Podcasts about force continuum

Mindset determination can seem relatively straightforward until the implementation is attempted. How do we establish positive mindsets? On this episode, Dr. Wendy Zimmer discussed her book, The Force Continuum.

This is part 2 of a 2 part series focusing on how our mindset and thinking shape our level of future success.  To speak on this is my guest to day Dr. Wendi Zimmer. Wendi is an expert in mindset development, a professor, an educational consultant, and creator of the Mindset Factor.  During this episode you will learn:  The Four pillars of the Force Continuum and how it can change how people view themselves and help them achieve their goals The difference between working in groups and collaborating with others to achieve a goal. A brief description of you Weekly Bits of Wonderful Writing Wisdom Resources  Dr. Zimmerman - wendinichole@gmail.com Mike Wilson - mwilson@hcde-texas.org

The Force Continuum: How to Shift Your Mindset to Transform Your Life by Wendi Zimmer Wendizimmer.com Amazon.com In this information age, we are inundated with videos, podcasts, websites, social media posts, and many other sources of information that give us strategies and resources to achieve anything we want. From weight loss to learning another language, we don't have to look far to find people telling us what to do. The problem is that no one tells us HOW to achieve more, and we often are not ready to apply the information we receive. We allow our fears and doubts to get in the way and derail our belief in ourselves. To get what we want and to truly transform our lives, we must start by working on ourselves. We all have a power within us that helps us achieve what we want in life. This power is called FORCE, and when used correctly, it can transform who we are, how we view ourselves, and how we achieve what we want. The Force Continuum is a series of four pillars that, when strengthened, allow us to apply the information we already know. When strengthened, the Force Continuum, which consists of our mindset, identity, energy, and habits, gives us permission to believe in ourselves and take control of our lives. If we do not have what we want, or at least not yet, we can narrow the reasons down to at least one of four things. Our mindset: We do not believe we can achieve what we want. Our identity: We are not who we want to be or are not seen as we want and need to be seen. Our habits: We are not actively working to get what we want. Our energy: We are not paying attention to where our energy comes from and where it goes. That's it! Those four components explain why we do or do not get what we want. They make up the force inside us that transforms our lives by increasing our belief in ourselves and our ability to achieve what we want. For some of us, one component may be holding us back. For others, all four may get in our way. All four were holding me back at one time, but not anymore. I discovered a simple system for strengthening my mindset, identity, habits, and energy to unleash the force I had to believe in myself. Now, I want to teach you to do the same-how to believe in yourself to achieve more than you ever thought possible. To be the person YOU have always wanted to be.About the author Wendi Zimmer, PhD, is an expert in mindset development, a professor at Texas A&M University, an avid researcher, and an educational consultant. As an educator for over twenty years, she has used her research and experience to help thousands of people take power over their mindsets, using easy to implement strategies to make this relatively abstract concept of mindset development actionable.

The Making After School Cool Podcast is produced by CASE for kids, a division of Harris County Department of Education and is hosted by Mike Wilson This is part one of a 2-part series of episodes which, focuses on the influence our mindset have on our lives. There are many perspectives and theories regarding how our thinking shape our level of future success and to speak on this is my guest to day Dr. Wendi Zimmer   During this podcast you will hear about: Zimmer's definition of mindset How does our mindset strengthen or weaken what we can achieve. How does our thoughts control our emotions? The four pillars of the Force Continuum and how it can change how people view themselves and help them achieve their goals. Resources: Mike Wilson – mwilson@hcde-texas.org Dr. Wendi Zimmer – wendi@themindsetfactor.com

In this episode of The Profitable Christian Business Podcast, Doug Greathouse sits down with Wendi Zimmer, a mindset expert, professor at Texas A&M University, and educational consultant. Wendi shares her powerful journey of overcoming personal struggles and how she helps others shift their mindset to achieve success in both life and business. From her experience as a mindset coach and consultant, Wendi breaks down the essential pillars of mindset development, why small habits matter, and how aligning your mindset with your faith can transform your personal and professional life. Wendi also shares practical strategies from her upcoming book, The Force Continuum, and provides insights on how to cultivate a growth mindset in the face of adversity. Key Topics Discussed: The power of mindset in achieving long-term success The role faith plays in navigating life's challenges How small habits can lead to major breakthroughs Why believing in yourself is a skill that can be developed Practical strategies for aligning your faith with business decisions Tune in to discover how to apply mindset principles to your own life and business while staying grounded in faith. Connect with Wendi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendizimmer/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you would like a preview or some strategies in her soon-to-be-released book: The Force Continuum early,  text the word force to 33777.  She has a resource there that you can download to start digging into, How to believe in yourself again and how to figure out the best strategy for you.   Or you can go here to check it out as well: https://themindsetfactor.my.canva.site/force ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In Episode 73 Sofia interviews Chuck Haggard of Agile Training and Consulting. Chuck Haggard is a seasoned veteran in the realm of personal defense, with over 28 years of dedicated service in the Topeka Police Department. His career within the department saw him rise through various crucial roles, including Field Training Officer, SWAT squad leader, and ultimately to the esteemed rank of Lieutenant. Chuck's commitment to excellence led him to venture into private defensive training, where he now shares his wealth of knowledge and experience with law enforcement personnel, military members, security forces, and civilians alike.Chuck's extensive background includes training from prestigious institutions such as the National Law Enforcement Training Center and the Defensive Shooting Academy of Tulsa, among many others. He holds certifications as both a civilian and law enforcement trainer across a spectrum of weapon systems, including pistol, shotgun, rifle, carbine, O.C. spray, baton, and Taser. Additionally, Chuck is adept in teaching weapon retention, disarming techniques, and various empty-hand skills.Beyond his impressive resume, Chuck's passion lies in empowering individuals to become responsible advocates of self-defense. He takes pride in his role within the community, dedicating himself to ensuring others are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to protect themselves effectively. As an adjunct instructor for esteemed organizations like Strategos International and Hardwire Tactical, Chuck continues to leave a lasting impact on those he trains, solidifying his reputation as a leading authority in personal defense.*Adapted from the Agile Training and Consulting website (linked below)Follow the pod on instagram for more episode updates @sheshieldpod. Thank you all for your encouragement and support. If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/sheshieldpodPodcast Sponsors: Links and CodesCiguera Gear: Use the code "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod! https://ciguera.com/ Big Tex Ordnance: your soon-to-be favorite retailer for all of your firearms needs. Use code “FIT4FIA” for 10% off your BTO order and to support the pod via https://www.bigtexordnance.com/?ref=79990 Walkers Inc. Hearing Protection: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod https://www.walkersgameear.com/ SOG: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod https://sogknives.com/ GPS Range Bags: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod https://www.goutdoorsproducts.com/ Birchwood Casey: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod  https://www.birchwoodcasey.com/ Cold Steel: Use code “SHESHIELD” to save and to support the pod https://www.coldsteel.com/ All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodHold My Guns Firearms Storage for Those in Need: https://www.holdmyguns.org/Resources mentioned in this episode: 1.  Agile Training and Consulting: https://agiletactical.com/2. Chuck's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/chuck_haggard?igsh=bWliNGsxdTB3aHU43. Photo on cover taken from https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/choosing-pepper-spray-for-everyday-carry/

Police use of force is widely criticized, but the subject isn't as black and white as many people think. 

Dave and Dale will discuss your right to self-defense and how your use of deadly force may or may not be justified. The law enforcement 'Use of Force Continuum' will be explained and when possible, Dale will provide some real-life examples. The Kyle Rittenhouse case will be discussed as well as the Ahmaud Arbery shooting which occurred in Georgia in 2020.Inside the Line: Real Stories by Real Cops explores serious crime ‘n grime issues and stories with a dark sense of humor, from a street-level view. Interview, anecdote, and opinion mix with insults, small talk, and some things that are just weird. How are college kids hustled by the promise of sex? Why are psychopaths so charming? What's it like to talk to a mentally ill person who's just cut off his hand? Wisecracks, smart observations, and stories from the street make for an interesting hunk of weekly infotainment. Featuring retired Massachusetts police officer Dale Lawrence, journalist comedian Dave Rattigan and actor/comedian Nathan Arroyo.http://insidetheline.orgrealstoriesbyrealcops@gmail.com

A discussion about use of force, and the Force Continuum. Getting into some of the weeds regarding when and why force can be necessary. 

In this episode of the Church Security Roll Call, we're going to be discussing the Use-of-Force Continuum.

In the wake of the death of George Floyd, Rayshard Brooks and so many other minorities at the hands of police we take a look at the concept of deadly force. We'll explore what deadly force is by looking at the legal standard for deadly force. We will explore the authority invested in police to use force, when that use of force can be escalated and the rules around how and when police can use force. We'll examine the Use of Force Continuum and explore the lack of a centralized set of standards for police within the United States and how that in combination with varying local laws can lead to abuse of police authority. We'll explore the inconsistent and decentralized training of police throughout the country. We will examine laws that have been on the books for years that were designed to shield rogue elements of the police force from public scrutiny. We have a broken system of law enforcement in this country today that is resulting in deadly outcomes far more frequently then it should. We'll explore some of these break downs in the system and we'll also look at changes that are happening now thanks to the sacrifices of individuals like Eric Garner, George Floyd, Rayshard Books and many more. A change is need, and a change is happening now with more reforms and consequences to come.

My good friend and fellow law enforcement officer, Thom Safrin, joins me to go over the Rayshard Brooks shooting in Atlanta GA and the subsequent charging and arrest of Officer Garret Rolfe for murder. The goal: Shed light on this incident and educate our listeners on the who, what, where, when , why and how behind this tragic event. From review of Officer Rolfe's and Rayshard Brooks backgrounds, the initial arrival of Officers on scene, the D.U.I. assessment of Brooks, and on through the Use of Force Continuum as it pertained to the use of deadly force in this case, we break it down along with the body cam footage, for you, our listeners, and give the common people some things to think about it! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/juststopusa?fan_landing=true)

In the wake of the death of George Floyd, Rayshard Brooks and so many other minorities at the hands of police we take a look at the concept of deadly force. We'll explore what deadly force is by looking at the legal standard for deadly force. We will explore the authority invested in police to use force, when that use of force can be escalated and the rules around how and when police can use force.We'll examine the Use of Force Continuum and explore the lack of a centralized set of standards for police within the United States and how that in combination with varying local laws can lead to abuse of police authority. We'll explore the inconsistent and decentralized training of police throughout the country. We will examine laws that have been on the books for years that were designed to shield rogue elements of the police force from public scrutiny.We have a broken system of law enforcement in this country today that is resulting in deadly outcomes far more frequently then it should. We'll explore some of these break downs in the system and we'll also look at changes that are happening now thanks to the sacrifices of individuals like Eric Garner, George Floyd, Rayshard Books and many more. A change is need, and a change is happening now with more reforms and consequences to come.Support the show (https://www.twitch.tv/insightsintothings)

In episode #8 Jay and Mike discuss a recent broad daylight shoot-out in suburban Washington DC.  As a result of the recent "defund the police" movement, the guys talk about the nebulous concept of de-escalation and how things move along the Force Continuum during dynamic lethal force situations.  These ideas lead not to defunding but the necessity for more training.  For the armed citizens, the guys get into the concepts of "Totality of Circumstance", cessation of threat, and disparity of force so everyone can understand some of the requirements that must be met during a lethal force encounter with a criminal threat. Questions or Comments? Podcast@latentforce.com   Be sure to check out our website www.latentforce.com Links for this episode: Space Force - Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81021929   Washington DC shoot-out - Video A popular Memphis rapper named CEO Bezzal was shot and killed in Washington, DC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3RiJxu-yKU   Firearms Safety Rules https://latentforce.com/styled-2/styled-26/   Tech 9 used in the shoot out https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TEC-9   The Force Continuum https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/use-force-continuum   MILO System - Judgemental Use of Force https://www.faac.com/milo-range/simulators/milo-range-theater/   Police Academy - Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e_9GirqmoI   Taser International https://www.taser.com/   De-Escalation concepts https://www.forcescience.org/2020/03/realistic-de-escalation/   Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure - Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rph_1DODXDU   Ultimate Training Munitions (UTM) - Force on Force Training https://utmworldwide.com/products/man-marker-round-mmr/   Phoenix Pastor Jarrett Maupin - Force on Force Lessons https://www.policeone.com/use-of-force/articles/video-anti-police-protester-undergoes-use-of-force-scenario-training-ucSt7LklFGBrQ8F9/   NYPD - Officer Count and Pay https://citylimits.org/2015/04/14/the-nypd-has-more-cops-than-45-states/ https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/careers/police-officers/po-benefits.page   Cessation of Threat Simply put, you are (or may be) entitled to use deadly force against a criminal attacker only as long as they present a threat.  Once the threat has ceased - by their flight, surrender, or inability to continue the attack - so must your use of deadly force. This is a state-specific topic. You must know the requirements in your area that allow you to use deadly force in defense of yourself or others.  Find the info you need for your state here: https://www.lawserver.com/tools/search-results?qry=use%20of%20force%20in%20defense%20of%20self%20or%20others   Elements of Force - AOJP Concept Ability, Opportunity, Jeopardy and Preclusion must exist to justify the use of deadly force https://useofforce.us/3aojp/   Duty to Retreat https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/what-is-a-duty-to-retreat-law/ In many jurisdictions, you have a duty to retreat from a confrontation before you can legally use deadly force to defend yourself.  If you can escape or evade safely then you must attempt to do so.   The Totality of the Situation When faced with a critical defensive encounter, you must assess the totality of the situation so that you may respond appropriately.  Like all things self-defense related, they may be different in your state so be sure to find out what applies in your area.  Several circumstances to consider: Age, physical size, fitness level, skill level, numbers, weapons, injury/exhaustion, a position of advantage, special knowledge, seriousness, aggressiveness, intoxication/drug use, propensity for violence, innocents in the area, and the ability to summon aid or assistance. Stranger vs Non-Stranger - Violent Attacks https://www.bjs.gov/index.cfm?ty=tp&tid=941 https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/cv18.pdf Violent Crime - Homicide, Rape, Sexual Assualt, Robbery, Assault, Stalking/Intimidation Violent Crime by Stranger 2018 - 2,493,750 Violent Crime by Non-Stranger 2018 - 980,280 Total Violent Crime 3,474,030 Non-Stranger Violent Crime 2018 - 28.2%   Liar Liar - Movie https://youtu.be/9jN35EKIbuM   Awareness - Col. Coopers Color Codes https://www.breachbangclear.com/cooper-color-code/   https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Personal-Defense-Jeff-Cooper/dp/1581604955   Disparity of Force It is reasonable that a disparity in the age, gender, physical size, fitness, or skill level of individuals involved in a confrontation may or may not dictate the use of deadly force.  Again, this is different in many jurisdictions, so know the laws in your location. https://gallagherdefense.com/2020/06/01/disparity-force-self-defense/   Elderly NY Women Attacked - Video https://www.foxnews.com/us/nyc-shoving-suspect-woman-92   Harold Fish Flagstaff, AZ - 10mm Ammunition https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=4266 Fish's conviction for killing a homeless man with a history of dangerous violent behavior and mental instability who attacked Fish while hiking on a remote trail, was obtained through a jury trial by stressing that Fish overreacted, through choosing to use the increased stopping power of 10 mm hollow-point bullets. State law in Arizona has subsequently been changed, such that the state now has the burden to prove that a self-defense shooting was not in self-defense, whereas the burden previously, before the Fish incident, was that the shooter on trial had to prove that the shooting was in fact, done in self-defense. The conviction has since been thrown out by the Arizona Court of Appeals. http://www.nbcnews.com/id/15199221/ns/dateline_nbc-crime_reports/t/trail-evidence/ And this juror was disturbed by the type of bullets Fish used. Elliot: The whole hollow point thing bothered me.  That bullet is designed to do as much damage as absolutely possible.  It’s designed to kill. And the jury had another issue to think about: Fish’s gun. The firearms investigator said that Fish’s gun — a 10mm — is more powerful than what police officers use and is not typically used for personal protection. And the ammunition Fish used to shoot Kuenzli three times, called “a hollow-point bullet,” is made to expand when it enters the body.   Dynamic Combative Solutions - Dave Laird www.dcs.training  

How does law enforcement determine the amount of force to use in a situation? A look at the who, what, where, and why of the use of force continuum. Are use of force incidents tracked by anybody? Find out in this episode.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/commentaryforall)

Ask yourself... "Do I understand the Use of Force Continuum, and if not, that my life and freedoms could be in jeopardy?" Co-Hosts Judi Wells and Tatiana Whitlock are joined by featured guests, Lou Ann Hamblin of LouKa Tactical and Claude Werner, The Tactical Professor to discuss what you need to know! LEARN MORE about this episode and the resources discussed in the show! LEARN MORE & JOIN OUR MAILING LIST https://responsiblyarmedradio.com  

Photo source Content note: murder, police brutality With everything going on, I wanted to cover a murder-by-cop from 2015 that happened here in Madison. Tony Robinson was murdered by Madison PD Officer Matt Kenny - who murdered once before and is still on the force. I lose my voice a little towards the end of this episode because it's a long one (that and I used my slightly-deeper-from-testosterone voice). Please listen with an open mind and without judgment going in. There are resources below about racism, police brutality, and more. If you want to sign the petition to get Matt Kenny fired, you can do so here. Episode sources https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/mar/13/tony-terrell-robinson-madison-wisconsin-police-shooting-how-it-happened https://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/08/us/man-shot-dead-by-police-after-scuffle-in-wisconsin.html https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/crime/more-than-three-years-after-tony-robinson-shooting-wheels-of-police-reform-turn-slowly/article_c9da662d-cd05-58ba-aab6-9fda64cd6c04.html https://isthmus.com/opinion/opinion/another-tragic-police-shooting/ https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/crime-and-courts/madison-police-chief-mike-koval-announces-immediate-retirement/article_87d97d61-c030-579f-8175-550c6b86b515.html  https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/crime-and-courts/madison-mayor-eyes-mental-health-ambulance-condemns-police-response-to/article_29286e59-c57c-5cc1-96a2-918bcad88578.html https://wkow.com/2020/06/07/madison-police-chief-responds-to-emails-about-8-cant-wait-campaign/ https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/milwaukee/2017/02/23/family-tony-robinson-man-shot-madison-police-receive-335-million-lawyers-say/98292352/ https://isthmus.com/news/news/tony-robinson-attorneys-release-lawsuit-documents/ https://isthmus.com/news/news/for-tony-robinsons-mom-life-and-grief-endure/ https://isthmus.com/news/news/tony-robinsons-mother-is-moving-to-california/ https://isthmus.com/news/news/this-is-not-a-riot/ https://isthmus.com/news/news/wake-up-madison/ PS: right after I posted this, our mayor posted a thank you to police showing she lied through her teeth. Resources Required reading on anti-racism, white privilege, and being an ally: https://www.vox.com/2016/7/11/12136140/black-all-lives-matter https://www.driep.org/anti-racism-training https://theinfophile.substack.com/p/volume-1-resources-9-anti-racist https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xa9Av-NfuFsWBHlsMvPiqJHdNedZgnCRW56qAS-7PGQ/mobilebasic?fbclid=IwAR2FbHsiBgfZildRNI6TFCzOmSge--F4Oqqg993T0EosX2F5lFz9cAL7BVw https://wearyourvoicemag.com/radicalizing-your-family-against-white-supremacy https://insidethekandidish.wordpress.com/2020/05/30/dear-white-people-this-is-what-we-want-you-to-do/ https://forge.medium.com/performative-allyship-is-deadly-c900645d9f1f https://www.facebook.com/allyhennypage/posts/1554771434673161 https://www.them.us/story/halsey-white-passing Reading more https://www.haymarketbooks.org/blogs/65-haymarket-books-on-the-struggle-for-black-liberation  https://www.facebook.com/dane.edidi/posts/10101004480001033 https://www.facebook.com/kirbir/posts/10100704327214994 https://www.facebook.com/johannjacob.vanniekerk/posts/4047521888655072 On defunding and abolishing police - and their qualified immunity: https://www.autostraddle.com/how-to-never-call-the-cops-again-a-guide-with-a-few-alternatives-to-calling-police/ https://www.autostraddle.com/police-and-prison-abolition-101-a-syllabus-and-faq http://maltajusticeinitiative.org/12-major-corporations-benefiting-from-the-prison-industrial-complex-2/ https://www.8toabolition.com/ https://electricliterature.com/10-nonfiction-books-on-why-we-need-to-defund-the-police/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=km4uCOAzrbM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf4cea5oObY How to support black folx: https://www.redbubble.com/people/ashleenychee44/shop https://www.consciousrootsllc.com/conscious-roots-radio https://www.autostraddle.com/support-black-community-with-your-money-a-living-index-of-local-mutual-aid-efforts/ https://www.facebook.com/kirbir/posts/10100702916462154 FB group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/spookysconnie   Rough transcript (will update when able):   Today's case is one of the most upsetting cases of cops murdering black men in recent Wisconsin history.   Williamson Street, on the east side of Madison, is affectionately known to its diverse residents as “Willy Street”. It is lined with an array of progressive shopfronts: vegan cafes, a co-operative grocery store and a social justice center. On March 6, 2015, 18-year-old Javier - one of Tony's two roommates - called the police. The other roommate was not home. Javier had just left home to go to a basketball game and Tony chased the car down the street. He was acting erratically and Javier made sure to tell them that he was unarmed and not violent, but did need assistance.  Earlier in the day Robinson had been out with a small group and had eaten magic mushrooms, according to a friend who was present at the time. The friend, who had known Robinson for five years, said Robinson was inexperienced with hallucinogens and had consumed a large quantity. “He had no clue what he was in for. Realistically, he needed someone to sit him down and tell him that everything was OK,” the friend said.  Robinson returned to Willy Street at around 5 pm after playing on the ice at Governor’s Island. Following Javier's departure, Tony allegedly went across the street and punched someone.  At around 6.30pm, Madison police officer Matt Kenny forced entry into the house - at 1125 Willy St - after apparently hearing a “disturbance” inside the apartment and forced entry. No one else was present in the apartment at that time, raising questions about the nature of the disturbance heard before entry was forced.    The Police said Robinson was acting violently, and had knocked Kenny to the ground. Kenny then shot Tony. Kenny is said to have suffered a concussion and a sprained knee from the assault.  The dispatch audio indicates just 18 seconds elapsed in the time between his arrival and shots being heard. Police Chief Koval described the scuffle between the officer and the man as “mutual combat.”   Marshall Erb, a 27-year-old insurance worker who lives in the apartment next door, rushed to the window after he heard the shots. He told the Guardian that “gurgling and choking” noises could be heard, but he couldn’t see from where.   Olga Ennis, a 43-year-old neighbor from across the street, says she saw officer Kenny and another officer dragging the limp, bloody body of the biracial 19-year-old out on to the porch. "I watched them drag him out like a piece of garbage,” she said. Other said cops were standing around Tony, but not acting with any immediacy. Kenny claimed that he performed CPR on Robinson, and Robinson was taken to a hospital but later died. However, Ennis disputes that - “He was put on a gurney and he was lifeless,” she said. “He died at the house. He didn’t die at the hospital.”   “He was in a place in his head that no one else in the world, in the universe could have understood but him,” said the friend, who still seemed traumatised by the events. “You have one person [Robinson] who was so fucking gone, and another man [Kenny] who was trained and capable of reason. And they killed him... He needed help and they just took him.”   Tony's life   “Terrell grew up with no structure,” Turin Carter, his 24-year-old uncle, told the Guardian, explaining that little things such as regular meal times “help mold the child’s identity and help him know right from wrong”.   Tony lived in Stoughton from aged 5 to 9, a suburb to the south of Madison where racism is even more rampant than in Madison proper.  In his early teens, Carter says, Robinson effectively became the man of the house. But the instability and the ordinary angst of adolescence were compounded by changing three different high schools before he graduated from Sun Prairie high school, in another largely white community outside of Madison.   Racism is so rampant in Madison that nearly half of Madison’s black students don't graduate on time. Robinson finished early.   After graduation, Tony ran into one legal issue after having participated in a nonviolent home invasion with four others. When he was murdered, he was on probation but also dedicated to turning things around. He had plans to attend a community college and, someday, move to New York.   “I could not imagine somebody’s death impacting my life more profoundly,” Carter said. “There is something so beautiful about a black kid, especially in America, trying to make it against all odds and fucking up so bad, but then actively trying to better his situation and become a better person. He was so close. He was so close.”   Tony's mother, Andrea Irwin, said  “My son has never been a violent person, and to die in such a violent, violent way, it baffles me. Whatever you believe about my son, he was a human being and he was my son and... he was a brother and a nephew and a grandson,"   Officer Kenny's history   This was not Officer Kenny's first murder. In 2007, Officer Matt Kenny had shot and killed Ronald Brandon, who was standing on the porch of his own home, holding what was later learned was a pellet gun. Kenny is still on the police force. Chief Koval described this murder as 'suicide by cop' as Ronald had called the police to report someone wielding a gun. He then was sat on his porch where he put his pellet gun up to his head, and then pointed it at police. That's when Kenny fired multiple shots and murdered Brandon. The Dane County district attorney ruled the shooting as justified, and the Madison Police Department awarded Officer Kenny its medal of valor.   The aftermath   The Black Lives Matter movement has protested Robinson's death.[11][12][13] Some 1,500 protesters, mostly high school students who had staged a walk-out, filled the state capitol on March 9 to protest Robinson's death, yelling the "Hands up, don't shoot" chant through the capital building.  The Wisconsin Department of Justice investigated the Robinson shooting, as required by Wisconsin law.[15] Robinson's uncle said that the family had faith that the Division of Criminal Investigation will "handle [the investigation] with integrity".  On May 12, 2015, Dane County District Attorney, Ismael Ozanne, announced that Officer Matt Kenny would not face charges for the shooting of Tony Robinson. The shooting was labeled a "lawful use of deadly police force."   Chief Koval said it was “absolutely appropriate” for the protesters to express their feelings, but called for restraint. He consistently was antagonistic in press conferences, not really allowing for any concerns that the police locally had major issues with both racism and overuse of force. In fact, he seemed more worried about how this would reflect on officers at the time and on recruiting. Koval retired suddenly in October 2019, supposedly after pressure from Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway. Rhodes-Conway has been a staunch advocate for speaking out against police brutality in the past. Quite frankly, I think his words - often combative and dismissive - speak for themselves:  “To the ‘haters,’ thanks to you as well — for through your unrelenting, unforgiving, desire to make the police the brunt of all of your scorn — I drew strength from your pervasive and persistent bullying,” Koval said.   The Robinson family attorneys insist that forensic and video evidence prove that Kenny lied about what happened the night Robinson was killed. In particular, they say that synchronized audio and video from the incident show that Kenny couldn’t have been at the top of the stairs when he began firing. “The audio and video show that Officer Kenny was at the base of the stairs — it doesn’t take a forensic scientist to see that. He couldn’t be at the top of the stairs for the first shot and then be coming out the [bottom] doorway by the second shot,” says Swaminathan. “That means that Officer Kenny’s story about being punched at the top of the stairs and responding with a shot is untrue.” He adds: “The location of the bullet casings are all at the base of the stairs and outside, indicating the shots were fired at the base of the stairs. There is no high-impact blood spatter anywhere above the halfway point of the stairs — that’s strong evidence that there were no shots fired at the top of the stairs.” The family attorneys also fault the police department’s internal investigation, saying it was aimed to clear Kenny. Most specifically, Kenny was never questioned. “This is the main problem with the internal investigation: They asked zero questions. This isn’t a case where they asked some questions but didn’t ask other questions,” says Swaminathan. “They asked zero questions of an officer whose story at even first glance, was problematic. That’s a broken internal investigation process.”   In February, 2017, Robinson's family accepted a $3.35 million settlement from the city, to settle a civil rights lawsuit. Of course, the city would not admit guilt.   The family's legal team had placed evidence on a website, now defunct, to share with the public. Jim Palmer, executive director of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association,says he wishes 1) that the family didn't do this and 2) that the case had gone to trial. “We find it difficult to reconcile the Robinson family’s efforts to try their case in the court of public opinion, after they chose to settle the case and stay out of a court of law,” he says. “If they felt as confident about their claims as they suggest, we would have preferred they hadn’t agreed to a settlement. Which was a choice that Matt Kenny did not have. Matt Kenny would have preferred a trial and the opportunity to clear his name again.” In a later statement, Chief Koval said that he cannot respond to specific arguments raised by Robinson’s lawyers. “We cannot comment on a one-sided version of facts that will never be subjected to the cross-examination afforded by a trial,” Koval says. “To suggest that you have ‘new’ evidence supplied by experts paid by the plaintiffs should be considered in the context from which it is proffered.” Kemble says she wants a new internal investigation so that Kenny will be “interviewed directly” and questioned “on the discrepancies between his story and the forensic and scientific evidence. Those are important questions that should be answered.” Formerly a case manager for a transitional living service working with children, Ton'y mother says she lost her job due to the time she had to take off after her son was killed. She also was forced to move. A local TV station posted audio from a 911 call she made last January when she feared Tony was suicidal. The call included her address and phone number, which were broadcast. “People would bang on my patio door at night and throw all kinds of stuff at my house,” she says. “I couldn’t sleep. I was scared I couldn’t get to my kids if something happened. So, we got out of there.” Her second-oldest son now lives in Canada with Irwin’s brother. “I didn’t want him here. I’m very afraid for either of my boys to have an encounter with any police officer in the city because I don’t know what’s going to happen,” she says. “He can create his own friendships there and not have people know everything that’s going on in his life. He’s not gone for good, but he needed to go to grieve.” In all, the $18,000 collected from the online campaign, “every ounce of it went to his funeral,” she says. “I had $10,000 in savings that’s all gone now. We haven’t even gotten him a headstone for his gravesite yet because we can’t afford it.” Irwin’s also leery of getting a headstone because the gravesite has been vandalized. “They keep stealing things from it, and someone drove over his grave,” she says. “We’ve tried to keep it secret where he was buried because there are so many people against us.” Andrea recently got married and moved to California to escape the pain Madison caused and continues to cause her.   What has changed?   Despite Rhodes-Conway being against police brutality, she has lied to protesters in saying she can't affect change to measures like curfews that have been set recently.    Acting Police Chief Victor Wahl has released a statement in response to the #8CantWait campaign nationally:  Ban Chokeholds & Strangleholds – MPD does not, nor has it ever, trained officers in chokeholds, strangleholds or any other similar techniques.  MPD policy specifically prohibits use of these techniques unless deadly force is justified. Require De-Escalation – MPD has implemented a policy on de-escalation that requires the use of de-escalation techniques (such as time, distance, communication, etc.) when feasible.  All officers were trained in de-escalation when the policy was implemented.  New officers are trained in de-escalation and the principle is incorporated into many aspects of officer training (professional communication, tactical response, etc.). Require Warning Before Shooting – MPD policy requires that "Before using deadly force, officers shall, if reasonably possible, identify themselves and order the subject to desist from unlawful activity."  This requirement is reinforced in officer training. Require Exhausting all Alternatives Before Shooting – MPD policy clearly states that deadly force is "a measure of last resort, only to be employed when an officer reasonably believes all other options have been exhausted or would be ineffective."  This principle is emphasized in officer training. Duty to Intervene – MPD policy and Code of Conduct states, "Any officer present and observing another officer using excessive force, or engaged in unlawful conduct, or in violation of the Madison Police Department's Code of Conduct has an affirmative obligation to intercede and report." Ban Shooting at Moving Vehicles – MPD policy states that shooting at a moving vehicles is never authorized unless: a person in the vehicle is threatening the officer or another person with deadly force by means other than the vehicle; or the vehicle is being operated in a manner that reasonably appears deliberately intended to strike an officer or other person, and all other reasonable means of defense have been exhausted (or are not present or practical). Require Comprehensive Reporting – MPD policy requires that any officer who uses physical force, weapons, items, or devices against a person shall complete an original or supplemental report on the incident. This includes pointing a firearm at an individual. Additionally, officers who use "recordable" force must contact a supervisor to review the use of force and enter information about the incident into an internal database.  Each use of recordable force is reviewed by the MPD Use of Force Coordinator, and certain levels of force require an initial on-scene supervisory response/review. Require Use of Force Continuum – The "8cantwait" initiative defines this as restricting "the most severe types of force to the most extreme situations" and "creating clear policy restrictions on the use of each police weapon and tactic."  MPD policy and training are consistent with this.  Deadly force is clearly restricted to extreme situations, and the use of specific tools/techniques is specifically restricted in policy.  MPD officers are trained in a manner consistent with the State of Wisconsin's Defensive and Arrest Tactics (DAAT) curriculum (as required by the State).  The DAAT system incorporates an intervention options matrix, with restrictions on specific techniques. It's important to note that the 8 Can't Wait campaign is NOT endorsed by most black folx, especially black women who have been leading the BLM cause. The following is an update from black organizers: "While communities across the country mourn the loss of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, Jamel Floyd, and so many more Black victims of police murder, Campaign Zero released its 8 Can’t Wait campaign, offering a set of eight reforms they claim would reduce police killings by 72%. As police and prison abolitionists, we believe that this campaign is dangerous and irresponsible, offering a slate of reforms that have already been tried and failed, that mislead a public newly invigorated to the possibilities of police and prison abolition, and that do not reflect the needs of criminalized communities. We honor the work of abolitionists who have come before us, and those who organize now. A better world is possible. We refuse to allow the blatant co-optation of decades of abolitionist organizing toward reformist ends that erases the work of Black feminist theorists. As the abolitionist organization Critical Resistance recently noted, 8 Can’t Wait will merely “improve policing’s war on us.” Additionally, many abolitionists have already debunked the 8 Can’t Wait campaign’s claims, assumptions, and faulty science. Abolition can’t wait." A protest organized by Freedom Inc, Urban Triage, and the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) started off the protests here in Madison. Sawyer Johnson with recently stated at the first protest that  “We have a white queer mayor...as a fellow white queer person, I got to have a conversation with her. We refuse to denounce any black, youth leader that is continuing to lead the rebellion. Because that’s what it is. We care more about black lives than Urban Outfitters getting tagged. It is clear to us that Madison’s liberalism only masks the true white supremacy nature of capitalism. Not only does Matt Kenny still have his job, he’s training [police] on meditation.”  The founder of Urban Triage,  Brandi Grayson, said earlier this week: “Some of us are upset at the looting. I get it. Some of us are upset about the property. I get it. But nobody is offering solutions or policy change...What was offered? Tear gas, More people showed up and donated to businesses, who have insurance, than donated to the cause. If you are really about black liberation, we need you to put your money where your mouth is.”  She also says several years of leading peaceful protests over the police shooting of 19-year-old Tony Robinson, along with efforts to stop the construction of a new Dane County jail and remove police from schools, have given black youth the tools to create something new.  “[These protests] really were spontaneous and led by the youth. They have been paying attention to the organized protests that happened during the day [after Floyd’s death]. And you can see them using the same tools and strategies we use to direct the crowd and refocus the crowd. It’s powerful as hell,” says Grayson. “It’s like the youth is just waiting to be led. They just needed an example. They just needed a model and they are doing it.”  “This is the greatest revolution since MLK was assassinated,” declared a young man on the mic at one protest. “Think about that. This is in every state.... This is international.” They're right! All 50 states in addition to 18 countries have participated in BLM marches.  Aaliyah Grey, a 15-year-old Madison high school student, says she feels an obligation to her father.  “I'm scared that he’s gonna walk out the house, the police are gonna think he did something wrong, and he's gonna get shot,” says Grey, who marched in the rain June 2 at a protest that ended without any violence downtown. “That's why I'm out here. I'm out here for him. I’m out here so my little sister will not have to grow up without a father.” Arrieonna Cargel, another black teenager from Madison, says it feels like “people don't understand our pain and the struggles.” “I’m here to end police brutality,” says Cargel. “I’m willing to risk my life for people who have lost theirs.”  Tamaya Travis says the killing of Floyd is just the latest “horrific example” of injustice and indignities felt routinely by black youth in America.  “We shouldn't be scared to go out in public. We can't hang out in groups because they think we're a gang. We shouldn't be scared to get pulled over,” says Travis, a black high school student from Madison. “We shouldn't be scared to talk to the police when we need something. But we're terrified because every time we do, our lives might be in danger. Because even three simple words — ‘I can't breathe’ — is not respected.” Jay, an 18-year-old graduate of Madison Memorial, says he’s come out to protest at night to “finally see something positive happen. Black people are the most hated people alive. We have been for hundreds of years. Wouldn’t you be mad if you were me?” asks Jay. “There's a reason why we feel like this. There's a reason why we're upset. Our entire lives we have grown up at a disadvantage. There's no such thing as a peaceful protest. You don't get nothing out of that. We've been doing that for 60 years or longer and barely anything has changed,” he adds. “Barely anybody is hearing our voice. Barely anybody is coming up and speaking out on the fuckery that's going on all the time.” The youth organizers use call and response chants to stop fights, weed out troublemakers, and prevent crowd panic. “Don’t start no shit, won’t be no shit” and “stay together” are common refrains if there’s a whiff of trouble. The method has stopped violent behavior without a single cop in sight. The protests also feature drills in case police try to break up the protest or bad actors try to infiltrate. One of these methods is asking white allies to form a human chain around protesters of color. “We aren’t asking you to take a bullet for us,” said one of the black organizers over the sound system while directing white protesters. “We just know that the police won’t shoot you...we are all on the same side.”  Stacii and a few friends, who have attended several of the late-night protests, show up with tennis rackets to “swat tear gas canisters” if needed.  “As a white ally, I am there to listen but to be ready to put my body between the police and people of color who are peacefully protesting,” Stacii tells Isthmus. “Having protective gear is vital just in case.” A white man, who looks about 20 years older than most of the people in the crowd, walks around with a cart full of snacks.  “There are supply houses across the isthmus. There’s a group, about 100 of us, who communicate covertly to make sure the youth have everything they need. We have a whole medic team, too,” says the man. “Our job is support, stay out of the way.”    After a number of days and night launching tear gas - which, btw, violates the Geneva Convention - in addition to flash grenades and projectiles at protesters, things have quieted down. Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, too, has attempted to distinguish the masses of peaceful protesters from small groups that police witnessed June 1 making molotov cocktails, wielding baseball bats, and setting off fireworks near the crowd. She has repeatedly praised several daytime demonstrations organized by Freedom Inc., Urban Triage and the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) following the death of Floyd.  But Sawyer Johnson, a member of PSL, rejected the mayor’s support at a June 1 daytime rally, saying the groups side unequivocally with black youth — some of whom may have looted — and consider the criminal activity part of an effort “to lead the rebellion.”  Rhodes-Conway still pleaded in a June 2 statement for the nighttime demonstrations to end. “Please stay home tonight. I welcome protests — particularly in the daytime — but I do not want legitimate protests to continue to provide cover for this violent, unacceptable behavior,” said the mayor. “I understand anger, but there is no excuse for putting lives in danger, and that is what is happening. Again — please stay home tonight, and tomorrow night.” Thankfully, starting June 3, police were invisible downtown — keeping watch of the protest from surveillance cameras and through dark windows in buildings overlooking the demonstrations. Police strike teams continue to stand ready in tactical gear inside the City County Building and at the Capitol but have not been deployed recently.   Ciara says organizers “haven’t put an end date on justice” and the demonstrations will continue until their demands are met. “We demand that Matt Kenny be fired and that the community has control over the police. The community should be in charge of investigating police violence — not other cops. We have no plans on stopping until then.”    What now? I'm here to tell you an uncomfortable truth: all white people are racist. Hear me out - I'm white. I hate knowing that I'm involved in racism. The reality is, though, that I benefit greatly from my porcelain skin in a way that folx who are BIPOC - black and brown and indigenous and people of color - will never experience. Systems are not built to oppress me on the basis of my race. That doesn't mean my life isn't hard - all it means is my skin color isn't part of that difficulty.  Those of us who are white must see that recognizing white privilege doesn't mean we're awful people. As James Baldwin, a noted black queer author, once said, " Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.." We cannot change the oppressive systems that exist until we see them for what they are. Right now, that means listening to black folx specifically and following their lead. It means that, if we can, we should be out there protecting black folx with our white privilege, lifting up their voices, and supporting them however we can. It also means not tone policing or automatically deciding that rioting isn't from BLM as a movement. The notion of agitators from the outside coming into cities has been used for eons to explain away the momentum that civil rights work has picked up, and we do folx a disservice by believing that lie. Instead, we must recognize that property isn't worth anywhere near as much as human life.  When I call you in or out, either on this pod or in other ways we interact, I do it because I care about you. I'm not alone in this. Those who point out issues? We do it because we want to help you grow and improve. We want you to rise up to where we all should be right now, to be on the right side of humanity and history - and we know you can be. This is especially true when fellow white folx call you out on racism-related issues. We know that you can find your way to anti-racist work. We believe in you because, frankly, we wouldn't be your friends if we didn't. That emotional investment? That's love. If people didn't care, they'd probably just unfriend or block you and move on.   When you're called in or out? Please don't offer false platitudes like thanking folx without following up with action. Be transparent and share the work you're doing to learn and listen so that there is accountability. We all have to do better, and part of that involves holding each other to that. Growth isn't comfortable. It pushes our limits, reminds us we're human, and points out our flaws. It reminds us that we have work to do, and that we actively need to follow through with that work. We can't grow in comfort, though - just like, say, napping for a weekend doesn't produce any change in the world. We still have to meet it, sit with it, and process how to move forward.   In addition to sources for the information in this article, I'm putting in a list of anti-racism resources. Let's work on learning and doing better. If you want to be a part of a group where we can work on that, there's a FB group for this podcast. Come join it and let's work on being anti-racist together.

Hear the full episode at http://patreon.com/strugglesession or http://strugglesession.substack.com On today's episode, Jack and Leslie are joined by Trevor Beaulieu (Champagne Sharks) to discuss the #8cantwait police reform program, Obama's involvement in its rollout, and the New York Times going full fascist. Tune: Bedroom Eyes - Wire [https://bdrmeyes.bandcamp.com/]

Today you'll hear Pat and our guest Luke from the Biting the Bullet Podcast on a grab bag of topics relating to perspectives learned from Military, Law Enforcement, and more. Rules of Engagement? Lolz. Use of Force Continuum. Fitness. Guns / Gear. Bureaucracy. And more. Please go check out the Biting the Bullet Podcast for more.

Have you ever wondered what difference there is between shooting to kill and shooting to stop a threat? Whether you are required to leave your home if someone breaks in and the intruder doesn't seem to be armed? These and more questions are answered by Kevin and Tom in this episode. Additional questions include use of force versus use of deadly force, what constitutes a deadly weapon, and how time of day and available light might affect a self-defense scenario. Shownotes: Does USCCA have a state-specific summary of gun laws on its website? (~1:00) What constitutes a deadly weapon? (~2:16) How do the rules of deadly force change, if at all, during the twilight hours? (~9:15) Is it a good idea to carry a smaller backup gun? (~5:25) If I'm present when someone breaks into my house but the intruder isn't obviously armed, what should I do? (~8:00) Am I supposed to shoot to kill? (~10:41) What is the difference between wounding and killing someone from a legal standpoint? (~11:40) Can I carry a concealed firearm at a public campsite? (~12:34) How can you be “nice” about letting police know I want to talk to my lawyer before I talk to them? (~13:12) What's the difference between force and deadly force? (~14:32) At what distance is a good shoot against a deadly threat? (~15:40) What can I do so police don't mistake me for the bad guy during an active shooter situation? (~17:57) Can a weapon-mounted light be used against me in the aftermath of a self-defense shooting? (~19:12) Do the courts treat disabled people differently than able-bodied people after a self-defense shooting? (~20:45) Am I legally bound to render aid to an attacker after I've shot them in self-defense? (~23:01) What are the legal repercussions of stepping in to help a third party who is being attacked? (~25:00) Is a show of force – making it clear I have a gun – a good or bad idea from a legal standpoint? (~26:43) If I use my weapon-mounted light to identify a threat and it isn't actually a threat can I be charged with brandishing? (~30:33) Do most home invasions happen during the day or at night? (~33:36) Is it okay to leave the scene of a self-defense shooting before the police arrive? (~34:22) If I'm shooting at an active shooter in a church what does that mean legally? (~35:58) What should I tell a 911 dispatcher to get the police to my location? (~37:32) After a self-defense shooting should I tell police about other non-gun weapons I have on my person? (~39:20) What should I do if 911 calls me back after I hang up? (~42:02) How bad is it legally, really, when lethal force is used? (~43:06) May I shoot through my bedroom door when I hear a home invader or do I have to open the door first? (~43:46) What's the best way for someone in a Power Chair or Rascall to carry their gun concealed? (~45:05) What are the legal ramifications of carrying a gun in a business posted against guns? (~45:50) If I'm walking my dog and another dog attacks my dog can I legally shoot the attacking dog? (~47:07) What are the legal consequences of shooting an aggressive dog? (~48:25) More to Explore: Visit on the web at uscca.com, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook

The Gurus tackle topics ranging from Josh Gordon's suspension, Katt Williams & Wanda Smith, and the killing of Botham Jean. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reality-gurus-show/support

During today's show, Dennis discusses the force continuum as a guideline for what is considered a reasonable response to a given threat.

We have decided to move the podcast to Wednesdays, and will begin that schedule with this podcast on the citizen's use of force continuum.  In this episode, Mike and Stan talk about the third part of the three part series.   They talk about the final two steps of the continuum, Action and Deadly Force.  The action is broken down into three components, communication, de-escalation, and lastly physical force.  The two talk about each component, and then talk about the last step, being deadly force.   Again, each level should fall back on avoidance if at all possible, but the two also agree that you have to protect yourself and your family.  The two also talk about the articulation that will be needed if you do have to use force, and some things to think about individually.   Time: 55:11

This week Mike and Stan are in New York and they continue the discussion about the citizen's use of force continuum. This week they talk about the 2 levels of threat assessment and calling for assistance. Stan and Mike both have examples from members where the member has used various techniques to avoid deadly encounters, and followed the use of force continuum.   Most of the conversation is spent on threat assessment, and they talk about determining if a threat is valid, which would be intent, if the attacker has the ability to attack, and also if the attacker has the opportunity to attack.  If those three core elements are met, then most self defense actions will be seen as justified. If not, then you could easily find yourself in jail and charged with a serious crime.   Next week they will continue with the final two levels of the continuum, physical action and deadly force.    Remember, you should always attempt to fall back on avoidance if possible, and avoid any deadly encounter.   Stay safe out there, and have a great weekend!  

In this week's episode, Mike and Stan talk about the Citizen's Use of Force Continuum that was developed by CCW Safe.   They talk about the foundation of the continuum being preparation and avoidance.   Preparing and avoiding is something that we do everyday, but probably don't even think about it. We wake up in the morning and most of us check the weather for any warnings, including heat waves, tornadoes, flash flooding, etc.  We grab a cup of coffee and before heading into work, we check the latest traffic reports to avoid traffic jams or accidents that may set us back. We strive to make our days as efficient as possible, and we try to avoid delays and potentially dangerous situations.    When it comes to self defense and personal protection, it should be no different. We should recognize and accept the responsibility that comes with carrying, and we should always have a good understanding of risk, and where there is a higher risk in terms of our personal protection. Location is a great example of this. I’m sure we all know of areas where we wouldn’t want to be stranded late at night, or where we wouldn’t want to take our kids anytime of day. But there are probably more locations, that we might not give much thought to, that could have elevated risks in terms of personal safety. If you are new to an area, have relocated, or are just unfamiliar with some of the surrounding areas where you live, most cities now have crime mapping available online. Even though I am not from Chicago, and live nowhere near there, I love this site that breaks down virtually every violent crime related issue in Chicago. If you can’t find anything online where you live, you can always call the non emergency line of your police department, and ask for a PIO (public information officer) or for someone who might have some information on crime in your area.  They also talk about the first layer of the continuum pyramid, being Situational Awareness.  Situational awareness is the first level in the civilian use of force continuum. From an early age, we all learn things to look out for.  Situational awareness is also based on your personal experiences, knowledge, or from information from others. It is the most important part of the continuum, because every action will be based off of your situational awareness.   Situational awareness is not only just your ability to notice things that are out of place, or potentially dangerous, but also your ability to quickly make complex decisions, based on the information you have at that time. For more information, check out the earlier articles on the continuum, which covers Preparation and Avoidance and Situational Awareness. 

Use of Force Continuum as a police officer sees it.  A little Old Testament law about using force in the home.  (Exodus 22:2-4) Michael J. Woodland interviews and talks to the owners of https://jm4tactical.com .  thanks to the new http://patreon.com/blackmanwithagun supporters;  YOU ROCK!

Developing the ability to choose the right level on the Continuum of Force to use in any security situation in the church is critical to effectively defending the church without incurring legal liability and costly insurance claims.