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<blockquote> <p>My parents have little money, but above all, my personality needs this military experience. Im shy, overly-sensitive, mildly depressed, have had social anxiety attacks, and havent quite learned the aggressiveness and boldness it takes to succeed.>></p> </blockquote>
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<p>Like others, I also think serving in the military is a noble thing. I am concerned, though, that the OP sees it as an antidote to the problems described above. Perhaps others will have a different take, but I would think being in the military would require aggressiveness and boldness. Academia allows people to think and re-think. But military action requires quick reflexes. Am I wrong?</p>