Why do young men today shrink when they see my USMC bicep tattoo at the gym, when 10 years ago their energy said, "I can be a Marine if I want to be one." I'm not talking about the decision to join the military, but rather a deep doubt of being able to accomplish the task of becoming a U.S. Marine.

Grand-Juggernaut6937 · 2024-03-27T15:47:57+00:00

Tell me you have a membership at planet fitness without telling me you have a membership at planet fitness

But honestly I think it’s just a politeness thing. Today’s society doesn’t reward militaristic or overly confident behavior from men in mixed company

skcuf2 · 2024-03-27T15:58:02+00:00

Not sure what you mean when you say men shrink, but I don't know there's a lot left to fight for in this country. Our government is actively trying to erode our freedom. Any time anyone gets killed or has their feelings hurt we see mass calls for restrictions of freedoms. Not to mention the wealth redistribution bullshit.

Smeg-life · 2024-03-27T16:13:38+00:00

Honestly if they see a USMC tattoo they may also think that you are an online gamer who has gone too deep into fantasy land.

This article has some interesting reasons why people are not interested in the military although the US Marines seem to be meeting their recruitment targets at least.

https://usafacts.org/articles/military-recruitment-is-down/

BigPhilip · 2024-03-27T16:25:58+00:00

I am in the EU (I know, I know.....), and here there aren't many veterans around, but I get what you mean.

People 30 years ago were shorter, but more muscular.... it could be stuff in the food, pollution, and all those plastics that literally go everywhere....

And then there is also society who wants men to be muscular, but only to post silly photos on IG... they are not supposed to have a masculine role in society, and that's sad.

If I had a US Marine in the gym with me at the time, it surely would have been inspiring... and I'm talking about 10, 15 years ago....

Mobile_Lumpy · 2024-03-27T16:36:23+00:00

Well for the last 10 years, the message from the US military is that they care more about DEI and gender pronouns than being about being the most god damn alpha fighting force that it needs to be. Still have mad respect to veterans who served, but when even the vets getting out of the service is telling young men that the US military in 2024 is not the same culturally as it was, and not for the better, I certainly don't want to be a US marine right now. Still thank you for your service though and mad respect.

Arealgeneral23 · 2024-03-27T17:29:00+00:00

personally idk what a USMC tattoo even looks like or what it means so if I randomly saw it at the gym I wouldn't care. Not bashing on soldiers. I just don't believe in the US military at all. This isn't masculinity dying this is men waking up to the military industrial complex and our corrupt government.

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I also want to add you should be proud that the younger generation of men is standing up and fighting against the "men are expendable narrative". We can display our strength and physical capabilities by doing activities that don't view men as expendable such as rock climbing, hiking, strength training, etc.

If anything you should be proud of the evolution of masculinity as someone who has served.

OppositeBeautiful601 · 2024-03-27T17:02:03+00:00

The notion, "men are dangerous" is probably hammered into their heads. They see a USMC bicep tattoo on a muscular man and they probably assume that your are aggressive and violent. It sucks.

bigdickk71 · 2024-03-27T18:38:04+00:00

Never wanted to be a jarhead

WannabeLeagueBowler · 2024-03-27T17:16:52+00:00

I look for the nearest cry closet because I am ashamed of my puny girl arms that couldn't fit a humungo jarhead logo in all its glory. Thank you for your service, protecting our greatest ally, Zelensky.

justanotherdude68 · 2024-03-27T19:33:25+00:00

Well, being a veteran, I’m constantly annoyed at people that base their identities around being a veteran.

Also: nothing screams “I was a fobbit” like a USMC tattoo.

daft_boy_dim · 2024-03-27T17:50:59+00:00

What does your main character syndrome have to do with men’s rights?

Morden013 · 2024-03-27T17:11:02+00:00

Wouldn't bother me a bit. I would probably ask you to share some stories over a beer. Then again, I'm not a young man.

I think this is simply the modern times. It used to be a thing of pride to be a soldier and serve your country. Marines were always at the top of the list. Discipline. Precision. Strength...etc.

Today, even a sloth like Trump takes cheap shots at the veterans and calls them losers. Fucking shame.

No_Vacation293 · 2024-03-27T17:28:01+00:00

Too much soy and estrogen my friend, probably no dad in their home staying on them about something all the time growing up (which is actually healthy, my dad taught me the world has a lot of opposition by being an opposition at times). I wanted to join the military as well but I have spinal issues, but I remember that burning desire to prove to not only the world but myself that I was capable of being an American badass, doing arguably the most masculine thing a guy can do (going to war). But these young dudes are wired differently, I feel bad for them honestly…

amongstTheIdiots · 2024-03-27T17:01:06+00:00

Semper Fi, brother.

Tea4089 · 2024-03-27T20:29:12+00:00

Read the intro of the sub.

Roamer56 · 2024-03-28T15:38:01+00:00

They’re scared of you. Not me. A jarhead can be lotsa fun.

ColumbiaArmy · 2024-03-30T08:05:54+00:00

Have you heard the Dutch and British Marines are each better than the American version???

plyslz · 2024-04-08T19:56:38+00:00

Why do young men today shrink

Oh, sweet summer child, you'll get used to it - it's just part of being ALPHA baby!

Like, when I go to the gym, my monster dong amazes and astounds people when I'm on the treadmill. I strap it down, but dong gunna do, what dong gonna do - kthawk, kthawk, kthawk - with each fucking strides... it's like a thunder clap lol lol lol, eggplant emogi, winki face.

I've just gotten used to it... I mean when other men first started averting their eyes and bowing their heads when I walked by, I thought it was weird, but now its just part of my life.

Loud and proud Marine! Semper Filletio!

Minute-Judgment9472 · 2024-03-27T19:11:51+00:00

Dude, no one my age wants to die for this fucking empire anymore. We aren’t even the good guys most of the time contrary to popular belief. This country is a cesspit of degeneracy, consumerism, nihilism, and filth. We try to export the same to the rest of the planet. The sooner the current hegemony is gone the better.

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