Month: July 2019

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A odd twist of events. Sad since I liked the shit outta the two documents, it means the end of the band.
I understand a tag would want nothing to do with that content. However, I don’t listen to agree with it, so the fact the album has tough themes on it means nothing to me. I look forward to hearing it.

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Professional Knife Training?

When Facing a Knife, Distance Is Your Friend

Most men and women who carry a firearm for personal protection have heard the old saying:”Never bring a knife to a gunfight.” But having a gun should never give you a false sense of security — even when your assailant is armed with”only” a knife.

About John Caile

Just do not forget that even if you are carrying a gun, when a knife is involved, there is a good chance you are going to get cut. But being prepared will give you a better chance of surviving the encounter.
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As always, awareness is critical. The sooner you observe a threat, the more quickly you can react. Most of you are familiar with the”Tueller Drill” (yes, it is a drill, not a rule because it is often incorrectly labeled), which has determined that a young, powerful attacker can cover a distance of 21 feet (7 yards) in about 1.5 minutes.
NRA Certified Instructor John Caile has over 35 years of experience in the firearms industry, including training others in concealed carry and practical handgun shooting skills. As the communications director of the Minnesota Gun Owners Political Action Committee, he was instrumental in passing Minnesota’s landmark concealed carry permit law. John has appeared on national talk radio and community and public television and is a contributing writer for Concealed Carry Magazine. He continues his lifelong activism for gun owners and their rights in Palm Coast, Florida.

For those of us who carry, this normally involves practicing how to draw from concealment and flame one-handed — with the weapon held close to the body as well as the support arm held up across the chest to block a slashing or stabbing attack. I usually teach this in combination with the”Tueller Drill.”

Now the Bad News: Be Prepared to Get Cut

Stay safe.
For those of you who wish to get a better understanding of knife fighting generally, especially defending against a knife attack, I strongly suggest finding an expert in the area. Most major metropolitan areas are going to have several.
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The reason is simple: Unless your attacker can throw a knife with Ninja-like speed and precision, they will generally have to get close to do serious damage. As much as possible, keep your distance.
A friend of mine, a martial artist and former trainer of CIA covert operators, warns:”If you get in a knife fight, you are probably going to get cut.” He points out that because knife attacks are up close and personal, they require what he calls”phonebooth fighting” techniques.
I often demonstrate the”Tueller Drill” to students in my concealed carry courses. With a rubber training knife, I stand about 21 feet from a student. I arm that pupil — dressed as he or she normally would be while carrying — with my SIRT laser training pistol in a holster.
Remember, you have no idea how skilled with a blade your attacker might be. You may be surprised by just how much damage they can do (even after being shot). Depending on the graphic forensic photos I have viewed through time, knife injuries are horrific… and frequently lethal.
Even if you only want some basic defensive skills, you will learn a lot. If nothing else, you’ll find how blazingly fast some people are using a knife. 1 such instructor I understand, a former Army Ranger, can draw two knives — from concealment — in under a second!
For a comprehensive explanation of the research, including a number of the legal aspects involved, I urge you to watch this 15-minute movie featuring noted self-defense expert Massad Ayoob.
Almost invariably, I’m able to stab him or her several times before he or she can find the training pistol out. Remember, this is an individual who’s fully expecting an assault. In the actual world, an attacker may appear suddenly and out of any direction, which means you will probably have even less time to react.

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Vocal tonality is pretty Significant.

In fact, it’s really significant, especially when it comes to a self-defense circumstance. Many women encounter issues due to their tone of voice doesn’t match the words they are using, and frequently this is because they fear coming off as being rude, or being a bitch. We’ve been socialized for a very long time to be considerate, and don’t get me wrong, being polite makes the world a much better place, but sometimes it’s really important that you’re firm in what you say and how you say it (particularly when you feel as if the situation that you find yourself is making you uncomfortable).

By way of instance, if you’re out on a date with a guy and he begins getting handsy and you aren’t

really into it, women will say”stop”, but with a vocal tone that doesn’t match their wishes. If you say”stop” but your voice goes up in the end, this is called”Hunting Rapport”, which is confusing for the man. Even though you are telling him to stop, your tone is telling him that either a) this is still open for conversation and you only need a bit more convincing, or b) he will think that you’re being playful. It is absolutely imperative that you’re clear in what you say and how you say it – your tone and words must match in order for him to really understand your own dreams.   That makes sense once we understand that 93% of our communication is non-verbal, and only a measly 7% of our communication is all about the words that we actually say. Of that 93%, only 55% of it is body language – the other 38% is the tone of your voice.

Let us look at three different types of vocal tone: 

1. This tone of voice communicates that not only do you mean business, but you are showing that you don’t want what they are offering and are communication that clearly. Say”stop” aloud, curving your voice downward as you finish the word. Individuals who train dogs do the same – dogs don’t understand what you are saying, but they do understand your pitch. Speak from your chest (not your neck ) when you mean business; it’s much more commanding, and you will fill your social space with your intent (which, in this case, is for him to keep his hands to himself).  Monotone – We’ve all had that teacher or professor who droned on in a monotone voice. A monotone pitch communicates disinterest – this is not the pitch that we are looking for in self-defense. Stay”prevent” aloud in a monotone voice – it sounds as if you’re bored, not that you are actively trying him to stop what he is doing.  Hunting Rapport – this is where your pitch pops up at the end. Generally, this conveys fun, playfulness, or that you need something from another person.  Neutral Tonality – “Neutral tonality is the ideal tonality to have. Neutral tonality fluctuates between breaking rapport, and seeking rapport. Neutral tonality is best communicated with a strong voice, speaking from the torso. Neutral is the best of all worlds. Neutral communicates that you’re emotionally stable.” (1) 

When you are in a self-defense situation, remember to be apparent in both tone and words. Don’t try to sweeten what you are saying by having a cute or lively voice or a bit of a grin – mean what you mean, and say it the way you mean it. Don’t be concerned with coming off poorly because, in all honesty, if this man is getting handsy and is being a jerk, then do not worry about what he thinks of you. Your safety is always the main thing! 

Works Cited:
“Become the Intelligent Conversationalist”, Kingpin Social, http://kingpinlifestyle.com/become-the-intelligent-conversationalist/

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I’m sorta there with you. I frankly think FREE is the band. Have Heart hit on that post-youth team. They were rather good at it though.

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It’s the weekend.

You and your girlfriends have decided that it is time to go out and have a couple drinks and hit the dance floor wearing your super cute new dress and stunning new, impractical heels (sometimes it’s all about fashion before function!) . What are some things you can do to maximize your safety and reduce risks when you’re out and about the downtown core? 

Look hot AT the club, not while you’re getting there

1. Dress appropriately while in transit – If you wanna dress up in super tight clothes, wear barely-there miniskirts and tops that dip to your navel, I say do whatever floats your boat; however, you want to be prepared for the fact you will attract undesirable attention together with the welcomed attention. This may be anyone from your taxi driver, to creepy guys on the streetcar, or weirdos that you pass on the road as you’re walking to the club/bar. I strongly recommend that you cover up (wear a hoodie) on your way to your destination. Risk- reduction is a huge part of self-defense, and unwanted attention carries some very real dangers to your security. Now, some women say,”I should have the ability to dress any way I want!” You should be able to, and indeed you can, though you want to be aware that this also makes you a target for guys who will use your way of dress as an excuse to victimize you. Let me really clear about something though: regardless of what you are wearing, no one has the right to touch you. If you are ever attacked and you have friends who say,”well, you shouldn’t have been wearing such suggestive clothing”, that’s victim-blaming, sister. Push that thought right outta your mind and report what occurred immediately to the police (and more importantly, do not let an officer or friends make you feel that being assaulted was your fault or could have been prevented. If the first officer you speak to says that, ask to take care of a different officer). 

2. Drinks – Date rape is a real and frightening thing. I, unfortunately, have had a few friends experience this terrible reality, and would like to give you a few tips to avoid this at all costs. There’s the obvious things to do: do not accept drinks from strangers, go out with friends, etc.. But let’s go a step beyond that:

• THIS IS A LOT MORE COMMON THAN YOU THINK IT IS. These drugs are easily available and widely available. Do not think,”oh he looks so sterile cut/he would never hurt me/he’s so well-off, he doesn’t seem like the kind.” Predators are manipulative chameleons who will do their best to make you believe that they’re charming, nice, trustworthy, and most importantly, that they would never seem like the type to hurt you. We need to get over this type of thinking, ladies.  
• If someone is going to buy you a drink, walk into the bar together and watch the bartender pour it and make sure the bartender hands it directly to you.
• After you have your drink, walk around the bar with your hand over the surface of the cup. You’d be surprised how easily a predator can slip something into your drink without you noticing. Don’t forget, these guys literally watch and wait for the split second that you’re not paying attention. I’ve seen people also set napkins over their drinks for the identical purpose (which is even better).
• Don’t leave your drink unattended, even for an instant. If you have to go to the bathroom, have a sober girlfriend HOLD (not watch) your drink. If you set your cup down and forget about it, only to remember about it afterwards, forget it and just get a new drink. Not worth the risk. 
• Alcohol affects women differently than men because women also produce less alcohol dehydrogenase, an enzyme that metabolizes alcohol, than men. To put it differently, if a man and woman with the same weight drink the same amount of alcohol, the woman’s blood alcohol content will be higher. 
• Around the time of your menstrual cycle, you might get drunk more quickly. 
• Women’s bodies process alcohol more slowly than men’s, therefore the effects take longer to burn off.
• Eat before you venture outside, space out your own drinks, and try to drink water as often as possible
• Don’t ever drink from an open punch bowl at a home party. The risk is simply too high.  Buddy System – You definitely don’t need to be glued to the hip all night, but keep an eye on each other, and be sure that everyone gets to and from the party/club/bar safely. If you’re going to the toilet or to check out another room in a club, tell your friends before you go. No one likes to play the babysitter to this one obscenely drunk friend, but it is a small price to pay to make sure someone you care about gets home safely (besides, they will undoubtedly return the favour for you at some stage ).