Best Selfprotection Podcasts (2024)

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How You Trigger Avoidance in a Man 2:46

3d ago2:46

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Over the past few weeks, I spoke to more than 30 women who identified as successful in work, (Bossbabes, if you will) who "didn’t need a man” to take care of them. Even though they considered themselves independent, many of them tearfully shared with me some of the struggles they were facing in their relationships. What I discovered was a “eureka” …

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Why You Shouldn’t Eliminate Negative Emotions 2:23

7d ago2:23

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“Dr. Nima, we walk on eggshells with each other. I am so sensitive to the slightest upset that when he is in a bad mood, I don’t know how to fix it. I constantly feel like a failure in this relationship. Can you help?” I just received this email from a subscriber, and it hit on one of the root causes of most toxic, insecure relationship patterns: S…

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Ep. 169 - Claude Werner - The Tactical Professor 1:03:09

11d ago1:03:09

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This episode we FINALLY have Claude Werner - The Tactical Professor - on the show. https://thetacticalprofessor.net/ He has been a mentor of ours from a distance since our days of being on the Total Protection Interactive forum starting back in 2007. Listeners of the podcast will likely have heard us quote Claude, discuss his blog, or discuss and r…

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Signs of a Trauma Bonded Relationship 4:36

12d ago4:36

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"Come close to me." "Get away from me." "I need you." "I need you to leave me alone." "I can’t live without you." "I can’t live like this anymore". These were soundbites from my last relationship. I didn’t know the term “Trauma Bond” but after being successful in every area of life except the most important (intimate relationship), I decided to do …

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The Choice We Don’t Consciously Choose 2:26

19d ago2:26

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Sally’s words hit me like a ton of bricks: ‘I wasn’t expecting that. This is going to take me a while to process. It’s no surprise—she had just completed her Overview Experience (OE) a few weeks ago, and let me tell you, this isn’t your average Zoom call. OE isn’t just another Saturday evening where you’re partying or sedating from the week. It’s a…

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Why You Can’t Shortcut The Healing Process 2:00

21d ago2:00

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If you’ve ever been stuck in the “loop of doom” in a relationship dynamic, you’ll understand this exhausting dance: After the honeymoon phase is finished, which lasts between up to 6 months to 18 months… you graduate to the next phase of the relationship, which is called the “power struggle” phase. Here’s what it looks like: You’re effected by thei…

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Ep. 168 - Tactical Twin's Birthday Training AAR 1:14:14

25d ago1:14:14

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This episode Eric and Aaron Davis come off of hiatus due to work and family needs and knock out an AAR on their recent get together for their birthday weekend at Eric’s home in NC. They speak about the training/shooting events they put together for themselves, playing music together, some good meals, and just simply resting and hanging out. Ohio Po…

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A New Lens For Forgiveness 1:49

1M ago1:49

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(Name changed to respect privacy and anonymity) (4 minute read). Amy was tired of feeling like a victim. Divorced with children, running a business, she was still walking around with a great deal of resentment. She had done YEARS of therapy, plant medicines, breathwork, inner child work…. Even taking courses on learning how to communicate more in h…

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What I Wish I Could Say, But Can’t (because the truth hurts) 0:51

2M ago0:51

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Hey, it’s time for some real talk. After countless calls with the people who have been consuming my content, reaching out for help in their current situation, I want to share with you what I wish I could say to them— but usually don’t, because let’s face it, the truth can sting. Here it is: Consider the possibility that you DON’T want to heal. Of c…

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5 Common Traits in 30 Alpha Boss Women Struggling in Love 45:37

2M ago45:37

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Over the past few weeks, I spoke to more than 30 women who identified as successful in work, (Bossbabes, if you will) who "didn’t need a man” to take care of them. Even though they considered themselves independent, many of them tearfully shared with me some of the struggles they were facing in their relationships. What I discovered was a “eureka” …

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Ep. 167 - Chris LaPre - AR15 for Home Defense & Supporting Trump's Secret Service Detail 2:00:26

2M ago2:00:26

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This episode we have our great friend Pinal County AZ. SWAT Team Lt. Chris LePre on to share his expertise leading SWAT operations in homes and small structures and how it applies to citizens defending themselves with carbines in their own homes. Chris also gives some perspective on the July 13th Trump assassination attempt, having supported the Se…

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Ep. 166 - Gear and Mindset 28 - Drones for hard times - Attempt on President Trump 1:37:28

2M ago1:37:28

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Drones and their use for military and more importantly, how civilians can use them in hard times. Drones In The Ukraine [Live From The Front] | RECOIL (recoilweb.com) https://defence-blog.com/us-army-shows-interest-in-small-cost-effective-drones/ We also talk about the assassination attempt on President Trump - Read Sen. Johnson's Preliminary Findi…

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Ep. 165 - Raul Martinez - Rogue Methods 1:31:49

3M ago1:31:49

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Finally we have Raul Martinez on the show! We have been talking about having him on for over 2 years…. well the stars have aligned. We have a excellent time talking about Raul’s philosophy on why he teaches what he teaches, his personal training, and a really fun discussion on music. Former US Army Chicago Police Officer - Narcotics Firearms and Co…

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How Men Can Solve Their Partners Sxxual Resistance When She’s Not in The Mood 20:00

3M ago20:00

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It’s the topic of so many comedy routines: “Not tonight— I have a headache.” Even though people joke about it, the impact of two lovers not sharing the same enthusiasm about sex is very real— to big blow outs in the middle of the night, to sexual shutdown or sexless marriages. On this short 20 minute video, a student of mine, Carissa Kelly and I do…

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Ep. 164 - Gear and Mindset 27 - Defending Vehicles/Property - EvoSec Classes and Range Trip 1:03:21

3M ago1:03:21

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Defending vehicles (property), good or bad - negative outcomes Aaron's Grip and Stance Class AAR Eric's Range Trip with good friend Aaron venturing into Reloading Adam Scholl's "Tactical Pin" Zebra F-701 AmmoSeek.com Best Ammo for Finding Ammunition 2024 - Guns Mags Reloading | AmmoSeek.com The Tactical Professor - https://www.patreon.com/posts/goo…

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Ep. 163 - Kirk Clark - Priorities For The Carrying Citizen 1:53:33

3M ago1:53:33

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We're excited to have Kirk Clark on for a second time. We asked Kirk what he considers the shooting skill priorities for the carrying citizen. As expected, his answers were insightful and slightly different than one might assume. You'll get a lot out of this discussion. Kirk is one of the most accomplished shooters in the open enrollment training c…

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Ep. 162 - Adam Scholl - Scholl Security Group 1:35:23

3M ago1:35:23

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Adam Scholl - Scholl Security Group Current full time Combatives and firearms instructor for US Gov Agency. Deploys regularly in support of U.S. Gov in same role. Renzo Gracie BJJ black belt, Krav Maga black belt. 2 karate black belts, and Matt Larsen Combatives Black Belt. Former LEO, Sgt w tactical unit in Philadelphia charged with investigating …

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Where Men Drop The Ball 9:35

4M ago9:35

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There’s no shortage of complaints about how men show up in relationships. We fear what we don’t understand. Most men don’t understand women. (And most women don’t understand men.) From a very young age, we ALSO get so many mixed messages. Be a man, don’t show emotions It’s not ok to feel angry Your anger is unwarranted (which will turn to rage) Suc…

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Ep. 161 - John Valentine 5 - Combatives Summit 2! 1:22:00

4M ago1:22:00

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This episode we have John Valentine back on to talk about the upcoming Combatives Summit 2, as Eric calls it "the TacCon of Combatives." This event will be held at American Top Team of D'lberville Mississipi 20-22 Sep 2024. There is no question, there is a movement inside self-defense and the typical firearms culture, the fully capable fighter with…

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Understanding the Push/pull dynamic 3:09

4M ago3:09

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did you ever wonder why the push-pull dynamic keeps coming up in insecure relationship dynamics? It all makes perfect sense when you study the mechanism. Insecure (and exhausting) push-pull dynamics happen because we haven’t yet learned how to navigate the two primary attachment fears gone awry: 1) The Fear of Abandonment— being left behind, drifti…

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How Do I Heal My Insecure Attachment 2:25

4M ago2:25

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Unless you had unicorn parents, chances are that you follow a combination of two primary insecure attachment styles: Anxious (Ambivalent)— Think of a wave who constantly needs connection. Avoidant (Dismissive)— Think of an “island” who needs space. or a combination of the two (Disorganized AKA “Dismissive avoidant”) The problem with these tests and…

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Ep. 160 - John Hearne 3 - New FBI NIBRS numbers - Mystery Shooting outside Fort Liberty NC 1:39:22

4M ago1:39:22

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John Hearne has been a federal law enforcement officer since 1992, serving primarily in uniform patrol. He currently serves as an instructor (firearms, tactics, active shooter, & use of force), an armorer, and a field training officer for his agency. John’s firearms instructor certifications include: – Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC…

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Ep. 159 - Gear and Mindset 26 - Barbell Prescription Book - Shooting Focus - Mental Cues 1:20:32

4M ago1:20:32

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Combatives Summit - 20-22 Sep 2024 D’lberville Mississipi https://combativessummit.com/ The Barbebell Prescription - Book Weight Belt - Rogue Echo belt - Get The Law of Self-Defense Book for free -https://lawofselfdefense.com/ Jocko Letter regarding Way of the Warrior Kid book influence; The Way of the Warrior Kid Book Upcoming EvoSec Training Even…

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Ep. 158 - Tiffany Johnson - Citizens Safety Academy 1:27:38

5M ago1:27:38

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Finally we were able to have Tiffany Johnson on for a blast of an interview. Tiffany is one of those people, if you're deep into the US training community, you know how much of an asset she is. Not only does she have a broad knowledge and experience base, she has an infectious attitude that encourages investigation into what she’s about and what or…

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Why You Don't Know What You Want 4:44

5M ago4:44

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It isn't normal to know what we want. It is a rare and difficult psychological achievement.” ― Abraham Maslow I remember it feeling like a panic in my system. I was in a crossroads of my life, wondering what’s next, and when someone asked me what I wanted, my response was “I have no clue what I want.” (The truth is, I did know-- I was just disconne…

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Ep. 157 - Kelly McCann - Combatives Legend - Kembativz Brand 1:27:04

5M ago1:27:04

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Kelly McCann - Kembativz Brand https://www.kembativz.com/ Former Marine - Black Belt Magazine Hall of fame Master Instructor - Founder and former owner of Crucible Security Specialist - Columnist for Black Belt Magazine and Guns and Ammo - (aka Jim Grover) Mr. McCann is a recognized subject matter expert in individual protective measures, anti-terr…

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I realized I Was The Problem 14:48

5M ago14:48

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Have you heard the Taylor Swift song “Anti-Hero”? I remember the first time hearing it and was blown away. “I’ll stare directly in the sun but never in the mirror” was one of my favorite lines of all time in a song, because it captured what I see so often when helping people stuck in toxic relationship dynamics. In a world where it has become the l…

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Ep. 156 - Gear & Mindset 25 - Improper Mindset Can Get You Killed & Rogue Prosecutors Link To Increased Crime 1:20:32

5M ago1:20:32

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This Gear and Mindset episode Eric and Aaron discuss the traggic outcome of an armed citizen being murdered by his own truck. In addition, we discuss the demonstrable reality of rogue DA's and prosicutors derilection of their sworn duties leading to increased violent crime and death in the US. Intro and Outro Music by: The Tactical Twins, Jason Bie…

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Ep. 155 - Throwback Episode! Mike Seeklander 2 - The Bigger Circle - American Warrior Society 1:29:54

5M ago1:29:54

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EvoSec Throwback Episode! This episode we sit down with world champion shooter Mike Seeklander of Shooting Performance and the American Warrior Society. If you did't hear our first interview with Mike please listen to Episode 14. In this episode We talk about his new exciting venture with Rob Leatham, The Bigger Circle were they co-teach classes as…

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The Impact Of Your Inner Work On Your Children 4:11

6M ago4:11

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Imagine it was 40 years ago. And your parents were about to make an important decision. They were sitting on an opportunity to help them heal a part of themselves. They were on the precipice of deciding if NOW is the time to resolve some of their childhood wounding. The wounding that had them feeling like they were "not enough”. The wounding that h…

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Ep. 154 - Gear And Mindset 24 - Light & Legal Travel to New York & 1 Star Reviews 1:20:32

6M ago1:20:32

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This Gear and Mindset episode Eric just got back from supporting troops in New York. He details the bag and gear he always has ready for last minute work trips to US military bases. Sometimes that means being careful about what items he travels with and how to compensate when the plane touches down. We discuss important current events and for a bon…

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Shame is the Main Hurdle in the Path of Healing 3:33

6M ago3:33

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In 2018, I remember hating what I saw when I looked in the mirror. Shame— that feeling of being “inherently bad inside” the feeling behind the reason people end their lives…. Is not something we are born with: It’s something we are born INTO. Like a fish being born into a fishbowl of dirty water, we take on the shame of cultural norms we are raised…

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Ep. 153 - Chris Currie - IBJJF PANs Gold - Hold Fast JiuJitsu Coach 1:41:59

6M ago1:41:59

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This show we have a very special guest, Chris Currie of Hold Fast JiuJitsu, and recent IBJJF PANs Gold Medalist. In addition, Chris is a neighbor of Eric Davis and is the assistant coach at Hold Fast JiuJitsu where Eric’s training home resides. Chris has become a close friend, a consummate coach and one of the hardest working practitioners we know.…

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How Co-Dependent Marriage Impacts Children 5:50

6M ago5:50

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In the book “Laws of Human Nature” by Robert Greene, he summarizes in a beautiful way the focus of my life’s work: Think back to your younger self-- growing up as a child (if you can remember it): In the first 3 or 4 years our brains are especially malleable. We experience emotions much more intensely, creating memory traces that are much deeper th…

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How To Help a Kid With Anxiety 2:23

6M ago2:23

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Like millions of parents out there, Jenny had an anxious kid. The worst part of seeing our kids struggle with anxiety is the feeling of powerlessness we have. We just want them to know they’re going to be ok. “Calm down” “Take deep breaths” “don’t be anxious” are likely things your parents said to you when you were younger and dealing with your fea…

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Ep. 152 - Lee Weems 3 - What will a 2nd War of Secession Look Like? - Uncle Howard WW2 Hero 1:59:53

6M ago1:59:53

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This show we invite Lee Weems of First Person Safety back on the show. We discuss what a 2nd War of Secession would look like, and also on the current state of our republic. And lastly we pay tribute to Lee's Great Uncle Howard, he was a WW2 hero killed in action March 29th 1945. Lee Weems is the owner and operator of First Person Safety and is als…

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Ep. 151 - Rich Brown 3 - American Warrior Society - Current Domestic and World Threats 1:56:42

6M ago1:56:42

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Rich Brown is co-owner of the American Warrior Society and the co-host of the American Warrior Show, the self defense industries leading podcast. He and Mike Seeklander teach firearms, tactics and combatives classes to law enforcement, military and responsible civilians. This show we talk with Rich on current threats domestically and around the wor…

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Ep. 150 - Gear and Mindset 23 - Twin Accountability - NY Police State and DC Capital Walls 53:35

7M ago53:35

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Eric and Aaron, talk on their recent accountability on the path. They also hit on NY Gov Hochul's decision to mobilize the National Guard to violate New Yorker's 4th amendment rights, and frankly their 2nd amendment rights in what has the optics of a police state. Additionally, the left states that Walls don't work as it relates to the southern bor…

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The Willingness Of Imperfection (While On Daddy Duty) 1:22

7M ago1:22

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Take a moment to reflect on how boundaries were modelled to you growing up. Were you punished for sharing them? Guilted into removing them? In my family system, they weren’t really taught to us elegantly. I’m not even blaming my parents, either. We can’t lead others where we have never been. In persian culture, it’s considered rude to set boundarie…

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From Dissociation to Reconnection 17:01

7M ago17:01

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There’s a hidden root cause behind most of our relationship challenges. And it’s not about the “other” person. It’s something more insidious. In fact you can’t even feel it most of the time. Most of us who are stuck in relationship dynamics that feel toxic, living in a “should I stay or go” situation are painfully unaware that there’s something dee…

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How Fantasy Affects Your Relationships 1:58

7M ago1:58

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What are your fantasies? At first glance, you might be thinking that I’m talking about sexuality and fetishes. I’m not. I’m talking about the root cause of our Trauma Bonds. Picture this: you grow up in a childhood where you experienced the wounding of: abuse, loss, abandonment rejection (bullying) emotional neglect, maturing too early, or shaming……

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How a Child Becomes the Narcissist 3:53

7M ago3:53

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These days my inbox is inundated with people telling me how their ex is a narcissist. And I get it, too. I’m married now in a secure bond that’s polarized, but when I was unpacking the sh*t show that was my last relationship I was in, I was surprised to discover that I was in a “trauma bond” and went down the rabbit hole through the Manual that psy…

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Ep. 149 - Gear and Mindset 22 - Pre-Assault Cues and De-escalation with a Co-Worker? 1:01:45

7M ago1:01:45

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This episode Eric and Aaron discuss some unique gear not normally reserved for a Gear and Mindset show. Eric then tells a story about a contentious confrontation with a colleague at a work training event. This builds around basic managing unknown contacts, but we sometimes have to manage known contacts that could turn into an actual self defense si…

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Ep. 148 - Sarah Hauptman - PHLSTER Pistol Concealment Mechanics 1:20:25

7M ago1:20:25

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This episode we have Sarah Hauptman from PHLSTER holsters. Sarah and her husband John have created some of the most innovative concealment gear in the industry. PHILSTER is most well-known for their market disrupter – the Enigma deep concealment system. But they offer many more brilliantly designed holsters and accessories. Further, they teach cour…

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A Man’s Two Greatest Fears In Relationships 26:53

8M ago26:53

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If you’re a man, or you’re in a relationship with a man, you’re wise to learn about the two fundamental fears every man contends with in relationships. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ P.S. Remember, the end of a trauma bond isn't just an ending; it's the beginn…

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Ep. 147 - Aaron Jannetti - Knife Control Concepts 1:25:33

8M ago1:25:33

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Aaron Jannetti KCC – Knife Control Concepts - Knife Control Concepts | Defensive Training | Self Defense | Endeavor Defense and Fitness, Ohio @knifecontrolconcepts info@endeavordcf.com www.endeavordcf.com www.facebook.com/Endeavordcf www.twitter.com/endeavordcf This show is a long time coming, Eric has been tracking what awesome work Aaron has been…

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Being Self-Centered vs Not Giving a F### 26:10

8M ago26:10

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A participant of my recent 3 hour training on Fawning had a few questions that arose. She’s in a “should I stay or go” situation and has been consuming my content and has now begun her pathway to creating a secure relationship. Here are some more questions: What happens when you try to finally set boundaries, and then get blamed, criticized, and re…

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Ep. 146 - Mat Reyna - Training Ground 46:09

8M ago46:09

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This episode we're excited to have Aaron's Jiu Jitsu coach Mat Reyna on from Training Ground in Tulsa, OK. We had a great conversation about humility, ministry, and the continuing EVOLUTION as a student and instructor. We're excited to introduce Training Ground as our new show sponsor and to announce the official partnership of EvoSec and Training …

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Healing Your Nervous System Can Save Your Life 15:48

8M ago15:48

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A ruptured attachment can be lethal. In the last 3 years, I’ve had several participants send me DM’s after they attended one of my events to tell me “Thank you. I wanted to end my life before this…. this was my last hope. I had already made the plans. I can now let my family know that things are going to be ok.” I get emotional just thinking about …

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Healing Enmeshment Trauma 7:58

8M ago7:58

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I just had a frustrated commenter (Carol) on my facebook page. She said “I could care less about having a relationshit”. It’s not worth the BS and the hoop jumping, and the fact that no one cares about boundaries. Single is peace.” I just wanted to jump through the inter webs and give her a hug. Too many people these days can relate to this. Relati…

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