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Feeling useless and shitty. Things don't look like they are ever gonna get better.
edit- This morning I felt like pure trash. You people are the most amazing folks out there. I can't thank you enough for the positive thoughts and the resources that I will utilize to move forward safely. I honestly can't thank you all enough. In my time of need everyone is willing to give me the emotional support I need. I've been in tears reading some of your comments, and I hate to admit that most of all. No guy likes to admit he has feelings....
edit2- I see a lot of people asking where I live. I am in Las Vegas, NV.
NeverCleverEnough
What state are you in? Send me a private message and I will try and help you with a job. I am not yanking your chain. Do it.
FiveFingerDeathPunchYourFarthole
Hang in there buddy!When life kicks you ass,fight back twice as hard!You're a fucking hero,and don't you EVER let anyone tell you otherwise!
DrakonRax
Brawnydog
Don't hesitate to get help, pm me and I'll do whatever I can, I'll do the research![]()
SaladNoLettuce
Don't do it.
sonof
Your full time job is getting a job. Don't stop looking.
rawrrthemightydragon
If anyone needs to talk call the crisis hotline 1 (800) 273-8255 or message me. I'm retired navy and have a lot of time to read and listen
AOCsUnshavenChode
that's because civilian kind of sucks balls for a while. i kept drinking for about the first 3 years. pretty much straight. it improves.
harkins
It's brave to ask for help. It is smart to demand it until you get it. You deserve it. Contact your VA.
WindyConditions
If I've hung in there with depression for 30 years, you can do this. Hang in there. Get help. Call your dr.
sheetslikepaper
Hey man I just wanna let you know I love you. If ypu need to chat hit me up.
grandpasonlylivingheir
Can't give advice on your life but Iowa has jobs coming out of the ying yang. $10-$15 hour starting. Maybe that would help.
s0cietya5under
If only it weren't on the other side of the country.
grandpasonlylivingheir
Only half way. Best of luck to you though. LV is a hard city.
likeomagawd
Ask for help man, imgurians give him numbers etc
kevlarburrito
Bro I'm a veteran too, I'm also a hiring manager in private security. Message me and I'll help you. One team one fight
beardorpubehair
I know the VA isn't the most helpful organization, but I know multiple social workers there who will help you. Hang in there brother.
beardorpubehair
My roommate and best friend shot himself in our apt 5 months + 19 days ago. DON'T DO THAT TO THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU!
Caysee
Don't ever feel as if you're useless, it's just hard transitioning into new things
westpalmpapi
i'm a vet bro, with a history of depression, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts. please send me a message on here, i need you around bro.
NewPhoneWhoDissss
Call the Vegas vet center, ask for Chris
s0cietya5under
Message me the number please, I will call in the morning.
MomToldMeToOpenImgurSoIDid
This is war and since you're a veteran that means you have fought and survived so don't give up and you'll succeed into winning this one too
MomToldMeToOpenImgurSoIDid
Damn this sounded cheesy as fuck
mochisuu
I am not a veteran. I once had it with my life, had a gun, clip and bullet ready.... please do not give up Step by step, get help 1/3
mochisuu
if/when possible talk to family and friends, your life priceless and once you have taken that little step forward 2/3
mochisuu
you will surely be rewarded for it! 3/3
rockstarjesus
1-800-273-8255 Give them a call, bro. Don't be a statistic, it can get better.
gurragurra
It's OK to reach out and get help. Vulnerability is not weakness. I repeat: vulnerability is not weakness.
ILikeToMakeBelieveICanSpeakForeignLanguages
I know it may not mean much but I'm truly routing for you...please call...worth a try :)
lunchboxgoat
If you don't want to call, they also text 741741.
MrStarkLord
Admitting you need help is manly. You deserve help! You served for F's sake!
Engle507
The world sucks, you gotta kick its ass though. You got it.
bringbakfirefly
Or rape it before it rapes you.
TheDivineUsersub
"Local veteran found punching the ground in his backyard. When asked why, he said 'imgur told me to'. Police are still investigating."
goliath3434
What state do you live in?
s0cietya5under
Las Vegas, NV
goliath3434
I'm in phx, and as shitty as it is they still offered vocational rehab. Btw I went through mental health to get there
CausticCake
Have you considered moving to DC and using your talents there? I know 25 million people who would be happy no matter who you kill
CausticCake
/s
SurfNazisMustDie
Look, in the past week I've lost two guys in my platoon (I'm out now) to suicide. Killing yourself if NEVER the answer!
SurfNazisMustDie
The Veterans Crisis line is full of people whose driving factor in life is to help us get through the tough times, you can also text 838255.
SurfNazisMustDie
The day that I decided to help myself and completely humble myself to accept help was the day my life changed for the better.
SurfNazisMustDie
That was 2.5 years ago, and it is the single best choice i have ever made in my life. I now possess the tools to deal with life's shit.
SurfNazisMustDie
Please call someone, call anyone, be humble and know that in humility there is strength. This feeling will pass.
SurfNazisMustDie
You ARE strong brother, you've proven that by your service. No one can ever take that away from you.
ImpliedParanoia
I'm a veteran with suicidal thoughts as well. Best thing i can say is just take things one day at a time and get yourself treatment. *hugs*
lunchboxgoat
Text 741741 if you ever want to talk to a counselor. It helped me
justahumanbeing
8 year vet here. Mine have been going away with new meds. Make an appt with the V.A mental health. Im on Gabapentin btw. Good luck bro.
Ackbarre
Dude as a fellow vet get some help please. Without my therapist I would have shuffled off the mortal coil too.
TheDivineUsersub
I gotta ask, what are we defining as suicidal thoughts? I often think about how/what it would be like to take my own life, but I would -
TheDivineUsersub
- never do it. Does the intent to carry it out make one "suicidal" or is the mere thought a qualifier?
singstoinstrumentals
I suffer with depression, and my therapists have called thinking about depression without intention "suicidal ideation".
singstoinstrumentals
I consider it all to be suicidal, but different levels of intensity or concern.
Guitardrumr
Check out Girls for Gunslingers. Large Vet support group made up mostly of Vets, and a few lovely ladies who will be glad to offer any 1/
Guitardrumr
Help they can. 2/2
s0cietya5under
Honestly just being out of work with zero hope of getting a job is making things 100x worse.
Guitardrumr
Depending on where you're at, there may be someone in the group that can help! Look them up on Facebook, and make a post.
s0cietya5under
I haven't used Facebook in quite some time. Mostly because it's so toxic. Kind of why I stopped playing games online.
Guitardrumr
I understand. But this is kinda what they do. They help veterans, especially those who are feeling as you are.
goliath3434
Have you tried vocational rehabilitation? Your local va can give you a referral.
s0cietya5under
I haven't even heard of that shit. The VA is just a maze of anger and resentment for me.
fireinbloom
I'm enrolled in Voc Rehab in Albuquerque. They're paying for my school and bills. Easy to apply online. Then they'll have you come for eval.
goliath3434
You might have to go through the mental health clinic part of the va. But they help you get a job. And most work with places who'll hire you
ThrenR
Think about it objectively. There is something about the process of transitioning that causes this. It is not you or something about you 1/2
ThrenR
Please speak with someone who can help you so that you can overcome this period in your life. You'll get there with help 2/2
s0cietya5under
Honestly talking to the VA and trying to get help makes my PTSD worse.
AllYourBaconAndEggs
You're not the only one at all. Keep hanging in there, and remember this isn't just you at all. Transitioning is brutal.
PereatMundus
There's resources out there other than the VA. I highly recommend you talk to Battle in Distress over on facebook.
palmo
What're you good at?
ScaryFairy
Killing
Jester269
If you have done CS work might I suggest working for an airline? They are almost always hiring. And you should pass a back ground check easy
MightyTightyWhities
Brother I'm right there with you. My default has always been warehouse. Been hunting since February after leaving restoration. Just got.....
MightyTightyWhities
Signed on today to a solid company with all the benefits... I say that to say this, keep chugging there is light at the end of it!
DanDangerDangerous
@op what do you enjoy doing?
s0cietya5under
Honestly I enjoy being active, working warehouses was fun and kept me busy. The only other job I loved was QA for 2K games.
Dahliaisahedgehog
There are tons of warehouse jobs out there!
s0cietya5under
Yea the hard part is getting a response
thatguyyourmomwarnedyouabout
Fuck dude, I need a project manager right the fuck now. If you're in Southern California message me.
s0cietya5under
I'm in southern Nevada. I can definitely get out there.
thatguyyourmomwarnedyouabout
Hey man, Without going into too much detail about where exactly you live, can you give a region or area you'd be willing to relocate to? I
thatguyyourmomwarnedyouabout
Again, just want to know a little about where you currently live or are willing to move to. Lots of us know people everywhere..
s0cietya5under
I've done warehouse work, stage work, customer service, QA and a whole host of other things. I learn pretty quickly.
TerryCrews
If you're in Colorado, pm me. If not, helmets to hardhats is a great resource for vets.
warlockaflocka
Temp agencies have lots of warehouse jobs, that will sometimes hire on after. Even if they don't the work is distracting, and a paycheck!
ZaphodForgotHisTowel
I heard Amazon is hiring for a new warehouse in Chicago area, not sure where you're from but figured I'd mention. Good luck, stay positive!
W1REB1TER
No GI BILL?
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PurityOfEssence
USAA has a vetnet? Interesting
TheRicM
Stage work? Maybe you can get into PA and sound systems and stage stuff, seems like a fun job and not too oversaturated market
Randersuarus
Look into TSA. Easy security and stable income!
CrimsonBlaze
What did you do on active duty?
ayydubb91
Colorado department of corrections is hiring.
randomsonglyric
I dunno if this is good advice or bad advice but come to California bay area and be a cop! We need 'em and they pay really well
TheDivineUsersub
Stage work? Are you a dude? Gay bar stripper. You're welcome.
thedarksideoftheforce
What branch?
USUsquints
Get work in the oilfield. It will keep you busy and pays really good
bigkingdingaling
Concrete construction. Go to any tower crane in any city near you. Ask if they need carpenters. Most start over $20/hr
freeawesomehat
MD Helicopters loves to hire vets and has jobs open in the warehouse. Apply online bud!
kevlarburrito
Veteran and hiring manager here. Message, I'll find you work.
BlakePierce
Get this to top comment
jfred325350
Agriculture is an option, we take just about anybody,lol. And you can go up the food chain quickly if you are any good.-you are not useless.
jbilly90
@op this^
paulpounder
My job depends on ag!!!!!CA
Arkatie
Location currently?
Arkatie
If its near Austin, Tx shoot me a message.
s0cietya5under
Las Vegas, NV
Arkatie
My bf is a CS rep. Did QA before. And a Marine Brat. Ill ask him to look for some jobs for you.
TheVoteThatUps
Apply to UPS and USPS online they offer good positions with benefits. Check your area if theres a warehouse nearby or apply online. Hope it
TheVoteThatUps
Helps!
ninjaoftheworld
Stage work is a good place to start buddy. I've been in the arts for 20 years and it's a hell of a community. Best of luck to you.
s0cietya5under
I've worked as a roadie, but I get really bad social anxiety, either I have to be really drunk or high to even go to concerts these days
ninjaoftheworld
Being a roadie is for young guys and masochists. Look into theatre instead of music. It's WAY more chill and super accepting.
absolutelymad
It doesn't sound good for ya mate
absolutelymad
The roadie life
CrimsonBlaze
Fellow veteran here. If you need work, apply at some temp agencies in town. After that ask the VA about vocational training. This will get
CrimsonBlaze
You started. Consider picking up a trade.
samrevem
EXACTLY what I was going to say.