Author: Robert
sheepdog + citizen of the world + humanity is my religion + conflict communicator + trying to be a better human being + serves ALL humans
Interests, passions, and pursuits include, but are not limited to:
~ The Arts of Law Enforcement and Policing and how these disciplines, if done right, can contribute to social evolution and improved social conditions.
~ Expert trainer in Civil Professionalism, Conflict Communication, and Verbal De-Escalation/Persuasion
~ Healthcare Security Management
~ Anthropology
~ Cross-cultural Studies
~ Disciplines of Self/Other Protection, Aggression Management, Counter-Violence, and Violence Abatement.
~ Graduate of Tony Blauer's Personal Defense Readiness (PDR) Instructor's Program
~ Graduate of Eddie Quinn's The Approach Self Protection Method Instructor's Program
~ Certified Instructor: Verbal Judo (Verbal Judo Institute)
~ Certified Instructor: Verbal Defense and Influence (Vistelar)
~ Certified Instructor: Surviving Verbal Conflict (Dolan Consulting Group)
~ Certified Instructor: Active Killer Defense (Active Killer Defense)
Let There Be Peace on Earth
Hi All, In this season of Christmas, people often talk of love, peace, and harmony. There used to be a time that I believed in it, that is, people’s talk. Now that time has passed. Now I look simply for one thing…action. People either do what they can, no matter how small, to care for others, all others, or they don’t. Actions speak; words veil. … Continue reading Let There Be Peace on Earth
How to Beat Islamic State
Hi Everyone, Please read this article in the Wall Street Journal. It’s by Maajid Nawaz, a young man who was once an extremist. He de-radicalized himself through an unusual series of events which included being jailed in Egypt, and freed by Amnesty International. He offers in the article valuable insights into the Islamic extremist mindset, how they gain their successes, and options of how best … Continue reading How to Beat Islamic State
Trumping Distractions in order to Deal with Violence
I remember once reading a very good article from a well respected combatives instructor from the UK. He was making the point that experienced criminals often use distraction to enable them to very effectively and violently assault their chosen victim. He was making the point that we thus need to train ourselves to avoid falling prey to such distraction, and so increase our chances … Continue reading Trumping Distractions in order to Deal with Violence
Sufism (The Good Guys): An Antidote to ISIS?
Hi All, In Verbal Defense & Influence (VDI), we speak about the importance of the social contract of a group of people, whether this group is a family, an organization, or even a nation. When I study social contracts, what becomes evident is that, in nations, social contracts are overturned, sometimes by necessity, to save lives and to improve the quality of everyone’s life. ISIS is … Continue reading Sufism (The Good Guys): An Antidote to ISIS?
Active Shooter – Become a Sheepdog
What will you do when an active shooter arrives in your environment? I am of the opinion that the American public are very much sleeping sheep. While there are some sheepdogs around, it’s not a wise strategy to simply expect others to be one’s sheepdog. Expecting others to be one’s protector is indeed a major characteristic of the American public. And it’s one of … Continue reading Active Shooter – Become a Sheepdog
Ceci n’est pas une religion
Paris Attacks – World, will you act?
There’s much that can be said about the recent Paris attacks. There’s much that needs to be said. Really, though, what is more important than saying things (anyone can say anything) is to take action on all the many realities that this attack brings alive. Please see this article. It’s not definitive. It does, though, contain thought-points which can be – and should be – … Continue reading Paris Attacks – World, will you act?
Keeping Yourself and Others Safe
Hi Everyone. I’m reblogging an outstanding post by none other than Gary Klugiewicz from Vistelar. Go over to the high quality Vistelar blog and read this article, entitled, Keeping Yourself and Others Safe. Gary shares a great article which raises so many points about the public, about Public Safety officials, about media, and about our overall social contract. Go there and check it out. Let … Continue reading Keeping Yourself and Others Safe
Origins of Vistelar Tactical Training
Hi All, Please go over to the high quality Vistelar blog to read this great post by Allen Oelschlaeger. In this post, entitled, Origins of Vistelar Tactical Training, Allen describes the wealth of experience which both Gary Klugiewicz and Dave Young bring to Vistelar’s variety of tactical training options. With their expert and diverse experience, the tactical training programs of Vistelar continue to evolve. Vistelar offers over … Continue reading Origins of Vistelar Tactical Training
Conflict Transformation & Ethical Guardianship 