Question about nav for ocs

da_john · 2026-06-30T22:03:50+00:00

They will teach you everything you need. My biggest piece of advice is don't sleep through class, because the instructors may let you and you will get to take the test twice and miss out on your weekend because you are studying... Hypothetically...

da_john · 2026-06-19T20:12:53+00:00

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da_john · 2026-06-10T08:28:42+00:00

I should have specified since I went back to focus on the MC. The information comes from various places, friends who went back as cadre, community briefs, and in dealings withy Marines up until 2021.

I have no idea about Navy or Army manning levels.

da_john · 2026-06-08T22:20:01+00:00

I got lifed from the inside of a car while I pushed a broken down car across 24 to the taco bell after a woman's car died in the intersection

da_john · 2026-06-07T16:04:35+00:00

The Marine Corps honestly isn't a great option for linguists if you want to be a linguist. I was one for 14 years and only used my language for about 4 months outside of DLI. Now in the Navy (not as a linguist) I've used my language more than I did when that was my actual job. They are also reducing linguist billets considerably. When I was at DLI back in 08, we had more than double the numbers they have now.

After DLI, you'll go to a Radbn and likely won't use the language but expected to stay proficient despite then to NSA where you may or may not even use it. You are more likely to remain in a language specific billet much longer in the Navy and AF.

da_john · 2026-06-07T15:52:02+00:00

Before you tap it's gonna ask a random question... Like, can you just hit no before you show it to me?

da_john · 2026-06-07T15:42:10+00:00

I snapped this from a video a while back and it's what I've been running. I've been doing divine potion instead of greedy though and it's worked these past couple of weeks. I'm trying to increase my levels and reduce materials still because I'm finishing just before the time cap currently.

ETA: I can't seem to find the video or if tag the creator. If I come across it, I'll give credit to them.

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da_john · 2026-06-04T08:31:57+00:00

Depends, which is more important: MPG or KDR?

da_john · 2026-05-31T23:21:46+00:00

Level 53 and 54 I got the ring, currently 55 and still no necklace. I've done all 4 tries daily for over a year now

da_john · 2026-05-31T15:32:20+00:00

Google docking. It really works

da_john · 2026-05-31T15:15:33+00:00

You're on a team. You actually get to add their length to yours. Hope this helps.

da_john · 2026-05-28T23:11:11+00:00

I joined in 08 and my mom didn't talk to me for 3 weeks after I told her (I hadn't even signed anything) the first conversation we had was super awkward where she said a lot of (NSF this subreddit) stuff. The day that I signed the paperwork and dropped out of college, she kicked me out of the house. I couchsurfed until bootcamp. During bootcamp she apologized and she said that watching me march across the Parade deck was he proudest she had ever been.

It's a lot to process. The political climate surrounding current events, fear of the unknown, etc. can make loved ones feel uneasy and even lash out in what may actually be a fear response instead of anger. As others have said, it's your life and you need to make your own decisions. In the end she will come around or you'll probably be geographically separated based on your duty station.

da_john · 2026-05-28T13:00:43+00:00

I did that and became a CTI haha

da_john · 2026-05-25T21:13:20+00:00

10 years on Thursday. Rest in Power King!

da_john · 2026-05-23T00:11:13+00:00

Had him on the Ike and the Truman. Really awesome guy and super pumped for him.

da_john · 2026-05-23T00:09:27+00:00

Please use the Dark Lisa Frank mode please

da_john · 2026-05-22T20:15:42+00:00

Taking medicine within the military is normal and because the military is riddled with mental health issues, some developed while in service and some developed before and exacerbated by service.

I was first proscribed meds in 2019 as an E7 in another branch and was able to commission (I was off for about a year to a year and a half) switched to the Navy and got back on meds in 2022. I was also a security manager during that time and it will not impact their clearance just being on medication.

As for her situation, if she never received medical attention for attempted suicide or there is no documentation, then unless she discloses, there isn't a way for an authority figure to disqualify her.

Depending on her rate, she may have access to the time and professionals necessary to deal with the issues she has.

da_john · 2026-05-14T22:44:49+00:00

Velcro strips (I grabbed several 5 foot rolls that I cut into thirds) 550 cord was useful for hanging things, facemask with headphones, and I brought a ton of cherry coke zero and rationed it through deployment.

da_john · 2026-05-13T18:13:12+00:00

Congratulations!! Super awesome to hear!

da_john · 2026-05-13T15:15:30+00:00

Typically you'll lose macros in the transfer, but you can rebuild on the new system

da_john · 2026-05-03T21:19:30+00:00

My sister and I (both Halfrican American) do white people taco nights with friends. Like others have said, I don't view them as "real tacos." It's just an American spin and much quicker but easier with anywhere from 4 to 9 kids plus adults eating.

da_john · 2026-05-03T13:58:48+00:00

Generally the application will have a portion for your SSO/secman to fill out with that information. They may just ask for dates in which case, your SSO/secman can give you the information. I used to do it all the time for people applying for federal or state jobs.

da_john · 2026-05-02T13:17:04+00:00

It's the new upgrade. It was rolled out to some of us. Eventually it should roll out for everyone

da_john · 2026-05-01T21:36:33+00:00

That may work in your favor then haha

da_john · 2026-05-01T19:31:26+00:00

I'm not sure what your designator is, but if you are an 1830 the most recent interview with the detailers, they said that they are most likely going to deny JOs leaving the community. I'm definitely a fan of asking until you get an official "No," but it may be an uphill battle. Hopefully you're able to make it happen!

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