My own feelings on this particular subject are always split. Intellectually I understand both sides of the typical "argument" and agree with their points.
I know for sure I don't want to be the "dead coward".
Ideally I would be the "live hero".
But given the choice between "dead hero" and "live coward"? I dunno. That's tough.
Not being a smartass here, but which is it that separates a Live hero from a Dead hero. Luck or Training?
He says both.
First time:
Live Hero
Mindset
Tactics
Gear
Skill
Luck
Dead Hero
Mindset
Tactics
Gear
Skill
[STRIKE]Luck[/STRIKE]
Then at the end he says the difference is "training".
I would consider training to encompass mindset, tactics and skill.
Yeah, I caught that too. I guess he didn't figure he could drum up much business by saying luck was going to be the difference. Guess they don't have a "Tactical Luck Training" course.
As I've gotten older, I have backed down from the "I will protect those around me" stance quite a bit. Mostly due to responsibility. Dsgnr_81
Agreed you cant unkill some one and you cant forget killing, you will probably think about it everyday for the rest of your life. They have the same access to relevant info about the dangers of the world we live in as you do. You have chosen to be more prepared for more situations by carrying, they could have also. IT IS NOT YOUR DUTY it is however in your ability. It will affect your family forever though either way
True, but how will I look at my boys who both know I carry 24/7 (if legal) knowing that I stood by and did nothing?
True, but how will I look at my boys who both know I carry 24/7 (if legal) knowing that I stood by and did nothing?
Did he just say that a guy who runs away instead of dying like a hero is a sh*tbag?
Thats a personal call. If there is any chance of an up and coming something to prove DA making a name for theirself on your shooting then you may very well become bankrupt and homeless. They dont refund your legal fees when you proove you where in the right. I agree Evil prevails when good men do nothing. It takes a special kind of person to risk theyre life for a stranger, if you loose, who protects your family tommorow?? IN the moment youll have to make such a decision you wont have time to consider all this. I carry for the protection of my family I personnally am unable to take on the extra responsibility of protecting all around me. But if i change my mind at least I'll be armed.True, but how will I look at my boys who both know I carry 24/7 (if legal) knowing that I stood by and did nothing?
My wife has learned first hand the need for training and awareness. I share my knowledge with her and work with her on training as often as possible and she carries every day, just as I. I've focused on preparing her to be able to protect herself rather than relying on me to be there at all times and she prefers it that way too.Thats a personal call. If there is any chance of an up and coming something to prove DA making a name for theirself on your shooting then you may very well become bankrupt and homeless. They dont refund your legal fees when you proove you where in the right. I agree Evil prevails when good men do nothing. It takes a special kind of person to risk theyre life for a stranger, if you loose, who protects your family tommorow?? IN the moment youll have to make such a decision you wont have time to consider all this. I carry for the protection of my family I personnally am unable to take on the extra responsibility of protecting all around me. But if i change my mind at least I'll be armed.