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Bonus Post – Information Warfare: How to Detect and Resist Influence Operations
Most people think warfare only happens with bullets, bombs, or blades. But today, some of the most dangerous battles are fought in
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Using Everyday Objects as Improvised Self-Defense Weapons
At Sentinel Combatives, we train for the real world—not the perfect scenario. You may not always have a firearm, a blade,
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How Technology Can Enhance Situational Awareness
In a world that’s faster, louder, and more chaotic than ever, maintaining situational awareness isn’t just a good habit—it’
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Building a Safe Room in Your Home
“When danger comes to your door, you need more than a plan—you need a place.” Whether it’s a home invasion,
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Why Counter-Custody Training Matters for Families
Lessons from Ed Calderon’s Course & the Real-World Need for Escape Skills This past weekend, I attended a Counter Custody
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Stories of Survival: Women Who Fought Back. Inspired by “The Gift of Fear” by Gavin de Becker
At Sentinel Combatives, we believe that real self-defense begins long before any physical altercation—it starts with intuition, awareness, and the
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How to Secure Your Home Against Intruders
At Sentinel Combatives, we teach our students that self-protection doesn’t start when the fight does—it starts with prevention. Your
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Close Quarters Defensive Pistol: Real-World Skills for Real-World Threats
When people think about defensive pistol use, they often imagine standing on a flat range, firing at a paper target from 15
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🔥 SPECIAL EDITION: Civil Unrest Preparedness — Part 4
What to Do If You Inadvertently Walk or Drive Into a Riot “Situational awareness is survival. Composure is the force multiplier.” Despite
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🔥 SPECIAL EDITION: Civil Unrest Preparedness — Part 3
Vehicle Readiness for Civil Unrest “Your vehicle is your lifeboat. Treat it like one.” In periods of widespread unrest, your vehicle becomes
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🔥 SPECIAL EDITION: Civil Unrest Preparedness — Part 2
Area Study & Pattern Recognition “Avoidance is your first and best win.” It’s June 2025, and civil unrest continues to erupt
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🔥 SPECIAL EDITION: Civil Unrest Preparedness — Part 1
Trauma Medicine in Times of Chaos “When EMS won’t come—or is overwhelmed—YOU are the medic.” It’s June 2025,
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