Building Confidence to Carry
This past weekend during my concealed carry class, two students asked very different questions, but both came down to the same answer. The first was… Read More »Building Confidence to Carry
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Easy to Rack, Easy to Load — Why the Smith & Wesson M&P Works
Why I Reach for the Smith & Wesson M&P in My Women’s Classes I bring a lot of guns to the range, but the Smith… Read More »Easy to Rack, Easy to Load — Why the Smith & Wesson M&P Works
The Best Time to Learn Self-Defense? Before You Need It
She said, “I’ve been meaning to do this for a while… but then I was assaulted.” It’s a sentence that hits hard and one I’ve… Read More »The Best Time to Learn Self-Defense? Before You Need It
Best First Gun for Women: How to Choose the Right Fit for You
One thing I always tell every student:Don’t let anyone else pick out your first gun.Not your spouse, not your friends, and not the guy behind… Read More »Best First Gun for Women: How to Choose the Right Fit for You
When Should You Carry a Firearm? Here’s The Real Answer
It’s a question I hear often:“When should you carry a firearm?” And my answer is always the same: all the time. Not because you live… Read More »When Should You Carry a Firearm? Here’s The Real Answer
Virginia & Pennsylvania Finalize Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Here’s What You Need to Know
Big news for concealed carry permit holders in Virginia and Pennsylvania! A brand-new agreement between the two states has officially restored full reciprocity for concealed… Read More »Virginia & Pennsylvania Finalize Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Here’s What You Need to Know
When Help Is a Trap: Two Real Stories That Prove Trust Can Be Dangerous
We’re wired to believe that when we need help, someone will come through. But sometimes, help is a trap, used by predators to gain your… Read More »When Help Is a Trap: Two Real Stories That Prove Trust Can Be Dangerous
Vulnerable Locations: What You Should Know About Transitional Spaces
Let’s be real, there are places we go every day that just feel a little off sometimes.Parking lots. Gas stations. ATMs. That weird stairwell.And it’s not just… Read More »Vulnerable Locations: What You Should Know About Transitional Spaces
Concealed Carry: Are You Really Ready?
Choosing to carry a concealed firearm isn’t just about having the right gear. It’s about making a personal and legal commitment to be prepared, responsible,… Read More »Concealed Carry: Are You Really Ready?
The Responsibility of Carrying in a Concealed Carry Purse
Choosing how to carry your firearm is a personal decision, and one of the ongoing debates is whether to carry on your person or in… Read More »The Responsibility of Carrying in a Concealed Carry Purse