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What is a “Safe Direction”?

Here is my working definition of a “safe direction” for non-emergency purposes: A safe direction is a deliberately-chosen relationship between the muzzle of the gun and the surrounding area — one that will reliably bring all projectiles to rest without … Continue reading

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Age-old wisdom

Eventually (if we live long enough!), we will all get old. No matter what physical shape we are in right now, the skills, attitudes, and behaviors we are building right now will either help us or hurt us during the very … Continue reading

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Keep the Muzzle Below the Berm

So this week on Fb I posted a challenge that I knew would annoy many people I care about. Posted it anyway — not because I enjoy annoying people, but because it is an important subject that too many people … Continue reading

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Oh my people…

If you’re advertising your CCW class with a picture of a woman pointing the gun at her own hand as she draws, you’re not as qualified to teach that class as you believe you are. If you see an advertisement … Continue reading

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One Piece of Advice

If there were one piece of advice I could give to everyone who keeps a gun around for self-defense, it would be this: GUARD YOUR MINDSET. Teach yourself how to think about self-defense and personal protection. Study good sources and … Continue reading

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Which certifications make a qualified firearms instructor?

From my email box: “Ms. Jackson, In selecting a qualified firearms instructor, what certifications, etc. should one look for?” My answer: The short answer is, if you’re looking for a good teacher you can trust, don’t look for specific certificates … Continue reading

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Practice makes…

Scrolling through Facebook this morning, one of the beginners’ groups where I lurk was having a discussion about shooting better.[ref]That’s a rarity; most of the time beginners just want to talk about what to buy, apparently with the idea that … Continue reading

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Confidence in Carrying

The question comes up surprisingly often, even from people who have had their carry permits for a long time: “How can I get confident enough to actually carry the gun in my daily life?” It’s a tough question and I’m … Continue reading

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