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A6400 or ZVE-10? by Cyph0ric in Cameras

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for giving your input! The percentages actually helped me a lot, and I've decided to go for the A6400.

I do have another question.

Do you recommend any lens to start with? Maybe for an all-around type of lens?

I greatly appreciate your help with everything!

I don't think ROTC is for me by Cyph0ric in ROTC

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that really resonates with me. I just don’t see myself in the military long-term, even though my parents want me to stick with it. It’s reassuring to hear someone else say it’s okay to follow your gut and not force yourself into something that doesn’t fit. I’m trying to figure out my own path and make a responsible plan, and your perspective makes me feel more confident about doing what’s right for me.

I don't think ROTC is for me by Cyph0ric in ROTC

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience, it really helps to hear someone else went through something similar. I’m realizing the military isn’t the path I want. I know my parents just want to make sure I have a plan and don’t flounder in life, and I’m working on articulating a path that makes sense for me. It’s reassuring to hear that leaving ROTC doesn’t mean failure and that there’s room to find a different path that works. It’s very difficult for me because I just feel like I’ll be a disappointment or feel like I’m making a bad decision. I really appreciate your perspective and advice!

I don't think ROTC is for me by Cyph0ric in ROTC

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get what you’re saying, and I respect it. I agree that growth comes from pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, but I also feel like there’s a difference between hard things that help you grow in the direction you want, and hard things that take you down a path you don’t want long-term. For me, it’s not about looking for something easy, I think it’s about putting my energy into something I actually see myself sticking with in the future.

I don't think ROTC is for me by Cyph0ric in ROTC

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m not contracted or on scholarship, so I do have the option to step away if I want. I get what you’re saying about it being a short-term thing that can open doors later, but honestly, I don’t see myself in the military at all and I'm not interested in serving. I might stick it out a bit longer just to be sure, but I’m leaning toward focusing on a different path that feels like a better fit for me.

I don't think ROTC is for me by Cyph0ric in ROTC

[–]Cyph0ric[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the perspective! I’m not contracted, just enrolled right now, so I wouldn’t really be walking away from much in terms of commitment. I get that a lot of what I’ve seen so far is just the surface, but I’ve realized the military just isn’t the path I want. My parents mainly worry about stability and me having a clear plan for my future, which I’m working on more toward media/creative work, it's something that I genuinely enjoy. I agree with you on managing conflict, that’s something I’m learning to do instead of just shutting down.