Body Language Blunders that may Worsen Conflict

Hi All, I am regular reader of the articles on Dr. Travis Bradberry.  He is a prolific writer on the subject of Emotional Intelligence.  Most of his articles come out regularly through LinkedIn.  Look him up! Here is one of his articles entitled Body Language Blunders That Can Make You Look Bad.  It’s worth reading.  Let’s examine each of the points he addresses in this … Continue reading Body Language Blunders that may Worsen Conflict

What Should We Do about ISIS?

Hi All, I wanted to share this valuable article from Medium, authored by David Swan. Like me, many of you want to figure out how to resolve the ISIS issue, finding a solution to this growing terroristic network. David raises many good points, speaking frankly (of which we need more from everyone), from his own experiences.  This article doesn’t necessarily answer the question of how to solve … Continue reading What Should We Do about ISIS?

Orlando Wilson

Hi All, I wanted to share a website/blog that I very much like.  It is operated by Orlando Wilson. The site is: https://cornishprivateer.com It’s an excellent source for training in personal defense, tactical law enforcement/security training, response to terrorist attacks, hostile environment training, kidnap prevention, response to active shooters, tactical handgun training, online security management training courses, and much more.  Go here to read about all that … Continue reading Orlando Wilson

Mental Toughness

Hi All! There is a great post over at Staying Safe, an outstanding blog run by Christopher Pendas. Go here to see his most recent post on Mental Toughness.  He does an amazing job at highlighting the real nature of mental toughness and its nuances when put into actual practice. Again, go here to read this post.  Read his other many other posts as well on situational … Continue reading Mental Toughness

Rollcall Wisdom – Guardians of the Peace

    Hi All! Here continues the Rollcall Wisdom featuring Chief Harry Dolan. Please see this video below wherein Chief Harry Dolan, former Raleigh, NC Police Chief, speaks about the essential definition of a Law Enforcement Officer.  It is his opinion of this definition, and it is one with which I wholeheartedly agree. There is still an ongoing debate where Law Enforcement Officers make arguments … Continue reading Rollcall Wisdom – Guardians of the Peace

Muhammad Ali: A True Human Being

Hi All, Muhammad Ali is now physically gone.  He has died. Yes, he was a boxer.  He was an impeccable boxer!  But is that how he is remembered now? No, he is not remembered as “just” a boxer.  He is also not remembered as being “just” a person.  No…rather, he is remembered as having been a human being, a man of character, with immense moral … Continue reading Muhammad Ali: A True Human Being

Rollcall Wisdom – The 24 Hour Rule

Hi All, Please see below this outstanding video teaching wherein Chief Harry Dolan speaks about the value of the 24-Hour Rule. I have personally used this rule, and seen for myself how using it can increase your professionalism, decrease unnecessary stress, and avoid saying or doing things which later can prove to be emotionally or legally problematic.  It is a very practical rule which will … Continue reading Rollcall Wisdom – The 24 Hour Rule

Come Home…Humanity

Antix, a rapper from London, wrote Come Home for his brother who suffered from severe mental illness. This song, however, like all good poetry, has many levels, and multi-various meanings to different listeners.  I wonder if listeners will hear that he is speaking directly to humanity herself, in all lands, from all cultures, from all religions, all people, everywhere. When Antix wrote this for his … Continue reading Come Home…Humanity