Five circles of preparedness

From the Surviving in Argentina blog - http://ferfal.blogspot.com/2010/04/five-circles-of-preparedness.html.

He describes the preparedness mindset much like martial artists discuss ranges - from the immediate, 'deal with it now' range to the longer range (but still life threatening), take a breath and cope (prepare) range.

I like to think of martial arts as being a micro version of the real world - the strategies/principles we use for protecting ourselves are the same, only the tactics and techniques change. And when things go south, fancy moves rarely help - simple, proven methods are preferred.

Preparedness Link

Preparedness Lifestyle vs Preparedness Event - http://mail.myptsmail.com/mercop/blog/?p=617

"Preparedness is like physical fitness, the little things you do every day matter more than the big things you do once in a while."

A little workout every day beats one long workout rarely. A journey of a thousand steps begins with one step, repeated.

From Ikigai - Blogging the martial way

"Everybody has to decide for themselves what they are willing to risk to defend themselves, their loved ones, and complete strangers. But it’s wise to understand the possible ramifications of relying solely on others for that protection."

Wise words from Ikigai - http://www.ikigaiway.com/2010/the-perpetual-need-for-self-defense/

Words that apply to all of life - don't wait around for someone else to do what you should be doing for yourself.

And a belated Gung Hay Fat Choy to everyone.

Knife Laws in Florida

Just a link to a blog I follow, for my fellow Floridians interested in things sharp and edgy.

http://orlandocriminallawyer.blogspot.com/2010/02/instructive-case-on-common-pocketknives.html

Media Hype or Firearm Facts—You Decide

Media Hype or Firearm Facts—You Decide
Posted on February 11, 2010 by Kellene Bishop
http://womenofcaliber.wordpress.com/2010/02/11/media-hype-or-firearm-facts%E2%80%94you-decide-2/



Thanks to Kellene for posting this. The inherent right to self defense should not be an emotional issue, but oftentimes it becomes one. No matter how you decide to defend yourself and your loved ones, get proper training. Training and awareness will get you through life much better than dumb luck....

Link to Low Tech Combat

From a blog I follow on Google reader - some good points for the Reality Based Self Defense crowd (and all of us who practice martial arts for a self defense aspect).
One on a skeptical look at MA -
http://www.lowtechcombat.com/2010/01/practicalities-and-realities-from.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lowtechcombat%2FWHwU+%28Low+Tech+Combat%29

One on Pre-attack indicators -
http://www.lowtechcombat.com/2010/01/new-ltc-video-know-your-pre-attack.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lowtechcombat%2FWHwU+%28Low+Tech+Combat%29

And one on aliveness -
http://www.lowtechcombat.com/2010/01/aliveness-common-sense-or-controversial.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lowtechcombat%2FWHwU+%28Low+Tech+Combat%29

Spar With The Mind of A Bloodhound

http://crazymonkeydefense.com/blogs/?p=176

Clean and simple article on the inner dialogue game. Just as important as training hard is training smart.