When I had a problem, we didn't discuss it as equals, he told me I needed to "be more like the other Navy girlfriends" or "I have the same issues as ____ wife, you should talk to her." He only does it because if he didn't that would be desertion. Dating an active duty military woman comes with a unique set of challenges. If he seems like an awesome guy, he probably is. He was a very sweet guy, absolutely nurturing, caring, and funny. My boyfriend is leaving for Basic Training for the Air Force in January, so he's not quite a "military man" yet, but I'll be honest and say that I'm terrified of it. I hope you guys enjoy the video!! It's his job, not his whole personality-- and I'm really glad that he doesn't really socialize with his coworkers outside of work, because there are a lot of very bro-y macho dudes on the few occasions we've done anything with is colleagues, and it's super unappealing. Perfect pros be no fun. There are definitely some dos and donts that youll want to be aware of when pursuing a romantic relationship with a female soldier. The problem I have found when it comes to men in the military that are real dicks is that they joined the military for all the wrong reasons. Think of him as your personal hero. And it's shitty, but I think you're also right about people who don't have options, too. My first big crush at 15. They could be in formation, in the field, or waiting in line to use the phone. His friends: Substance abuse. He went from being my partner, to being a sailor with a girlfriend. Folks in the military, I think, are inherently good, but because of military culture and various experiences that cause PTSD and the reasons that made them want to join are the things that turn them into somewhat immature/occasionally abusive men and women. Do you find that him/her joining the military earlier in life or later makes a big difference? During boot man and singles, I wrote guys almost every day. I won't do it again. So I decided to try three of them for a month. 8 True Stories About Dating In The Military. Give your man a chance. They cheat on you. He said that was cool and we'd try that, but just ghosted me right after that. Thats not the case with everyone though obviously. Mine hates getting up in the morning. So I struggle with knowing how much better he could likely have it, with the job skills he has. Negative, negative, negative, negative. And call it socially constructed, biologically motivated, or I think one of the most important qualities is being well-adjusted and handling stress well. I struggle with it and second guess myself and whether I can handle it all of the time. One night stand. You will have to spend time apart. I have no experience with long term relationships (outside of room mates, who are males). (ETA: we're Canadian and I think that somewhat makes a difference.). 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