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The Avoidance Mindset: Why the Best Self-Defense Story Is One Where Nothing Happens

By Jacob Paulsen / May 17, 2026

An avoidance mindset is the first and most powerful layer of self-defense. See how a trained citizen used it at a gas station — and how to build the same instinct.

Caught Off Guard: 12 Situations for Self Defense Without a Gun

By Riley Bowman / May 24, 2017

There are some situations that are more tactical or necessary, due to circumstance, to have the knowledge of how to defend yourself without a gun.

Episode 48: Self-Defense Situations In Which You Should NOT Use Your Gun

By Riley Bowman / August 31, 2016

Sometimes due to tactical response, sometimes due to circumstances; there are a number of situations in which you should not or cannot respond to a threat with your firearm. We review those situations today referencing a recent article published on this topic on our website