Becoming Violent: Mastering the Art of Controlled Aggression

We train, we prepare, and we hope that we never have to use the skills we've been developing. Yet, sometimes, violence isn't just the answer... it's the only answer.

The question is, do you have what it takes?  

If the moment were to come that you had to put your skills to the test to protect your self or your family, could you make the stuff you've learned work?

Let's be honest; unless you're in the military or law enforcement, most of us don't have jobs where violence comes as part of the job description. So, how do we reconcile the skills we hone with the stark possibility that, one day, we might need to employ them?

This episode is not about glorifying violence; it's about addressing the questions we often whisper to ourselves. Can we truly prevail in a lethal encounter?  

Will our training translate into effective action when it matters most?

Join us as we explore the psychology, training, and ethical considerations surrounding the mastery of violence. We confront the doubts that linger in the minds of civilians and provide insights that go beyond tactical strategies.

Links we discussed in the show:

 - Impact of Visualization on Performance

- Tim Waid's PTK-SMF website