Charles Alan

I thought I had seven hours to outrun Winter Storm Blair before it hit. I was catastrophically wrong. Within just two hours of leaving, I was buried deep in a snowdrift on a deserted highway with the blizzard raging around me. For the next 72 hours, I fought hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning, and my own … Read more

“Just run away” might be the most common self-defense advice ever given. It also might get you killed. While your instinct to flee danger seems logical, self-defense experts now warn this oversimplified approach ignores critical realities of violent encounters. Most victims already had working legs—yet running didn’t save them. The truth? An attacker can close … Read more

Serial killer Ted Bundy once claimed he could spot victims by how they walked. Chilling, but science confirms he wasn’t lying. Predators—both human and animal—make targeting decisions in just seven seconds based almost entirely on how you move. The good news? You can control this. Research shows that specific body language patterns mark someone as … Read more

The most powerful self-defense tool isn’t something you carry—it’s a single word that can stop an attack before it starts. Research shows that in social confrontations, one command delivered with confidence can de-escalate 90% of potential threats. This isn’t magic—it’s neuroscience. Your brain processes sharp, commanding sounds faster than complex messages, creating an instinctive response … Read more

You buckle up. You lock the doors. You trust the safety features your car promised. But modern vehicles have created new dangers that most drivers don’t see coming. Your keyless entry system helps thieves steal your car in seconds. Your “smart” technology opens doors for hackers. Your autopilot fails when you need it most. The … Read more

Walking alone at night triggers a primal unease in most of us—and that instinct isn’t entirely wrong. While overall violent crime decreased 4.5% in 2024, the darkness still hides potential threats. But fear doesn’t have to control your life. The difference between being safe and being a target often comes down to one thing: awareness. … Read more

Feel helpless against bigger, stronger opponents? You’re not alone. Throughout history, smaller people have faced this threat—until they discovered something remarkable. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and other leverage-based martial arts don’t rely on muscle. They use physics. By applying force at the right points and angles, a 120-pound person can control someone twice their size. The secret? … Read more

Every 26 seconds, a home is broken into in America. Yet many families skip security systems entirely because of the cost – $500+ equipment plus $30-60 monthly fees. You don’t need expensive systems to protect your home. Security experts and studies of actual burglars reveal that strategic $100 investments can make your home 300% safer … Read more

When disasters strike and cell towers fail, communication becomes the difference between life and death. That’s where satellite phones step in—rugged, reliable devices that keep you connected when the grid collapses. Whether you’re stranded in the wilderness, navigating storm-ravaged coastlines, or coordinating rescue efforts, the right sat phone ensures your voice is heard and your … Read more