“ there is tendency to conflate “mindset” with macho posturing. For any sort of “mindset” talk to be useful, there needs to be a focus on actionable behaviors that truly enhance preparedness. Something beyond vague “awareness” talk or meaningless platitudes like “watch your six.” We can all agree that noticing a problem and deciding to do something about it three seconds earlier is better than a subsecond draw, but how are we teaching people to do that? That’s what a lot of bloviating about mindset seems to miss. Getting punched in the mouth a couple times in a ring will certainly do more to enhance powers of observation than calling yourself some sort of warrior”
*The most dangerous lie is “I’m ready.”
Ready for what?
Skipping training.
Ignoring recovery.
Living in your own lies.
Readiness is earned in the quiet work and revealed in the face of true adversity.
If your job demands performance - your preparation has to match it.*
