February 15th, 2024
5minute read
Today, more and more people have gotten serious about personal defense.
Quite frankly, there are no shortcuts or magic solutions to remaining safe.
To cut right to the chase, violence in itself can be either good or bad.
There are no shortcuts to self defense, and a gun is not a magic talisman that will keep danger away.
It all depends on the context of how it is applied.
A gangbanger beating up an elderly woman to steal her purse is the personification of evil.
A winners mindset is comprised of two elements: awareness and willingness.
Attacks can come from anywhere and at any time. Being aware and prepared is a must.
The second element is sometimes a bit more difficult to convey.
Willingness means that you are prepared to do whatever it takes to see that you prevail.
That, fair reader, includes using extreme violence.
Supposedly “safe” locations can be the scene of an unprovoked attack. Keep your head up and stay aware of your surroundings.
But if you are forced to act, and you do effectively you might survive.
From a training perspective, this is not always an easy sell.
They moved on to a different career path.
A firearm can be an integral part of a self-defense solution. However, a firearm is only as good as the skills — and willingness to act, when forced — of the person operating it.
The end result is that the attack continues, and now with even more dire consequences and risks.
This book was the basis for John Waynes last movie where he portrays the legendary gunfighter J.B. Books.
John Waynes retort is priceless:
It isnt being fast or even accurate that counts.
Responding to a deadly threat can take a variety of forms. A firearm can be part of an appropriate response, but awareness and proper training are critical.
I found out early that most men arent willing.
They blink an eye or draw a breath before they pull the trigger.
The bottom line is that there is no time at the moment of truth to reflect on this.
While I respect those who have adopted a non-confrontational approach to aggression, I take a somewhat different view.
Defense of ones own life is not murder, and I will hang my hat on that.
Dont complicate it by doing something contrary to the law.
The mental and psychological aspects of using force are something to be considered before taking up the gun.
This requires some serious soul-searching before taking that big step.
Pray we never find ourselves in that situation.
