Think of it this way too - what would we think of a male officer dating an enlisted woman? Many would see that as a breach of power Reply reply explosive_hazard • Pretty much every female Marine I’ve met was constantly in a relationship or married and didn’t stay single very long. Yet when you date a Marine, you are often looking for a Sep 23, 2021 · If your heart is already with a Marine, you understand the challenges of a military relationship. Find out more about the benefits and drawbacks here. Dec 12, 2017 · Im dating an ex marine combat veteran soldier. MARSOC is at Camp Pendleton and Camp Lejeune We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. 18 votes, 19 comments. Lately our relationship is struggling a bit. i’ve never dated someone doing training for the military before and i just wanted some advice on how things will go We have been through a lot together and he made the decision to go to marine basic training. He is most likely not planning on transitioning and will go the MARSOC route. Joining the Marines just gave him an excuse to act entitled and wear his dress blues everywhere like an asshole. Dec 22, 2023 · How to Date a Marine: Understanding Their World Embarking on a relationship with a Marine means stepping into a world where duty, honor, and commitment are not just words, but a way of life. Basically, to date someone in the military, you have to have a huge amount of tolerance for ambiguity, uncertainty, and secrecy, on top of all the stuff that comes with long-distance relationships. Explore the 9th edition of Everything's an Argument, a college textbook on rhetoric and argumentation. He texted me he's in love with me, yet he doesn't really show me so. Sleeping with/dating someone on the ship can be fun for a little while, but gets ugly if things go sideways (not to mention being against company policy in a lot of cases). Camp Lejeune is in Jacksonville NC, it is not remotely close to being a large city. Does anyone have experience or even second hand experience? I’m just curious. He dissapears Local news, sports, business, politics, entertainment, travel, restaurants and opinion for Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. However, I probably would not date a current or retired police officer because my personal experience with police officers, as a teacher of predominantly Black teenagers, was heart wrenching. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. And it can even throw veterans dating other veterans into unfamiliar ground And if this is what will make him happy and further his career goals, well, we’ll figure it out. It is a horrible place to be stationed as a single Marine. Unfortunately my sister dated a (now-ex) Marine who was a total douche-bag, BUT he was like that before he joined. From long distance to resilience, this article delves into the unique challenges of loving a military service member. If the ex and I have a legitimate relationship, then that should be respected, because, after all, you aren’t dating anymore Are relationships and dating in the military really that bad while in active duty? From reading posts on r/military and reddit as a whole, I keep hearing to not get married or date while you're in. But just how much different is it? Here are eight things to consider before jumping into a relationship with someone in uniform. The only issue I've had is if someone has PTSD or similar issues and refuses to seek additional help (therapy) etc and places the burden on me to be their listening ear 100% of the time or is violent/abusive. Understanding the demanding nature of military life is crucial for anyone considering dating a Marine. 14 votes, 20 comments. This is a sub that intends to be positive about dating, sex, and relationships over 40, and that includes being positive or at least civil towards all genders and life stages. While there are certainly some downsides to dating a Marine, if you’re the perfect fit as a couple, you’ll likely see more pros than cons. All jokes aside, from my experience in dating, I had several first and only dates with women that were either married or dated marines and quite a few were on the physical receiving end of hands being thrown from said marines. Most of the people I've known who make it work long term end up dating someone else in the industry, but it's not easy finding someone like that. Date who you want, be friends with who you want. . We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Long distance relationships can be very hard, and it sounds like this hitch is completely new to him. Is this possible since 9/11?… Dating a Marine: what’s your experience? My boyfriend just left a couple days ago for Marine bootcamp and I’m having a tough time adjusting, mostly because I don’t know what to expect. Marine dating : r/dating r/dating Current search is within r/dating Remove r/dating filter and expand search to all of Reddit Seeing from your profile that you appear to be stationed at Camp Pendleton, if I were in your shoes (I am not - I have been married for 10 years and was dating my wife before dating apps became a thing), I would set my location on dating apps to Tijuana. Huh, pussies. He's from a culture that is pretty cold already, but being in the military just contributed even more to that. That’s codified in the UCMJ. He is 20 years old doing what a 20 year old Marine would do - grab the closest fish. The same can be said for anyone who is dating a Marine and is introduced to the confusing world of the Marine Corps. 6, 2021. Nov 17, 2023 · When you enter a relationship with a marine veteran, you’re not just dating an individual, you’re connecting with a history and a set of values that have been honed through one of the most challenging environments imaginable. Just started dating a former marine (33M) and he told me he was in the Marines for 4 years and decided not to re-enlist. 1. He was deployed 3 times to Iraq and Afghanistan as a Marine. Ex-Marine means he got dishonorably U. Archived post. Can I get some happy news or stories about marine bf and their gf’s long distant relationships? I would also like to hear… Your choices at Lejeune are 1) a Marine, 2) the wife of a Marine, and 3) the daughter of a Marine. Dating a service member or veteran can be challenging for a civilian unfamiliar with the world of military life. Advice on dating a marine Hey, f (18), my boyfriend, m (18), will be joining the marines in a month. To help me better prepare for the next step in our lives I'm ex-military and I don't see an issue with dating someone who is current military or ex-military. The Marine Corps loves calling Marines into work, or to fill a duty slot right when you had something planned/were gonna take leave. The male to female ratio here is the highest in the nation for young single adults. I have never been with anyone in/formerly in the military before so I'm pretty naive about it. it’s been almost 2 months now and he comes to exeter to see me every time he’s allowed off camp. ", "Those retards and rejects in the Army aren't anywhere near the marksmen that a Marine is!", etc. I’m speaking to a marine and going on a date tonight, bought a few gifts, unsure of how to go about giving them to him without it making things awkward) Dating for me has always been really hard but I’m going on my first date with a marine. Militarymen will have many similarities and many differences from other men you’vedated. Trust your This is a place to discuss dating and relationships over 40. I totally understand your worry, I go through the same thing. So i met a training marine at a bar and we have gone on a few dates and it’s started to feel like it’s getting serious. He seems excited and I support him, I’ve never been the type to be interested in other people. Just because you have unresolved feelings for your ex doesn’t make it forbidden fruit for me. I hear so many things about dating “men in the military”. Jul 6, 2022 · Military News Military Branches Army 8 things civilians should know before dating someone in the military Dating a service member is different than dating a civilian. If you want to meet any eligible women, you need to travel to I had an ex who was very diligent with communicating, and after he got out of the Navy, he went home and got engrossed with his friends and family and stood me up many times when we had plans. S Marine in need of advice, ex still texts me and wants to hang out while in new relationship. Service members are independent and you shoul… We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. So I clearly have no problem. true LOL, if dating is a priority for you, you're joining for all the wrong reasons. Officers and enlisted personnel shall not date (exception if an enlisted member is married to another member, and one of them becomes an officer). Is it really that bad? Archived post. My father is a retired marine and dead beat father. And he wants to go to MARSOC? That isn’t SF SF = US Army Special Forces MARSOC = Marine Special Operations Command SOF= Special Operations Forces He would have to leave the marine corp and then enlist in the US Army. We are both in our mid-30s and… Dec 10, 2015 · I realized that while he left the military years ago, the military can not---and will not---leave him. As someone who is in an LDR (full relationship has been 2 years) with a Marine who’s been deployed for a few months, you have to understand that their work up to deployment is busy and grueling. : r/dating_advice Scan this QR code to download the app now Or check it out in the app stores     TOPICS Gaming Sports Business Crypto Television Celebrity RESOURCES POPULAR POSTS Copy link Go to dating_advice r/dating_advice r He seems too good to be true. You'll be so much better off in the long run, and if men in uniform are your thing, there are a multitude of bases throughout the continental United States for every branch of the military for you to find your match. Reply reply more reply more reply More replies more replies more replies More replies My dad and grandfather are both navy veterans and my husband is active duty navy. He's been out of the military for probably over 10 years at this point. I know some girls that wouldn't want to date active duty because they wouldn't want to be apart a lot but I do not know anyone that would be against dating a veteran. Don’t even think about dating someone in the military if you aren’t prepared to commit to that person, and potentially give up your entire life and career for them, because it can happen with very little notice. It's not a place to push gendered agendas; it's not a place to talk about all the reasons not to date; it's not a place to talk about everything wrong with dating people over 40; and it's not a place to talk about everything that's wrong with your target gender. Hes been very confusing. My grandma used to try to make me go down to Charleston and find me a nuke 🙄 Anyway I ended up meeting my husband while he was in STA-21. I've been dating a former marine since March and he is the most wonderful person. I'll try to keep this short. Reply halpobiwan • One of my best friends went through a rough break up and had it followed up by a roommate of his dating his ex, and it messed him up big time. And I was wondering if there was anyone who’s had experience dating anyone in the military. Got frustrated when I didn't automatically say yes. [r/bestof] Marine redditor explains to woman redditor how to approach dating someone with PTSD If you follow any of the above links, respect the rules of reddit and don't vote or comment. My [20F] Marine boyfriend [27M] of 2 years wants me to marry him before deployment. Dating a former marine, could use some advice. Idk if they just didn’t like being single or like you said it was a way to have constant sex without looking like a ho haha. since October who is considered by the military to be 40 percent disabled. There really isn't anything you can do except to apologize and move on. While you may not see all of these things at once, it’s good to knowwhat to expect in particular situations before they happen, that way you are prepared. I never wanted to date someone in the military because I had a bad association with them. The first thing anyone will do when considering joining the military is look for information. This section explores the core aspects of the marine mindset and how their service impacts personal relationships. : r/relationships     TOPICS POPULAR POSTS Go to relationships r/relationships r/relationships U. Jan 6, 2026 · NPR tracked 1,575 criminal cases stemming from the events of Jan. Those were just some examples, it's best to give him confidence in these times by telling him he's a big, strong, handsome guy. S Marine needing good advice from sensible people. Staffy don’t care you’ve been planning something together for four weeks, he needs that duty slot filled or else. The database also provides publicly accessible — and searchable — information, including, in hundreds of cases, video evidence from exhibits filed by the Department of Justice in federal court. Something I would like to mention though: he is a former Marine. Young men and women join the military looking to serve their country, opportunities in education, adventure, and so much more. Ex texts/wants to see me while in new relationship. I call him a robot because he never seems to show emotion. Basically asking to share personal experiences if you can. Jun 20, 2024 · Dating a Marine, whether he/she is active duty or retired, can have its pros and cons. Anything advice or tips would be greatly appreciated! Tldr; any tips or advice for dating someone in the military, specifically the marines? Archived post. I am a very clumsy person by nature, which scares the bejesus out of my husband whenever I drop something. And, sometimes, you just have to lighten up because the military lifestyle will drive you crazy otherwise. We met on Facebook dating and after exchanging numbers and talking on the phone he deleted his profile. I've been dating a retired Marine Sgt. Covers critical thinking, social media, and accessibility for all learners. I want to understand what it is to be a Marine, and I don’t want to hold him back. I want to know how best to support him from now on that he’s chosen this path. Im here to find out what ptsd suffering veterans need in a relationship for it to function well? I have been dating him for a year. Share Sort by: Best Open comment sort options Best Top New Controversial Old Q&A rainbowgirl6 • I’ve been married to my merchant marine for almost 14 years, together 16. After seeing how that affected him, as a rule I do not date exes of friends, nor do I date friends of exes Reply reply dylan85273 • Aug 15, 2023 · Discover the highs and lows of dating a Marine. Stay updated with the latest news and stories from around the world on Google News. Move on, hon. After 2years of that neglect, I ended things with him. I think how they were raised has so much to do with how they will become after being in the military. And how they are different from others. He’ll be in training for the next 6 months with very minimal contact, then will get shipped off to his base.

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