In this conversation with John Hearne, we talk about what it takes to win a gunfight. Why do some people … Continued
mindset
Violence Is Not the Answer (Except When It Is)
Making sound decisions under the threat of potentially deadly violence is hard, to put it mildly. One of the most … Continued
Decision Making Under Stress
A few weeks ago, I described the basics of the OODA Loop — Observe, Orient, Decide, Act — and how it … Continued
Beyond Awareness: Recognizing the Threat
Today we’re continuing our series on how the lawfully armed citizen can be more mentally prepared to survive violent encounters … Continued
What is Situational Awareness?
The term “situational awareness” comes up frequently in the world of self-defense and shooting. It’s often regarded as the ultimate … Continued
Shooting is the Easy Part: What They Don’t Tell You About Gun Fights
Editor’s Note: Today’s post comes from Spencer Blue, a writer with an extensive background in law enforcement, military, and training armed … Continued
How Much Ammo Capacity Is Enough?
The question of ammo capacity is often one of the first asked by people new to concealed carry, right behind … Continued