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Dating military men may not be as easy as you expect.

Here are things you should know about dating a military man.

1. They will not be by your side at all times

If you are someone who will need constant attention and affection from your partner, this won't be possible due to his commitment to his service. You can't be with them physically every time you need them due to their military duties.

2. Your anxiety and stress levels will be high most times

You might fail to hear from your man sometimes, a situation which is likely to cause you to worry. Ensure you have a support system that will help you deal with such situations.

3. They will break some traditions

Due to the duties, your military man might skip important days in your life such as birthdays, anniversaries or even holidays. Be prepared to spend some of these important occasions without them.

4. You need to be patient

Once you decide to date a military man, you should ensure you have patience because they work on a fixed schedule before they are given some days off work. They are also trained not to show any sign of weakness so you might have to wait a while before he reveals his vulnerable side.