My son was entertaining thoughts of entering service and I told him to wait. Right now is a VERY bad time to go in and listed all the reasons. I did 24yrs myself and punched out in 2012 like I had JATO rockets lit up my ass. Sadly, I would and could have done more had I not seen the writing on the wall. I knew it was going to get worse and wanted no part of it.

Tough times for all military members these days and I wish there were words of encouragement to give to hang in there, but I am at a loss. Just not worth it anymore.

Sorry for you brother, I know it's a tough break considering all the time and life you've given. Just know with that experience you gained, there's a ton of job opportunities waiting to snap you up on the outside. Start looking, they're there.