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Self-Defense Everyday Carry (EDC)

The popular acronym EDC stands for “everyday carry.” The EDC concept is nothing new, humans have been carrying tools and other items for thousands of years, consisting of things routinely needed throughout the day. Recently EDC has become something of a buzzword, with a vast number of companies providing an even greater number of products. […]

Self-Offense vs. Self-Defense

In all honesty, the term self-defense is something of a misnomer. Technically, self-offense is what you really want. The problem is, self-offense is 10 times harder to market, everyone wants to hear about self-defense. It just sounds nicer. When most people hear offense, they picture the aggressive, black mask-wearing bad guys. Going on the offense […]

Conscience and Consequences of Self-Defense

Justifiable homicides are reportedly on the rise in the past couple of years, reaching the highest levels in over a decade. “The concept of justifiable homicide in criminal law is a defense to culpable homicide. Generally, there is a burden of production of exculpatory evidence in the legal defense of justification.” What? In layman’s terms, a […]

Kubotan Self-Defense Keychains

Kubotan keychains are simple, yet effective self-defense tools. One of my favorite self-defense weapons is the telescopic steel baton. I love Filipino martial arts and the Escrima sticks. The telescopic steel batons are similar but more conveniently sized until needed. But I still can’t say enough about Kubotans. They are sometimes referred to as mini […]

30 Pretty in Pink (and purple) Self-Defense Options

Looking for stylish but effective personal protection items? We got you covered! Here is a list of 30 pretty self-defense products, specially designed for ladies. These pink, purple, or sassy animal print devices come in fashionable colors but still pack maximum stopping power. Look great without compromising your safety and security. Molly Ringwald would certainly […]

The Illusion of Being Safe and Secure

What does it take to make you feel safe and secure? Surveillance cameras? Security systems or alarms? There are plenty of products on the market designed to do just that. They make you feel safe. Some of these work great, others not so much. Some of them even appear to work, offering the illusion of […]

Personal Protection Insurance

Do you ever feel like you’re wasting money on insurance? Car insurance, homeowner’s insurance, life insurance? You’re not alone. Many people feel the same way. But what if I told you that insurance is one of the smartest investments you can make? Let’s talk about your car insurance. You pay your premiums every month after […]

Pepper Spray Firepower: Spice Up Your Self-Defense

Both chili peppers and self-defense pepper spray can be measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU) to rate their “hotness” or “heat.” This rating scale was named after the American chemist Wilbur Scoville. The presence and amount of the chemical capsaicin are responsible for the degree of heat. This can be pleasant or unpleasant, depending on […]

Budget John Wick Knife Options

I need knives, lots of knives. Besides maybe The Crow, the John Wick movies are my absolute favorites. They are well-made action flicks with spectacular fight scenes, interesting characters, and compelling storylines.  If you like this type of movie. It’s a revenge story at its core, but it is also a story about loss, grief, and […]