Tag: personal safety

A Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Help Resource

We do not talk about statistics here or describe what constitutes domestic violence or intimate partner violence (IPV). There are already plenty of resources, including many of those listed here, that can provide that data if you are interested or do not already know first-hand. Our goal, or I should say our hope, is for… Read more A Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Help Resource

Essential Vehicle Safety Tips: Stay Prepared on the Road

Overview Season 1, Episode 11 In this gripping episode, we delve into the crucial topic of vehicle safety. Whether you’re commuting, running errands, or embarking on a road trip, this episode is packed with invaluable tips and tactics to keep you and your loved ones safe. From routine maintenance checks like tire pressure and windshield… Read more Essential Vehicle Safety Tips: Stay Prepared on the Road

Deciding On a Home Defense Tool

A few weeks ago, I was visiting our local firearms shop and overheard a customer discussing with one of the staff choices for a home defense weapon. The customer was looking at a Banshee 300 blackout. They asked to see a couple of other AR options and then the customer asked, “what would you suggest… Read more Deciding On a Home Defense Tool

Mastering Gun Safety with Expert Insights, Part 2

Overview Season 1, Episode 1, Part 2 Finally… Jim reunites with Denis in this episode to finally wrap up their discussion on gun safety. After nearly a year since their first chat, they dive back into the critical rules that every gun owner should know and practice. From Jeff Cooper’s top four safety commandments to… Read more Mastering Gun Safety with Expert Insights, Part 2

A Tale of an Enforced Personal Boundary

What are Personal Boundaries? Personal boundaries are key in any personal safety plan you may have, not only in setting them, but most importantly, enforcing them. What exactly are personal boundaries? Well without referencing any official definition, I describe them as guardrails or limits you establish for when dealing with interpersonal scenarios that you do… Read more A Tale of an Enforced Personal Boundary

Community Safety: It Takes a Village

Some of our previous blogs focused on personal safety, a few in particular discussed safety around the home. We’ve covered topics like Enhancing Security Outside Your Home and Enhancing Security Inside Your Home, offering practical tips for home security. We also posted a podcast on How to Make Your Home More Secure. Now, we’re extending… Read more Community Safety: It Takes a Village

Prioritizing Your Safety When Walking, Jogging, or Running

Recently, I started walking again. I say ‘again’ though the last time I did any related movement was when I was jogging regularly, about 6 years ago. These days I am just walking. Of course, my ‘walking’ may be considered by some to be more like power walking though I would describe it more as… Read more Prioritizing Your Safety When Walking, Jogging, or Running

Mad Behind the Wheel: Understanding and Managing Road Rage

My family sometimes jokes that I drive like an old man. But in reality, I consider myself a good driver. I do acknowledge that there are times when I can drive a bit aggressively. I make it a point to follow traffic laws and, for the most part, I am a considerate driver. However, there… Read more Mad Behind the Wheel: Understanding and Managing Road Rage