do people change completely in airforce basic training?
608241
I was in the Navy.  But I'd say that things are probably pretty relevant across the armed forces.  Except maybe marines, that's like Armed Forces Extreme.  Who you are in general isn't going to change.  They will teach you a sense of team that you likely haven't encountered before.  I've never folded my clothing different since Boot Camp.  So I guess that changed.  You will learn many new things in a short period of time.  Your perspective will forever have a different slant but you as a person will not change completely.  You'll still like your bacon crispy, your mates blonde or whatever.  My sister was in the Air Force.  I think her uniforms were much neater than my Navy ones.
698428
I'd say that there is only one thing that always should be thought of when going thru Basic Training that is the worst.  Your going to get home sick. Once you lick that it's a breeze getting through your training. There will be things you do that you'll wonder if it is worth doing but if you maintain a possitive attitude and realize that everything you do is a necessary part of your training you shouldn't have any problems. Some are going to tell you their personal feelings of what they don't like while others are going to tell you things they themselves really don't like that more then likely they never did in the first place. There's no walk through for Basic Training, you just do it and there's a rainbow on the other side once it's completed. My best wishes and "Good Luck" to you.
344789
Very strange, I was discussing a girl with a friend earlier tonight. She is extremely shy and it's difficult for me to understand what she's thinking half of the time. I used to be introverted and then had a major incident and came out extroverted. I asked a psychologist if it was possible to change in that fashion. She replied "Yes, people may change with time. However it usually happens because of some life changing event". Good luck.
703022
Yes.  There is a hierarchy in place where some peers out rank others.  You are usually taught by retired military officers.  You get many after school programs such as Rifle teams or Raiders.  You are taught things like map reading, plotting coordinates, public speeking and becoming tomorrow's leader (and cannot forget the unique fitness programs)
891265
It's always changing.  You'd have to go speak to a recruiter to find out.
325787
Basic training is just that, after that your schooling varies depending on MOS. Some technical fields require more schooling. It won't be fun I can assure you, but don't let it get to you, life is different after basic. Not much better, but better just the same. Do your stuff, and try not to get noticed. It is best if they don't know your name.
944218
Oh Sh!t i"ve changed me mind i don"t want to be here!! then the training kicks in and you get on with the job in hand.\nFirst time i was in combat i was terrified and could"nt stop shaking for hours after anyone who says their not scared sh!tless the first time is either a liar or a madman.
1137929
It's gonna be tough no matter where you do basic. I did my basic and advanced training at Ft. Wood. The summers are hot n muggy, and the winters are COLD. Other than that, it's six of one, half a dozen of the other. The major factor on how intense your basic training will be is your M.O.S.There'll usually be companies full of engineers, infantry, etc. These bieng ombat related are going to be made tougher by the drill sargeants (usually also of the same specialty of their inductees). The more relaxed occupations, like supply, admin, etc don't require as tough a conditioning. There being no point to making their lives miserable, Basic companies of these students are going to be alot more relaxed.
683808
No, people will only change when they are ready to change.
373499
It's like changing your clothes or your hair.  Most people do that all the time.
726820
He probably has changed, and you have changed too even if yo don't realize it. People change, you just have to change with each other and adjust to the changes as a couple.
501854
I've known stubborn set-in-their-ways people who were 7-years old.  I've known enthusiastic, open-minded, ready to learn and take on new challenges people in their 90s.  My guess is that people are who they are and the years just pile on after that, and it's who they are deep down that will see them open to change or not.\n\nBut my opinion isn't written in stone.  I'm open to changing it.\n\n;)
146613
I was in the USAF and can tell you that while you are at Basic Training at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, you will only get to talk to your parents/siblings/friends on the phone about 2-3 times total. Every minute of every day you will be told what to do and how to do it. USAF Basic Military Training School is 6 weeks. How long your Technical school lasts will depend on your job.\n \nHowever, you can get mail everyday from anyone and have the time to read it. You don't realize how important this is until you are there. Encourage friends and family to write you something, anything, once a day and put it in the mailbox. \n\n  DO NOT have them send you a postcard, unless you want it read outloud to everyone in your Flight. \n\nTechnical School is vastly different than Basic Training, its much more relaxed. I don't know if they use the "Phase" system anymore, but even if they do, you will still have some time every day to yourself, and now you will have most of the weekend to yourself, too, so you can just about talk to whoever you want to back home whenever you want to.\n\nWhen do you leave for BMTS? I hope for your sake that your job is gaurenteed. \n\nIt's been over 10 years since I went through BMTS, but I wouldn't think that too much has changed. E-mail me with anymore questions that you may have at:\n\nFoam_breather@yahoo.com
356173
They become a new person. If the change was for the worst, then they will have a bad personality. If they change for the good, then it will be good.
889341
Semper-Fi!!\n\nThis question was actually answered on the radio from an Army spokesman.\n\nThe answer for the constant changes is... Recruiting. They admit that changing from "Be All You Can Be" (the Army's most popular) to "Army of One", and now "Army Strong", their recruiting numbers have went down and down.\n\nThey felt that the "Be All You Can Be" slogan at the time was old and outdated, and instead of sticking to the philosophy of "If it ain't broke don't fix it." the Army opted to reach a new generation instead of staying with tradition.\n\nThere is new talk now to switching from "Army Strong" back to the original "Be All You Can Be" if recruiting numbers do not climb.\n\nI doubt you'll ever see the Marine Corps change theirs.\n\n"The Few, The Proud, Tha Marines!"\n\nOoh-Rah!
305559
Here is information on US Army basic training.  There is no seperate basic training for members of the National Guard - everybody gets the same training.\n\nThe Air Force does this also.
268307
I went to Ft Jackson SC in modern buildings that have males and females in attached wings but mess hall is also in another wing. To make your bed you tuck sheets in tight and have hospital corners. Physical Training is about 2 hours a day starting at 0530 then you eat for 10 minutes then you shower, shave, brush teeth, and change uniforms. Classroom training for 2 hours (you do not want to fall asleep in there just see what your DI (Drill Instructor) will make you do. Weapons training on a firing range shooting targets up to 300 yds away. Wash your clothes at night road march on base and cattle car transportation in field over 10 miles from barracks. 6 weeks of the best training in my life and I lost 10 pounds. I also run the two mile in 15.30 no fraternizing in basic training but you wait until AT (Advanced Training ) which I recommend right after BT (Basic Training) when you are still in good shape. I served for 8 years in ARNG MN/WI then got honorable discharge. Be all that you can be.