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If you’ve ever scrolled through EDC (every day carry) pens online you’ve seen how intense they can get. Pens with a bolt action, a tactical grip, and/or a titanium body are all over the place. They come in solid brass and gunmetal grey. And, they can easily can cost $50-$60. I’ve seen some for over…

Some of us get excited about buying and using the latest security tools, programs, and devices. Others perhaps feel pressured to make sure they have the most secure option to stay safe. Having the most secure service or latest tool is only part of the battle. In fact, I would argue that having the “most…

Why is physical health important in personal security? Our health is important. I think we all recognize that as a factual piece of information, but too often only in the abstract sense. When it comes to personal security, your physical health and fitness is imperative. In fact, it could be argued that your physical health…

What is Target Hardening? Target hardening is a means of crime prevention. Any criminal, whether opportunistic or strategic, is always going to be evaluating their victims on a risk versus reward scale. They want the highest reward possible with the lowest risk applied to themselves. To achieve effective target hardening in personal security you need…

There are lots of ways to improve your personal security and safety, but many of the suggestions found online require investing a lot of money and time. Those items have their place, but the focus of this article is what the average person can do on an average day with an average amount of time.…

Background The Cooper Color Code is an excellent model known in military and security circles that creates a standard around increasing levels of mental alertness – or situational awareness. Similar to other models that measure danger or threat levels this one uses color coding to identify different stages. However, instead of associating colors with the…

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…

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…

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…

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…