We Decided To Leave The Military And Here’s Why Part 1

Send us a text The scariest part of leaving the military isn’t paperwork—it’s letting go of an identity you’ve worn for years. We open up about the exact reasons we chose to transition, from high year tenure reality to the simple truth that promotion or PCS weren’t likely and we wanted control over our next chapter. No hero edits here—just clear, candid moments where comfort wrestled with purpose, and how we finally pictured a future past the gate. We dig into the mindset shifts that make or break a smooth exit: how to see beyond uniforms and pay cycles, why “military old, corporate young” is an advantage, and the role mentors on the outside play in turning fear into a plan. You’ll hear how to diversify your network, ask better questions about insurance, taxes, and total compensation, and translate leadership, logistics, and people work into civilian language that lands interviews. We share listener insights from retirees and soon-to-be vets, exploring why some leave at 10 and others at 30, and why both paths can be right if they’re aligned with your goals. Then we walk through the moment most people never talk about—the quiet click. No cheering crowd, just a confirmation screen and a rush of excitement, fear, guilt, and relief. That’s where clarity showed up for us. If you’re wrestling with “this is all I know,” or wondering when to choose a date, this conversation maps the fog and points you toward first steps you can take today. If this helped you think differently about transition, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s on the fence, and leave a review with your biggest question so we can tackle it in the next part of the series.