Author: everymansecure
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Kit Breakdown – My Pocket Carry
I thought it might be helpful to do some posts breaking down my usual EDC (Every Day Carry). I’ll include a photo of what I carry, a description and explanation, and links to get you started on finding your own. My ‘Pocket’ Carry Breakdown Included in my EDC pocket carry are: So that’s what I…
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Tip of the Week #2 – The Value of Buffers
Add Buffers to Your Life Life happens fast. We are often rushing here and there, always looking ahead to the next thing on our schedule or agenda, filling up our time and trying to get the most out of it. Sometimes though, BLAM, you get hit with the unexpected: The gas tank hits empty and…
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Take Time to Sharpen the Axe
“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Abraham Lincoln Are you ready for what life might bring? I really like this quote by President Lincoln. The idea is that if you have not put in the time necessary to be prepared, or ‘sharp’,…
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Weekly Tip #1 – Watch the Bottom of Their Tires!
In line with my goal of making personal security approachable, practical, and relatable for every day life, I want to put out a tip on a weekly basis that might help make your life a little bit easier. For this week we’re taking a look at driving. The Tip Whenever you come to a stop…
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Wondering what to get the dad in your life for Father’s Day? Here are some great gift ideas for security minded individuals of every level. A New Knife Whether you have one or half a dozen, a new knife is always a fun gift – for yourself or others. The Swiss Army Classic knife is…
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The Everyman Security Guide to Situational Awareness
Principle Situational awareness is straightforward in concept, but more challenging in its application. Simply put, it is being aware of what is going on around you. Noticing the people, behaviors, and geography of your location. Perhaps most important, though, is thinking about what you are seeing. When properly applied, situational awareness helps you notice both…
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Why Is Personal Security Important?
Personal security is important because you and the people you care for are important. And because life is hazardous. Too often we think “that’ll never happen to me” or “I live in a safe, comfortable neighborhood”. But the fact is, we will all eventually face danger in our life and we need to be prepared…
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First Aid Kit vs Trauma Kit
First aid kit versus trauma kit…what’s the difference? And why does it matter? These two items are an important part of personal security, and require minimal effort to own and use. Let’s take a moment and first look at the difference between the two. First Aid Kit A first aid kit is designed to do…
