i am planning to join it. then talk about why you want to be part of it. explain EVERYTHING you can about being part of the military. let your parents know you WANT to be part of your dream job and hopefully they agree. but dont be TOO soft you should at least state once that i still want to join the military even if you disagree. I HOPE THIS HELPS AND THAT YOUR PARENTS AGREE!!
2007-02-26 11:04:00 · answer #6 · answered by puppy1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good Luck!... "combat missions"...there are no woman Marines in combat MOS's...the next for years will most likely be spent fending off drunk ,stupid,Marines trying to get down your pant's.
" how do i tell my parents that i want to be a marine? "..Look them right in the eye and tell them.
If you need attention from men ..the corps...is the place to be.
good luck..........
2007-02-26 15:24:54 · answer #7 · answered by Alpha Wolf(Bringer of Rain) 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that you love your country and that you want to serve with the finest men and women on the planet
2007-02-26 11:59:30 · answer #8 · answered by kenai_sailor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try this - pretend your parents are humans and sit down and ask them of their opinion
You would be amazed of how parents treat you when you act mature
2007-02-26 11:34:52 · answer #9 · answered by Debbie R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if i was you i would sit them down and tell them why i want to do it i know it will be horibble but its the only way you can do it if you dont them you will live a nightmare becuase you didnt do what you wanted..
i hope i helped you x
good luck x
2007-02-26 10:59:14 · answer #10 · answered by Princess_Sophi.ox 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋