The motivation to join the reserve

[HeadbuttJ]

I always liked military stuff since childhood, I read things about military and politics. But I have never thought of joining the army.
I am now seriously thinking about to join the army, maybe the reservist. But I am 32 now, I have beening working as an engineer for 8 years.
I am not a tall guy but considered fit at my height range. I researched a while and know that there are a number of roles in relation to technical support.
I wanna join and contribute my knowledge but I still feel nervous. Do you guys join the army with full confidence and bravery? Can anyone share what was your thought when you joined the army?

 

[wasteofrations2]

Don't think about it, just do it.

 

[RTU'd]

Don't think about it, just do it.

Exactly, think positive and crack on and apply.
Have you thought of which corps or regiment you want to join?

 

[Dafty duck]

The beer in the NAAFI was cheap.

 

[Snapper 25]

You've got nothing to loose by joining. You can leave at any time if you decide its not for you.

 

[Daxx]

Do it. You get free socks.

 

[Tartan_Terrier]

The chance to do something completely different in your free time and get paid for it too.
The social aspect, meeting new people from all over the country (and other countries too).
The chance to travel and see places and things that you'd never see as a tourist.
The chance to feel that you're part of something bigger, part of a team.
The chance to do something worthwhile.
Etc.

 

[Chimp]

The chance to do something completely different in your free time and get paid for it too.
The social aspect, meeting new people from all over the country (and other countries too).
The chance to travel and see places and things that you'd never see as a tourist.
The chance to feel that you're part of something bigger, part of a team.
The chance to do something worthwhile.
Etc.

And don’t forget the ultimate sacrifice.

 

[Tartan_Terrier]

And don’t forget the ultimate sacrifice.

Good point, you'll miss Emmerdale every Tuesday.