About this episode
Send us a text We listen to you, and we want you to succeed. That's it, that's the whole mission here. This conversation revolves around a parent's concern about their son's desire to become a PJ, despite the mother's lack of support. The hosts discuss the importance of having a support system and address misconceptions parents may have about the military. They emphasize the sense of family and camaraderie within the military community, as well as the dedication of instructors and teammates to protect and support each other. The conversation explores the dynamics of parenting and the challenges of supporting a child's career choices, emphasizing the importance of understanding and communication between parents and children. The hosts conclude with advice for fathers on how to help the mother accept their son's decision to join the military. The key takeaway is to have open and honest conversations, even tough ones, and to address concerns and fears head-on. Hopefully, this episode helps you all in your communication with your parents and others that might not understand what you're trying to do. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Merchandise 02:14 Discussion of the Question 03:13 Unpacking the Question and Personal Experiences 08:02 Parents' Misgivings and Understanding the Military Community 12:50 Approaching the Conversation with the Mother 24:40 Alternative Perspectives and Personal Growth 10:06 The Duality of Parental Love 25:31 Commitment and Dedication in Pursuing a Military Career 47:20 Navigating Tough Conversations 48:15 Surrounding Yourself with Support 52:39 The Importance of Commitment Support the show Join this channel to get access to perks: HERE Buzzsprout Subscription page: HERE Register for our Operator Training Summit: OperatorTrainingSummit.com Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete Danger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY DFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY ...