The Tactical Life

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Excellence is a form of deviance. If you perform beyond the norms, you will disrupt all the existing control systems. Those systems will then alter and begin to work to routinize your efforts. That is, the systems will adjust and try to make you normal. The way to achieve and maintain excellence is to deviate from the norms. You become excellent because you are doing things normal people do not want to do. You become excellent by choosing a path that is risky and painful, a path that is not appealing to others.”
Robert E. Quinn

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Preemptive strikes and attacks are often the most optimal move; if violence is inevitable with danger imminent against you, it’s better to be the one who acts first, rather than being the one who responds.

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we dedicate our hero workout to Shannon Kent, honoring her legacy and the sacrifices she made. This tribute is part of our ongoing tradition to commemorate different heroes every week, celebrating their unwavering heroism and inspiring others to pursue excellence and dedication in their own lives.

The book “Send Me: The True Story of a Mother at War,” is now available.

A biography of Navy Senior Chief Shannon Kent written by her husband Joe Kent, and Task & Purpose editor-in-chief Marty Skovlund, Jr. A specialist in cryptologic warfare and fluent in seven languages, Kent was the first woman to complete the Naval Special Warfare Direct Support Course and the first to operate with Naval Special Warfare units in direct combat. She was killed in a targeted bombing in Syria on Jan. 16, 2019.

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I was just watching a Sean Ryan episode with her husband, sharing how they met.

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The book is excellent, well worth the cost.

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Keeping an Edge

In addition to being aware of your immediate surroundings, you also have to be aware of your positioning. Are you always in the ideal position to respond to a situation and take action?

If you’re out in the open, something could happen to you from behind, or on either side, and would you be in a position to defend yourself or get out of the way?

Making the smallest adjustments to your position, even a step or two, can make a difference in your defensive or engagement capacity.

Obviously, you want to be as vigilant as possible. No one wants to get into a confrontation, and a true tactical mindset will always try to avoid a fight.

But, if it’s unavoidable, have an edge by making sure you have the better position whenever possible

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The tactical mindset is a way of being that optimally prepares you for any dangerous or crisis situation through tradecraft logic and survival adaptation.

A tactical mindset, or warrior mindset, is crucial in combat, urban survival or any critical situation.

This mindset is about constantly pushing yourself and continuing to train your body and mind to be prepared and adapt. Knowing how to engage conflicts and be aware of issues before they become a problem.

A mindset isn’t just a motto or decree, it’s how you live your day-to-day life and apply it to your profession.

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“who wishes to fight must first count the cost”
― Sun Tzu, [The Art of War]

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“Overdeveloped skills are how you stack the odds in your favor”

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In a crisis situation, it’s important to stay calm and think clearly. Panic will only make things worse and there’s not a single thing panic can help. Take a few deep breaths and assess the situation. This will give you a better chance of making the right decision. If you don’t know how to make that decision, start from the beginning or the first thing. The most important thing to remember is never make decisions based emotions.

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Medal of Honor:

Sgt Mitchell Paige
COMPANY H, 2D BATTALION, 7TH MARINE REGIMENT,
1ST MARINE DIVISION

26 October, 1942 Guadalcanal, Solomon Island

For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty while serving with a company of marines in combat against enemy Japanese forces in the Solomon Islands on 26 October 1942. When the enemy broke through the line directly in front of his position, P/Sgt. Paige, commanding a machine-gun section with fearless determination, continued to direct the fire of his gunners until all his men were either killed or wounded. Alone, against the deadly hail of Japanese shells, he fought with his gun and when it was destroyed, took over another, moving from gun to gun, never ceasing his withering fire against the advancing hordes until reinforcements finally arrived. Then, forming a new line, he dauntlessly and aggressively led a bayonet charge, driving the enemy back and preventing a breakthrough in our lines. His great personal valor and unyielding devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

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In any self-defense or combat offense situation, it’s always important to be able to respond quickly and effectively. Reacting impulsively can often lead to dangerous or even fatal consequences.

When we react, we are acting based on our emotions and not thinking clearly. Our first instinct is usually to fight or flee, but neither of these options is always the best choice. Instead, we need to take a moment to assess the situation and figure out the best way to respond.

This might mean calling for backup, retreating to a safe location, or using other non-violent methods to diffuse the situation. By taking the time to respond rather than react, we can increase our chances of survival and achieving the best possible outcome.

> Responding is when you take control of the situation by making a decision based on the information you have. Reacting is when you let the situation dictate your actions, with little control of the outcome.

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Gray Man behavioral camouflage involves adopting subtle body language and social behaviors to seamlessly blend into public spaces, ensuring you remain unnoticed and unremarkable.

> Urban survival hinges on the ability to blend seamlessly into the environment. By employing situational awareness, adopting a neutral demeanor, and understanding local social norms, you can navigate any city like a seasoned operative.

In the intelligence game, mastering the art of being a Gray Man is essential. This isn’t about wearing literal gray clothes or skulking in the shadows; it’s about blending into your environment so seamlessly that you become practically invisible. The goal is to avoid drawing attention, whether you’re on a mission or just navigating everyday life.

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Veteran’s Day. 2024.

Respect for the thousands who gave it their all.

" DEATH COMES, LADS!

" AND WE WILL MEET IT, THEY ROARED"

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A last thought on Veteran’s Day. I found this worth reading:

Today, we honor those who stepped forward and raised their hand, knowing damn well it might cost them everything. Veterans Day isn’t just a holiday – it’s a moment to remember the men and women who made a promise to protect, even if it meant paying with their lives. These are people who’ve lived through hell on Earth, who’ve carried the weight of war so the rest of us could walk a little lighter.

The sacrifice of a veteran isn’t just the risk taken on the battlefield. It’s the invisible wounds carried back home, wounds that don’t heal with medals or parades. The silence of PTSD, the quiet moments when memories come back like a tidal wave, crashing down with a force that’s hard to understand if you haven’t lived it. Some wounds aren’t visible. They live in the mind, in the heart, in the sleepless nights and the moments of isolation that follow them long after the guns have gone silent.

True sacrifice is giving a part of yourself that you’ll never fully get back. It’s missing milestones with family, coming home a stranger to the life you left behind. It’s holding pieces of yourself together for the people who need you but sometimes struggling to feel whole. It’s living with memories that only those who were there would understand – and often, it’s living with them alone.

Today, let’s go beyond gratitude. Let’s recognize the scars we can’t see, the courage that comes with facing every day after, and the resilience that goes unspoken. Veterans – you are not forgotten. Your sacrifices didn’t end on the battlefield, and we owe you a lifetime of respect, honor, and unwavering support.

Thank you. For everything. For the battles you fought, and for the battles you still face.

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3 Best Martial Arts for Self-Defense

  • January 14, 2023

When it comes to self-defense, a person’s first line of defense should be situational awareness and avoidance. That being said, there are times when physical confrontation is unavoidable.

In those cases, the best option is to be prepared with the proper training and technique. But which martial art is the best for self-defense? These are 3 of the most ideal options for defending yourself.

Krav Maga

Krav Maga is an Israeli form of self-defense that was developed in the 1940s by Imi Lichtenfeld. It combines techniques from boxing, wrestling, judo, karate, and aikido to give practitioners the ability to defend themselves in any situation. Krav Maga focuses on instinctive movements so that practitioners can react quickly in a dangerous situation without thinking too much about what they are doing.

It also teaches students how to recognize danger as well as how to use their environment to their advantage when necessary. Krav Maga is an excellent choice for those looking for a comprehensive self-defense system that will prepare them for any potential attack or altercation they could face.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art that was developed in Japan in the early 1900s and brought to Brazil by Mitsuyo Maeda. BJJ focuses on using leverage and body positioning rather than striking techniques in order to control an opponent and submit them without causing significant injury.

This makes it ideal for those looking for an effective way to defend themselves against larger opponents who may have more strength or reach than them but lack technical knowledge or skill in grappling arts like BJJ.

Muay Thai

Muay Thai is another martial art that has been gaining popularity over the last few decades due to its effectiveness as a striking art as well as its emphasis on conditioning and mental discipline. Muay Thai incorporates strikes with punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and even clinching techniques in order to create an incredibly effective way of defending oneself against opponents who rely on striking or stand up fighting styles like boxing or kickboxing.

While it does require some level of fitness and athleticism due its reliance on explosive movements like kicks and punches, Muay Thai can be incredibly effective when used correctly.

No matter which martial art you choose, it’s important that you practice regularly in order to build your skillset so that you’re prepared if ever faced with a dangerous situation requiring self-defense.

While all three of these martial arts offer different benefits depending on your needs and preferences, they all share one common goal – to help keep yourself safe from harm when there’s no other choice and no one to help you. Regardless of which style you choose remember that regular practice will not only help you become better at defending yourself but also give you increased confidence knowing that you are capable of protecting yourself if ever needed.

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The three “street” phases that occur in a non-official, hand to hand combat engagement are: preparation for attack and defense; application of technique on an opponent’s body (i.e., striking them); finally escaping from being overwhelmed by your enemy.