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Posts tagged "Mark Manson"

Weekend Knowledge Dump- August 9, 2019

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Anatomy of an Assault: The 5-Step Attack Cycle Steve Tarani identifies the ways criminals evaluate their victims and how they set the victim up for attack.  If you can short circuit the process, you […]

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AR-15, Ben Stoeger, ccw, Claude Werner, Gary Vaynerchuck, Grant Cunningham, holsters, laser sights, Mark Manson, Massad Ayoob, medical skills, medicine, optics, Practical Eschatology, psychology, Rangemaster, revolvers, shooting drills, shotguns, situational awareness, Steve Tarani, survival, The Revolver Guy View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- July 5, 2019

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   A Beginner’s Guide To Red Dot Pistol Sights Good information for any of you looking to start using a red dot on your pistol.     Start Shooting Better Episode 12: The Test With […]

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, Active Self Protection, Caleb Causey, compliance, crime statistics, Dave Spaulding, exercise, firearms training, kidnapping, Lucky Gunner, Mark Manson, medical skills, Michael Bane, Mike Seeklander, pocket carry, pocket pistols, police training, range 365, Rangemaster, shooting drills, snubnose View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- May 24, 2019

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Choosing Your First AR-15: A Practical Guide Very valuable information for those of you contemplating buying your first AR-15 rifle.     Elmer Keith On Combat Quick Draw I love studying the history of […]

Posted on May 24, 2019 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, Active Self Protection, active shooter, ankle holsters, AR-15, ccw, Cecil Burch, crime statistics, edible plants, family safety, Grant Cunningham, Gun Nuts Media, Henry Holsters, holsters, Jeff Gonzales, Mark Manson, Matt Bracken, medical skills, open carry, partner rescue, police, police shootings, Primary and Secondary, psychology, reloads, robbery, scams, shotguns, third world travel, Zulu Bravo Kydex View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- May 17, 2019

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Data on the Rate of Shootings and Accidents in Schools that allow Teachers to Carry Click “download this paper” in the upper left corner of the linked article to get a free full text […]

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AK-47, AR-15, ccw, Chuck Haggard, civilian gunfighter, G4 Personal Safety, Jerking the Trigger, Mark Manson, medical skills, PHLster, police, police gunfights, police training, school shootings, school violence, shotguns, Steve Moses, The Revolver Guy, travel, weapon malfunctions View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- December 28, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Why would I draw one handed? A lot of my CCW students have never practiced drawing one handed.  It’s a critical skill to learn.  Your other hand might be needed for something more important […]

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
10mm, active killer, Active Self Protection, active shooter, AR-15, ccw, crime statistics, Dave Spaulding, David Yamane, drugs, gelatin tests, Hock Hochheim, holsters, Integrated Skills Group, James LaFond, Ken Hackathorn, Kyle Defoor, Legal, Loose Rounds, magazines, Mark Manson, one handed shooting, open carry, optics, psychology, Range Hot, revolvers, school shootings, Seth Godin, shooting drills, The Complete Combatant, vehicle tactics, women's self defense View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- September 21, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Filthy Firearm: AR Accuracy Testing at 10,000 Rounds How accurate would your rifle be after firing 10,000 rounds without cleaning?  You might be surprised. Your rifle will last even longer if you regularly inspect […]

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AR-15, building search tactics, ccw, exercise, firearms training, fraud, ground fighting, holsters, ITS Tactical, Mark Manson, medical skills, optics, police, Primary and Secondary, psychology, Recoil Magazine, shooting drills, survival, William Aprill View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- August 3, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Running the AK Some of the basics for you folks who are new to running the AK family of rifles. You may also like the same authors’ take on the pump shotgun as well. […]

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AK-47, building search tactics, dryfire, Gabe Suarez, ground fighting, Hock Hochheim, Jeff Gonzales, Ken Hackathorn, Larry Vickers, Mark Manson, Massad Ayoob, medical skills, precision rifle, psychology, revolvers, shooting drills, The Revolver Guy, William Aprill View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- June 15, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Make It So Every trainer can be a bit myopic at times.  Here is some advice to help you cure this ailment.     What is “Training”? There is a difference between training, testing, […]

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AK-47, ballistics, Cecil Burch, firearms training, flashlight tactics, Gabe Suarez, gelatin tests, Graham Tradecraft, Grant Cunningham, health, home security, Hsoi, Jack Donovan, John Farnam, Kathy Jackson, Lucky Gunner, Mark Manson, medical skills, Mike Pannone, Nick Hughes, Practical Eschatology, practice sessions, psychology, school shootings, shooting drills, Surefire, Travis Haley, uncensored tactical View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- May 18, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Pre-Attack Indicators A thorough compilation of the research about what “tells” a criminal displays immediately prior to his attack.  I’ve never seen anyone use or advocate his “emergency time out” hand positioning.  I like […]

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, active shooter, Alain Burrese, awareness, Ballistic Radio, Breach Bang Clear, ccw, crime statistics, Dave Young, Ed's Manifesto, FBI, firearms training, holsters, identity theft, Jeff Gonzales, Ken Hackathorn, Krebs on Security, Legal, Mark Manson, Massad Ayoob, medical skills, pre-assault indicators, Raven Concealment, Richard Nance, shooting drills, Short Barrel Shepherd, third world travel View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- March 16, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Federal 38spl 130gr HST gel test This load is relatively new, but shows some good promise.  It’s tough finding .38 special ammo that both expands and penetrates well, especially through heavy clothing.  The Federal […]

Posted on March 16, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, Active Self Protection, active shooter, ccw, Chris Fry, civilian gunfighter, exercise, fitness, Gabe Suarez, gelatin tests, holsters, Jared Reston, Mark Manson, OC, Phil Elmore, Priority Performance, scams, school violence, shooting drills, third world travel View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- March 9, 2018

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Proof of Real Evil in the World When dealing with an “unknown contact,” it’s best to keep your hands out of your pockets.  If you get taken to the ground and your attacker remains […]

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, Active Self Protection, active shooter, church security, diet, firearms training, Lucky Gunner, Mark Manson, Pew Pew Tactical, police, psychology, Rangemaster, revolvers, Rory Miller, school shootings, statistics, Steve Moses, SWAT magazine, Terry Trahan, travel View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- September 8, 2017

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Building Confidence in CCW Skills Many novice shooters “practice” rather than “train.”  Training implies having some goal and structure for your practice session.  Here’s how to transition your practice or recreational shooting sessions into […]

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, AR-15, Cap City Outfitters, family safety, Grant Cunningham, Growing Up Guns, health, holsters, John Mosby, Karl Rehn, Mark Manson, Massad Ayoob, open carry, Paul Sharp, police, psychology, Ralph Mroz, shooting drills, Short Barrel Shepherd, Spotter Up, The Revolver Guy, travel safety View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- April 21, 2017

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   An AR for Home Defense? Clay, Drywall, Raw Meat & A Myth Busted! Do you think that loading your defensive shotgun with birdshot or loading varmint rounds in your AR-15 will prevent overpenetration through […]

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, ballistic testing, firearms training, grappling, home defense, Karl Rehn, Mark Manson, Paul Sharp, police, survival, third world travel View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- April 7, 2017

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   Vertical Fetal Position Jeff calls hugging your cover “the vertical fetal position.”  It’s a bad idea.  Stay at least arms’ length away from your cover unless you are defending against an elevated threat.     […]

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, Claude Werner, cover, crime statistics, Jeff Gonzales, Karl Rehn, Mark Manson, Paul Carlson, Paul Gomez, pocket carry, shooting drills, survival, The Art of Manliness, The Firearms Blog View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- December 16, 2016

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   The Power of Fear An interesting article on firearm use during the urban warfare of the Balkan war in Bosnia in the early 1990s. English is not the author’s primary language, so it isn’t […]

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, ccw, Dave Spaulding, diet, health, Hock Hochheim, John Mosby, knife training, Mark Manson, Rob Leatham, scenario training, shooting drills, Short Barrel Shepherd, survival, terrorism, Weapons Man, women's self defense View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- October 7, 2016

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   You must be vigilant: How to protect yourself in the face of terror “We stop and look both ways before we cross the road because we realize we are entering a potentially dangerous environment. […]

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, art of manliness, Ballistic Radio, Breach Bang Clear, Dave Grossman, driving, fitness, gunsmithing, health, Mark Manson, medical skills, police, psychology, situational awareness, suppressors, terrorism, Tom Givens, travel, William Aprill View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- August 7, 2015

Knowledge to make your life better.  If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.   “Having a gun and being armed are two different things.“     Watch this video of two police officers being assassinated. It’s from Venezuela. In that country, gun control makes it impossible for the […]

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
active killer, Alain Burrese, Claude Werner, communication, crime statistics, Doom and Bloom, Ed's Manifesto, gelatin tests, ground fighting, John Mosby, knife training, Mark Manson, medical skills, police, Rory Miller, shooting drills View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- February 6, 2015

Links to some of the best tactical information on the web.  If you have some free time, check them out this weekend.   Best Flashlights of 2014 Some superb flashlight evaluations and discussion on this site.     Cultivating Threat Recognition Skill A great primer on threat recognition, predatory movement detection, and countering tactics.   […]

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
awareness, ballistics, Cecil Burch, Claude Werner, fighting, Gun Nuts Media, holsters, John Robb, Lee Morrison, Limatunes, long distance shooting, Lucky Gunner, Marcus Wynne, Mark Manson, pre-assault indicators, precision rifle, revolvers, Rory Miller, Smith and Wesson, sniper, snubnose, survival, terrorism View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- December 26, 2014

  Links to some of the best reading on the web.  If you have some free time, check them out this weekend.     Criminal Assaults Woman Holding Her Baby To Steal Her Phone A short video that highlights a few important crime prevention issues.  You can clearly see how being distracted sets the victim […]

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
Active Self Protection, Adaptive Defense Concepts, AK-47, awareness, crime prevention, Dave Spaulding, firearms training, Grant Cunningham, health, holsters, home defense, Mark Manson, medical skills, modern service weapons, one handed shooting, optics, Recoil Magazine, rifles, sniper, suppressors, survival View Post

Weekend Knowledge Dump- September 19, 2014

Here are a few links to articles and videos I found interesting this week. Some are intellectual. Some are informative. Some are just fun. If you have some free time, check them out this weekend. State Variation in Hospital Use and Cost of Firearm Assault Injury, 2010   It’s relatively rare to find decent academic […]

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Greg Ellifritz in Weekend Knowledge Dump
.22, children, Dave Spaulding, fitness, gelatin tests, health, holsters, Lucky Gunner, Mark Manson, Mike Seeklander, optics, pets, research, revolver, shooting drills, snubnose, survival blog, Veterinary medicine View Post
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