Joining the military The concept of getting enlisted in the military has been traded as the ideal illustration of service to the country. Most middle-aged citizens have enlisted in an effort of expressing their commitment to their country as well as the illustration of their patriotism. Besides, military veterans have been presented as the ideal heroes and the epitome of commitment to the growth and success of the nation. It may be argued that such impressions are designed to lure new recruits. In most cases, the desire to join the military is perceived as a family trait where serving the country is considered an honor and source of pride. Most recruits are lured into enlisting following the evaluation of the possible benefits that may be …show more content…
Recruits are rarely advised on the depth of limitations that will be exercised to their freedoms and ability to make autonomous decisions. Military protocols dictate the process of decision making to relate with the ranking orders. Apparently, junior members are anticipated to engage the duties of their seniors without indication of possible elements of disrespect (Rossiter et al., 2016). Such assumption may be perceived to contrast with the approaches engaged under the civilian life setting. Civilian decisions are founded on the concept of plausibility with adherence being annexed to variables such as respect and authority among others. Also, the concept of autonomy in decision making is heavily promoted in the various tools of civilian life, including the national constitution (Spiro et al., 2016). Such assumption seems to be distanced when the concept of the military is integrated. It would be perceived unacceptable to deviate from the standard grooming and dressing practices among other routine practices. Unfortunately, the intensity of curtailing in the freedom of the recruits is rarely presented to the recruits; leading to their disappointment and inefficiency in service (Rossiter et al.,