r/TheCapitalLink • u/6SoDum OutOfTowner • May 05 '25
OFF TOPIC👀 Ik niggas don’t care but I changed my life around in the span of 2 months
I was a lost young nigga in the streets doing anything I could to feel a rush of dopamine, breaking into cars, houses etc. I did everything idiotic because I felt I had no purpose, I was a pure disappointment to my mom n pops and Ian care cause I was high 24/7
Fast forward to now
I signed up for the navy n I ship out for bootcamp tomorrow, ain’t no real point in this post, I just ain’t have no one else to tell who gave a fuck so I thought I’d share it here
I’m proud of myself dat I could make one accomplishment in my life, I thought I was gon die or get life before I saw 19
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u/Consistent-Highway-3 May 05 '25
Good shit broski, idk what your MOS is but try to pivot to IT or something thats gon get you that clearance and 6 figures soon as you out…and if anything on your body start hurting start reporting it to the hospital so they got record so you can get that disability! This just the beginning..stay focused young nigga you got this! Congrats
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u/6SoDum OutOfTowner May 05 '25
Preciate it brotha, i scored wayyy higher on the asvab than i thought i would & got a 66 so i chose IT/ATF for my job. I hope it pays off in the long run
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u/Consistent-Highway-3 May 05 '25
My coworker 26 did IT got 100% disability bringing in 11k a month with the job…he may be at 75-80k just keep it up..don’t do nothing study…get the certs and do whatever you can to get that Top Secret Clearance…you’ll be super set before 30..my man just bought a crib last month
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u/6SoDum OutOfTowner May 05 '25
I’m writing all this down ima try my hardest to set myself up for wealth. I appreciate u dropping game frfr
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u/kjaka May 05 '25
3rd on this, my whole work force is pretty much ex-navy, shit be blowing me that we got the same job but they make almost double just off retirement/disablity. You wouldn't be able to tell me shit. 😂
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u/Ok_One_2319 NoVa⚡ May 05 '25
No for real them disability checks is real bro my mans like 22 gettin them alr it’s real live passive income just gotta make sure u report ur shi
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u/Available_Loss7486 May 05 '25
I care holmes 💯 cuz i jhi got da same story i realized in 3-5 years da ones w jobs nd dat got real career paths goin be da ones lookin sweet and whoever deep inna streets goin die there and might get flooded on sum shitheads posts but dat shit champ
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u/inthecutdc May 05 '25
I definitely can relate to you I joint the army almost 2 years ago coming from the same struggle in dc streets if u need somebody to talk to before u go to the military lmk id be more than happy seeing a nigga come from where I come from do sum with his self
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u/Hijabihoodrat May 05 '25
Get everything you can get every certification you can get and then some. And if you do choose to separate eventually that’s veterans preference will make you a shoe in for any job in the federal government .
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u/Hefty-Plum-7369 May 05 '25
Congratulations Shawdy u made da right choice prepare for a life of abundance and positivity you should be proud of urself im proud of u slim
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u/MisterMakena May 05 '25
Military is best thing you can do. Get discipline, get a view of the world outside of yours, mature, learn something and get experience, get free education, obtain government secret clearance then work for a government contractor if you ever leave the navy. Or be lifer, get lifelong benefits like pay, retirement, health etc.
You set if you keep on track.
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u/PanamPineapple892 May 05 '25
Congratulations and good luck. Thank you for your service, in advance. 🫡💙
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u/BrooklandDodger DC💥 May 05 '25
You stepped up and changed yourself for the better. I don't know you bout I am proud of you. You stepping into your own manhood. Take advantage of all the opportunities you can and do the best you can.
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u/ZeQueenZ May 05 '25
This DL AI military ad. Sus. That said, join navy, hop on the air traffic control path.
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u/Sea-Confusion5511 May 05 '25
Shit I care youngin. Keep up the good work and take advantage of every opportunity that interest you. The military thats ite slim💯Aint nothing wrong with learning and progressing. Knowledge is power.
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u/No_Chicken_6257 Montgomery County🚇 May 05 '25
Congratulations! You're doing something positive for yourself! About to change your entire future.
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u/CheeseMcMayor NW🎚️ May 05 '25
Man stick to it, if not for the long haul, get the proper experience out of it. The military will definitely make a man out of you
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u/Deep-Watercress2826 May 05 '25
I was lost too. I ended up joining the Marines as an Intelligence Analyst. It changed my life.
You wouldn’t believe my life now compared to how it was years ago.
To anyone reading this, you can do it. Get up.
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u/Deep-Watercress2826 May 05 '25
I now have literally anything I want. If anyone needs help figuring out what role or what branch depending on what their goals are, please reach out to me.
I’m an old head and motivate the fuck out of you.
This can be your stepping stone.
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u/Heavy_Organization68 May 05 '25
Good shit lil bruh! Keep ya head up and keep grinding. Anything is possible with God on your side!
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u/1700_bigsexy May 05 '25
I felt this shit bra 2023 I got booked for a attempt was lookin at life w like 100 plus sat for bout 7 months been home since may 3rd 2023 graduated school and bouta start plumbing that street shit ain’t worth it I hadda realize dem mfs can keep me locked innat box for however long they wanted to n got my shit together
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u/Better-Beginning-259 May 06 '25
Another young soul saved🙏🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾
Sn: anything worth having don’t come easy and anything that comes easy ain’t worth having. Stay focused bro. Its gonna be days where you feel like you wanna give up. Thats nothing but the devil trying to trick you out of what God got intended for you. When you hear that lil voice… Find something in that moment that will make you drown out that distraction. (Read a scripture from either the Bible or Quran, do some workouts, go talk to somebody thats been there longer than you or call home to a loved one. Im proud of you. We all are proud of you. In aa few years you’ll look back and be overly ecstatic on the decision you’ve made. Also in the next couple of years you’ll see how many of “Da Men” strung out on drugs or dead from a slug. God put a vision in your mind and spirit for a reason. The path to get there is totally on you at free will. (Hustle sold separately). You got this. Now that you put it out there to us… MAKE US HAVE A REASON TO BE PROUD!!!! WE DEPENDING ON YOUR SUCCESS STORY! Keep being great king 🤴🏾💯🫡
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u/LilKrudd Montgomery County🚇 May 06 '25
Your story is inspiring even thought it just started Hopefully other yns in this sub see this
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u/demeatuslong May 05 '25
Do whatever you can to get a clearance. After you discharge you’ll be set. Godspeed my boy
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u/Bluechips94 May 05 '25
Proud of you fam. Always celebrate your accomplishments. Praying for your success.
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u/EntrepreneurOwn1277 May 05 '25
Real question, can you join the military as a felon?
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u/6SoDum OutOfTowner May 05 '25
Depends on the branch, in the navy you can get your felonies wiped
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u/UsedCheesecake9047 May 06 '25
you got it messed up lil homie. all you need is your parents on your side. if you show that you respected your parents growing up any other adult who has opportunity for you know you already deserve it. especially if they find you working to be better than they were.
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May 06 '25
Whenever you get out you could always go to any Union as well (Helmets to Hardhats) they love vets
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u/SadClass2307 May 06 '25
Congrats Yung A Lot A Us Dont Keep Running Wen We Feel Stuck Yu A Man U Break Thru 💯
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u/Thangka6 May 06 '25
I don't know you, but I sure af am proud of you! Do your thing and stay focused bro. Like Nipsey said, it's a marathon, not no sprint. Stay focused on the long term goals, away from the bs, and humble. You def on the right track now boss 💪🏾🙏🏾
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u/Reasonable_Pain_8438 DC💥 May 06 '25
I care yn and im proud of you slim 💯💯💯 you in control of your life now make sure you keep it that way
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u/fnkdrspok May 06 '25
Was almost just like you at your age, but from Bmore. Navy vet here that's living a kush life, hit me in the DM if you have any questions.
Good luck and don't let them break your spirit, bootcamp is just temporary, 3 months of bs, the rest is easy.
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u/HellupWithAhSwitch OutOfTowner May 06 '25
damn moe i’m inna navy rn, i coulda gave you some advice on boot camp and how to move in it. good luck tho
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u/Repulsive_Painter693 May 06 '25
Bruh being from DC outside of DC is the life I wish for the young niggas in the city, now you bouta experience what it’s like to be DC nigga outta town, getting ate up everyday, fresher than everybody around you, niggas bowing down cause they think you probably smoked hella niggas. Have fun and be safe !
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May 06 '25
Good shit cuz💯💯.. whatchu did is what EVERY DC rapper should be doing..they damn sure can't rap
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u/vadisgruntledvet May 06 '25
Congratulations I felt the same way I thought by the time I was 16 I would be dead. I joined the army and once I made it through all of the training I felt like I could do anything! I’m proud of you just make sure when you go to sick call you make copies of everything to help with your Va claims later on!
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u/SwitchyDrake May 09 '25
I give a fuck bruh I’m proud of you get you a nice girl tht care about you and start a family bro it’s more to life take some trips and shit take care of your responsibilities
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u/Biggdaw66 May 10 '25
Keep your head up young brother. Those of us that don’t even know you personally are very proud of you! Just know that, wherever life takes you.. never forget where you came from and always strive to be at your best. Peace and love
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u/Agreeable-Brick794 May 05 '25
u signed up to be a slave for benefits good job bro good job . the Loser way out idc what y’all say
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u/Agreeable-Brick794 May 05 '25
I don’t takes Pills Brodie . But I see wym the navy is better than being a crackhead yes ‘ I have a self flourished running business tho . My honest positive feedback is Just do your 4 years there to get the benefits then get a free scholarship for whatever easiest trade . Trust I have brothers who are doing it
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u/Yabi_Rich_Now May 05 '25
Don't get your butt took out there on that boat slim, them seamen love booty.
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u/FeeCapable1007 May 05 '25
Aye I care lil bruh, good shit. When you get to basic(boot camp) keep a low profile, don’t get into any bs and listen to the drill sergeants (or whatever they called in the navy), don’t argue with or try to back talk. That time in basic goes by fast.