Tactics
The Determined Mindset: How the Decision You Already Made Wins the Fight
The determined mindset is the dimension of self-defense most concealed carriers never actually train. See how it ended a real carjacking attempt in two seconds.
Read MoreLesson From a Road Rage Shooting: Pride Is Not a Self-Defense Strategy
Yesterday morning, I woke up to my partner telling me she had just been sideswiped while driving the kids to school. No injuries. The car is damaged, but drivable. Everyone…
Read MoreBe “Dangerous But Good” Because The World Is Still a Good Place
Every time I say the world is a good place filled with mostly good people, someone fires back with negativity. But this is exactly why a dangerous but good mindset…
Read MoreS12E15: Defense at the Door – What Gun Owners Get Wrong
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss 4 recent events with both good and bad outcomes dealing with defense at the doorway of the home. What are the legal issues you need to know and understand? How can you make the best decisions about potential threats at the doorway when all you have is split seconds to decide? Tune in to learn more!
Read MorePrepared Isn’t Paranoid. It’s Love With a Plan
Aisle seven, ordinary Tuesday. Fluorescent hum overhead. The checkout dings. Laura Ashley’s list is dialed for what the kids will actually eat. I push the cart. Izzy rides the front…
Read MoreYou Don’t Get to Fight Anymore: Lessons for the Armed Citizen
Recently, a new concealed carrier asked a question on Reddit that caught my eye: It was the kind of question that’s easy to dismiss or clown on, but if we’re…
Read MoreShould I Carry? The Best Answer About 24/7 Firearm Carry
That’s a comment I saw recently. It sounds reasonable on the surface. Rational. Measured. But it reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of violence and what it means to be prepared. The…
Read MoreS11E20: 5 Things You Should Know About Tactical Anatomy with Steve Moses
In this episode, I speak with Steve Moses from the Palisade Training Group about the essential role of tactical anatomy in self-defense. We discuss effective target areas beyond common misconceptions, such as the importance of precision training with 3D targets to simulate real-life scenarios. Steve highlights the psychological aspects of threat response and the need for proactive training in high-stakes situations. He encourages listeners to seek advanced training opportunities to enhance their self-defense skills and preparedness.
Read MoreA Tale of Two Driveway Shootings
Two similar “driveway shootings” show starkly different outcomes—one homeowner shoots a suspect, another is wounded—highlighting the risks of confronting criminals.
Read MoreComfort Is the Enemy of Growth: Challenge Yourself and Your Beliefs
We all love comfort. It’s human nature to seek ease, familiarity, and safety. But as cozy as it feels, comfort is the enemy of growth. When it comes to being…
Read MoreS11E1: Dealing With the Vehicle Problem w/ Dan Brady
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen interview Dan Brady of Apache Solutions to discuss considerations for defending yourself from threats while working in or around vehicles.
Read MoreHow Concealed Carry Good Guys Don’t Get Shot By Responding Police
I have on several occasions ended up in long discussions with other professionals and law enforcement officers about the concept of CCWers getting OR NOT getting shot by responding officers…
Read MoreLow Light Concerns – Normal Human Beings
Before I get into the meat of this topic, let me do a quick intro – Jacob asked me to begin doing a monthly column here. Like a lot of…
Read MoreS10E9: Should You Apply Medical to the Attacker?
Brian and Jacob tackle this common question. There are legal, moral, and tactical considerations. Please tune in to hear our take on this.
Read MoreVIDEO | The Crucial Role of Directing Third-Party Individuals During a Shooting Incident
I recently watched the video from the tragic shooting inside a Lakewood, Texas mega church. The shooter, who brought her 7-year-old son along with her, used a legally purchased AR-15…
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