On Sunday, I was certified to Carry a Concealed Weapon (CCW) through my friends over at Bulletproof Securities as my first step in owning a firearm (education is key)...and I also learned that I am an excellent shot! Now, I realize that I am the TASER PARTY GIRL but I do also see the value in expanding my knowledge to include alternative weapons regardless of their deadly distinction. With that said, I am going to maintain that I protect myself with a Taser first and foremost but also that I am open to other options like Firearms, OC Spray, Flashlights, Knives, Etc.
Truth be told, I have been thinking a lot lately about owning a firearm (I do not yet own a firearm but have gone out with friends to shoot theirs) but I am still not quite sure that I am comfortable carrying a firearm with me as part of my EDC (every day carry). I can truly say that I would carry a firearm with me for travel purposes in the event that "help" is far, far away but I would keep it locked up at home most other times. As for sport shooting (no animals, just targets), it's on!!!
It was absolutely fascinating to learn about the firearm laws here in AZ during the CCW class and many of them actually apply to any protection method, including assault with your own hand whether intentional or not. I plan on continuing my firearm education and training with Bulletproof Securities and beyond in an effort to provide quality advice and resources to my Shieldher clientele; I aspire to be a safety expert in all aspects of safety including firearms!
I understand that personal protection is just that, personal, and there is no 1 solution for all. Therefore, education is key and it is my goal to educate every woman about the personal protection devices and classes that exist (as well as to create educational tools and classes for specific demographics). My advice to all is to "KNOW YOUR WEAPON" whether you protect with OC Spray or a Taser or a Firearm or your fist. We should ALL understand the capabilities and the limitations to any weapon or safety tool and plan accordingly. The best defense is a step defense of escalating tools and associated levels of threat (check out the Combat Mindset: Cooper Color Code...it is fascinating)!
Please join me as I journey into the world of firearms and chronicle my firearm training and acquisition while maintaining my love for the Taser C2 as my daily protection device!
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