Reenlist vs getting out?

Cpl Sherman, Honestly, the way I felt.. I could NOT wait to go home.. after 3 months.. REALITY set in.. Oh how much I missed it.. I do NOT know when or how I became so attached to the military, but the military NOW seemed familiar and felt like home.. excuse, please, but I felt like a fish out of water.. Of Course.. friends are now married, some had families, most had STABLE jobs.. I found myself 4 years behind everyone I knew.. 68; US Citizens treated us like garbage.. 72; US Citizens still treated us like garbage, Workplace not much better.. As diseases started to surface, the Government and the VA treated us like Garbage.. Guess I am garbage.. now be totally honest with yourself.. You know what you have.. and the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence..

i would look at the new retirement changes going into effect in 2017, apparently you can opt in to them if you want. but they will help in your civilian career

Haven't looked at your profile so I have no Idea how long you have been in and what you have done during your time on active duty. What I can say is you should look at a few variables: Are you an above average soldier or just barely staying above water? How long have you been at your current rank?What do you need to accomplish to obtain the next rank. Do you find the thrill has left you in what you do (if you're thinking about getting out then it would seem that you're not satisfied with where you are ). Maybe a change of pace would do you good, but keep in mind asking the masses this kind of question will only get you answers of what they would do and they are not you. If you ask someone who didnt have that much fun, they will say forget the Military its a waste of time, get back on the block. Where as someone who was/is termed a " lifer" will say stay in and go as far as you can. It ultimately lands on your shoulders. College can be done while on active duty and to further your career it will be a must, even to go Officer its a pre requisite. What ever you decide I wish you luck and keep in mind that the military has one of the best medical care and education today.

As far as getting treated as an "Adult", I can only speak from personal experience ... civilian world, they talk to you with kids gloves. The transition from Airborne to civilian was horrible. I got out because I deployed so often, I never had time for my wife, or even having a child. But knowing what I know now, the Military spoke plainly, and simply. Civilian world... like a child. But that's only my point of view

If u want a good job when u get out study a trade while ur still In

Stay in a branch of the military and go Officer for the same reason cited many times in other posts, because you want it! I was a wing career adviser for 2 years and helped many Airmen cross train, apply for officer training programs like ROTC, Green to Gold, and OTS. but only do it because that is what you truly want.
On another note, look at medical insurance before getting out. Most will cost you $300+ per month for a single person and will carry a $3000 annual deductible before they pay anything. I have 2 adult children that are struggling under the new health care laws to make their way in this area.

I retired after 28 years and am having a tough go of it.
It is very true about who you know in getting your foot in the door. Especially if you stay near allot of other military.
A degree won't make any guaranties.

What woul you like to do .

You need to follow your heart.

Stay in,get your education up to speed and then get out. Nowadays, the average person working in retaurants already have some sort of degree. The commercial world has become a dog eat dog environment and to be successful you have to be both educated and have some sort of certification on your resume. Competition has become stiffer as the worker vs work ratio is getting wider apart. When you have time, there is a slide show on the internet named "2014, Now you know", check it out and see what I mean. Make yourself qualified just like the promotion system in the military. Good luck.