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Re: I Understand (But Not Really)

Brandon — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:48:06 -0000

Interesting. I was not familiar with the terms Shirimasu & Wakarimasu. thanks for that Knowledgeable article

Re: Interview: Forrest Morgan, Author “Living the Martial Way” (Part 2)

Brandon — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 14:11:33 -0000

Great Job. Many Thanks!!

Re: Interview: Forrest Morgan, Author “Living the Martial Way” (Part 1)

Brandon — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:17:09 -0000

This is a great project. thanks again for doing this. I can't wait for part 2!!

Re: A Street Thug Who Makes Trouble At the Wrong Doorstep

Brandon — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:42:37 -0000

Ya I would have to say this guy is way more patient than I would have been. I do see the above points of just going inside & calling the Police. But thats a tough one, your home is your castle.If some ass was on my porch I would be a bit annoyed & who knows what I would do. But as pointed out, you never know if someone has a weapon or other buddies. On the worst case scenario side of the coin. Thugs are getting more cutthroat & daring these days. If I decided to go inside & locked the door with My family inside & he gained entry well...That's what Federal 230 grain Hydroshock is for.
all in all I like the video. good display of self control & Nice punch.
Citizen 1, Dirt bag 0!

Re: Knife Self Defense – It aint gotta be pretty

Brandon — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:48:19 -0000

exactly (in response to all of the above)

Re: What the Death of Vernon Forrest Can Teach Fighters

Brandon — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:37:11 -0000

I'm a little late on this Blog. But I like where you say
"Awareness and proper planning are very underrated tools for self defense. No matter how skilled or well armed you are"
and
"We need to take stock in our training and realize the importance of the mental side of body, mind, spirit. We need to be able to quickly choose when fighting is necessary and utterly required to protect ourselves and others. This is extremely difficult, especially when combined with the quick chaotic nature of true violence"

Very well put Sir. I think you made some real solid statements here. ones that a lot of people tend to forget. We as Warriors, better yet as modern day warriors need to look at the whole picture & employ all of our tools, the first being our common sense & awareness. Its hard to say what each of us would have done in a similar situation. But most times Brain is stronger than Brawn

Re: Ask Forrest Morgan

Brandon — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:09:46 -0000

Ha Ha, ya im Sorry. No disrespect meant. I can sometimes be a bit of a realist & My mouth filter gets a bit jammed at times. Happens when you train with Military & Law Enforcement personnel in the "Arts" after so many years.

Its just in a lot of Dojo's even mine (not all), teach a plethora of "Traditional" Knife techniques, which is fine for traditions sake, building a foundation or developing a mind set.
But not very "Real World" it can create an Illusion or a false sense of security,
I especially as a new Shodan succumbed to this Illusion that I could dispatch even the most Shady of Bar Dwelling Ruffians with a blade
(ah to be a new Shodan,it means beginner for a reason ha ha).
But hey, without that foundation I would have never landed on the path I am on & traveling now. anyways...
Im excited to join the group & cant wait to see Mr. Morgan's responses. I'm glad your doing this. Keep up the good work! also if you have time check out
http://www.itstactical.com
they also have a Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/ITS...

Re: Ask Forrest Morgan

Brandon — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:18:03 -0000

What are some of the styles you have studied as in what "Ryu" of Jujitsu etc.
& why is it that most martial artist don't also study stuff like Handgun tactics like for concealed carry & serious Knife tactics. Not the 1/2 ass Knife defenses taught in most Antiquated systems. It just seems like that would also be relevant to a modern day Warrior along with a bit of first aid training. Ok that was more than one question. Great Book! I suggest it to people all the time!!!