My nephew is thinking about joining the military but I'm not sure he's ready. Is it wrong for me to try talking him out of it?

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I see a lot of people come in wanting to save the world or not knowing what else is out there for them and they are definitely the ones who do not do as well. However, he may really feel called to it and be a great soldier. Have you talked it through with him, why you think it's a good idea and maybe why you think he personally should wait? Talked through the realities, et al?

You don't have to necessarily talk him out of it but have a talk with him and ask him questions to see if he has thought everything out

Well since he's only thinking about it right now, I would giv e him space to come to a conclusion on his own. He probably has so many people pulling him in different directions

Why do you think he is not ready? Don't talk to him like you are trying to talk him out of the idea. Just give him a good picture and description of the pros and cons of joining the military. Then give him time to contemplate on his decision after hearing you out.

I think most people think of joining with genuinely good intentions of patriotism and a sense of duty. Someone has to defend the country, and many people feel called to do that. Most likely this is him as well. Don't deny him the opportunity to experience that. There are genuine downsides to military life, it would help him if you highlight the good and bad.

I do not think anyone is completely ready when they come into the military. It is an attitude and lifestyle adjustment. If he think he is ready, maybe show him the bigger picture, or go with him to the recruiting office to make sure he is getting a clear picture and not a fantasy story by a bad recruiter trying to make his quota. Most are good, however there are some shady ones.

Talk him out like persuade him to reconsider his decisions? I don't think that's necessary. Just give him a rough idea and let him decide for himself.

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