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The Paradox of Perfect Practice: The Role of Contextual Interference in Performance Improvement

My name is Mike Dasargo, and today I want to share with you the Paradox of Perfect Practice. But first, this is how I arrived here. I used to be... Read Article

Armas de Fuego Entre La Comunidad Latina

¡Hola! Yo soy Edgar Antillon. Mis padres nacieron en Namiquipa, un municipio de Chihuahua. Tengo 15 años de experiencia con las armas de fuego. En el 2010 abrí la organización... Read Article

Five Fundamentals of Home Defense Training

As a law enforcement officer, I have a front-row seat for watching crime trends grow or decline. I use that experience to my advantage as a firearms trainer for both... Read Article

Unicorns and the Situational Awareness Rainbow

“We must always be aware and live in Condition Yellow!” We have heard this.… We have said it…. I have taught it. The sentiment is sound and it is good... Read Article

To Rack or Not To Rack: The Perpetual Shotgun Question

A discussion I’ve had with students and friends, almost as frequently as the “Which gun should I buy?” discussion, is in response to that age-old statement, “I have a shotgun... Read Article

When Does a .380 Beat a 9mm?

You may have heard the phrase, "Friends don’t let friends carry mouseguns." In fact, I’ve uttered it more than a few times myself over the years! The implication, of course,... Read Article

Diversify Your Self-Defense

Commit yourself now to the reality of your responsibility to protect yourself and those you care about in a worst-case scenario. If you’re reading this, I assume you already think... Read Article

The Baby Blanket Approach to Personal Safety

The realization that you are solely responsible for your personal safety and protection is an important undertaking. Once this occurs, people are quick to look for easy and simple solutions... Read Article

Are You Ready To Carry a Defensive Firearm?

I’m not asking if you passed an arbitrary state minimum course or qualification course as an armed professional. I’m asking, are you really ready to carry a defensive firearm? Many... Read Article

The Semantics of Civilian Firearms Education

The media has manipulated language to instill fear in people about guns. Here’s how we can use facts and reasoning to help educate our fellow citizens about self-defense, the Second... Read Article

A poker game is a good metaphor for personal defense. Some of the same basic elements are in play, from the cards you are dealt to the bets you must... Read Article

Conflict Avoidance: Practicing What I Preach

Avoiding conflict should be everyone’s preference … but if you carry a gun, it also becomes your responsibility. Read Article

The Defensive Mindset

In the spring of 2008, I had the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. with a couple members of the F.B.I. Cyber Division. Read Article

Realistic Response to Armed Shooters in Schools

Any time the subject of an unarmed response versus an armed killer in a school comes up, the inevitable knee-jerk, uninformed responses are as predictable as a celebrity divorce. Read Article

Comprehensive Self-Defense, Part 4: Do the Work

Seeking formal training for self-defense and establishing a practice regimen are the only ways to follow through on a commitment to being responsible for your own safety and that of... Read Article

The Ministry of Defense: Protecting Houses of Worship

I will present my view of the escalating violence against places of worship and maybe even get a little prophetic in the process. Read Article

Comprehensive Self-Defense, Part 3: Armed and Unarmed Skills

A comprehensive approach to self-defense includes both armed and unarmed skill development. While it is important to understand how these areas complement each other and can be integrated, this article... Read Article

Comprehensive Self-Defense, Part 2: Secure Your Home and Know the Law

I’ll cover the starting points of home security and the importance of understanding the law in regard to preparation for self-defense. Read Article

NRA 2015 Annual Meeting Coverage

The Personal Defense Network team was at the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, April 10-12. Several of our PDN contributors stopped to chat with exhibitors — who also... Read Article

Church Safety and Security

I am often approached by pastors, deacons, and other church members in positions of authority with questions about church security. Read Article

Comprehensive Self-Defense, Part 1: Know Thine Enemy and Thyself

Whether you are just starting your self-defense journey or have taken your protection seriously for some time, this series is intended to give you a comprehensive overview of the areas... Read Article

Should You Use Your Gun To Defend a Stranger?

Mark Walters, host of the syndicated program “Armed American Radio,” sent me a link that he wanted me to review before an appearance on the show. Read Article

Blurred Lines: Unarmed Training for the Armed

Every time I attend a seminar, coach’s clinic or instructor’s conference, one thing is for certain: It’s never the same. Read Article

Give Your Kids the Option of Armed Defense as Adults

Exposing children to guns isn't about pushing an agenda or creating a potential for disaster. Responsibly and safely introducing kids to shooting can empower them to be able to rationally... Read Article