A Wake-up call from the Chairside: Violence Can Strike Anywhere
A Wake-Up Call from the Chairside: Violence Can Strike Anywhere
Shared by an oral surgeon in small-town America.
I practice in a quiet community of about 16,000—your classic two-horse town, 20 miles from where I live. As a former firefighter, I trained or worked alongside many of the local first responders. That history pays dividends: when I dial 911, fire or police are on scene in under 90 seconds.
Except once.
Airports: Not as Safe as You Think
Airports, train stations, and other so-called “sensitive places” attract people who know travelers are unarmed and distracted. Modern airport policies, in the name of appearing “progressive,” have created soft targets — unsecured areas filled with unaware civilians who assume the presence of cameras, uniforms, and TSA lines means safety.
Choosing Carry Ammo - A practical, no-nonsense guide
When folks pick a carry/self-defense load they often get hung up on tiny differences in penetration or expansion. Don’t. Pick several high-quality loads that fall inside an acceptable performance envelope, then find out which one your pistol likes best.
Crime in the U.S.: 2024 BJS Report and Self-Defense Tips
he Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), part of the U.S. Department of Justice, releases its annual crime report every October, detailing the previous year’s data. The 2024 report, published this month, paints a sobering picture. Compiling this data takes time, but the numbers demand attention.
Critical Lessons from a Homeowner’s Costly Mistake
“Knowledge defeats fear.
Preparation defeats failure.
Discipline defeats panic.”
~Michael Lang
Stay Vigilant, Stay Prepared: A Call to Action for Personal Safety
Stay Vigilant, Stay Prepared: A Call to Action for Personal Safety
by Jeff Young
Wasp Spray for Self-Defense? Busting a Dangerous Myth
Wasp Spray for Self-Defense? Busting a Dangerous Myth
Mastering Mental Imagery: Your Key to Tactical Success
Mastering Mental Imagery: Your Key to Tactical Success
The Four Firearms Safety Rules: Their Origins and Why They Matter
The Four Firearms Safety Rules: Their Origins and Why They Matter
Why Most Gun Owners Skip Serious Firearms Training
Why Most Gun Owners Skip Serious Firearms Training
The Case for Ambidextrous Firearms Skills
The Case for Ambidextrous Firearms Skills
By Jeff Young
Range Etiquette: How to Be a Pro (and Not That Guy) at the Firing Range
Range Etiquette: How to Be a Pro (and Not That Guy) at the Firing Range
By Jeff Young
Gun Control Myths Debunked: A Firearms Training Perspective
Gun Control Myths Debunked: A Firearms Training Perspective
By Jeff Young
Why You Can’t Rely on 911: The Case for Carrying
Why You Can’t Rely on 911: The Case for Carrying
By Jeff Young
