Personal and professional security related ideas
Can ChatGPT teach us anything about mass shootings? Perhaps it can. I had an interesting conversation with ChatGPT about that very topic that I thought I might share with you. In the wake of the Nashville school shooting, where Audrey Hale had attacked a Christian academy and killed six people (including three children), some individuals […]
The United States is currently faced with economic hardships and the potential for global war. Match this with compelling historical cycles of global power shifts, historical cycles of economic upheaval and war, and things begin to look a little grim for America. At the same time, our nation seems divided more than ever, and few […]
The Gray Man Theory is a comprehensive approach to staying safe and protecting oneself and loved ones in times of crisis or disaster. The theory is based on situational awareness, deception, manipulation, and security principles, which, when understood and applied, can better prepare individuals for almost any situation. The Gray Man Theory is not about […]
A recession can be a difficult and uncertain time for individuals and families. Widespread job losses, reduced income, increased debt, difficulty accessing credit, reduced access to healthcare, and increased stress and mental health issues are just some of the risks that individuals may face during a recession. If you have not been impacted by the […]
Recently, I found myself in a discussion regarding the best types of ammo for home defense. The discussion largely centered around full metal jacket (FMJ) bullets and hollow points. Indeed, the differences should be considered, so I thought I might share a few things to think about. When it comes to home defense, choosing whether […]
Have you ever been told to be a fox and a lion? Fraud comes in many forms. Scammers are seemingly everywhere. Many people will take advantage of the weak, and leaders cannot afford to be the target. So, what can be done to protect yourself? Machiavelli may have the answer. In section 18 of The […]
One right sticks out more than most when considering an Amendment’s possible controversy. This, of course, is Amendment II, the right to protect ourselves. There seems to be some confusion about the limits of this amendment and perhaps how it applies. This article should help alleviate any such controversy and explain what should be the […]
Have you heard of “smishing” yet? If not, allow me to introduce you to a rapidly growing techno threat that is easy to fall for. I will also provide an example of smishing and a few ways to protect yourself. Smishing is a form of phishing where someone tries to trick you into giving them […]
If you are a coach, teacher, or trainer, you might consider the following. As you know, the goal of any coach, teacher, or trainer is to help our students set goals, acquire the necessary information related to those goals, and then modify the behaviors necessary to achieve those goals. However, the most challenging part seems […]
Since when did being prepared for something become a bad idea? Would planning for retirement outside of social security make you a “conspiracy theorist”? So why is it a bad idea to be prepared for the numerous reasons presented yearly? As many have finally figured out, it’s probably not a bad idea for everyone to […]
