We are created as powerful spirits. We inhabit physical vessels. Nothing happens to us without our consent. We are responsible for our own life. However, there are degrees and ways of giving assent. "Whatever" is a very risky form of consent. Being clear at least with oneself as to what one will/will not permit is a key factor in what occurs to one as we walk our path.

        Be grateful, daily, to the Creator, and to those who work with us as fellow humans. guides, and spirit helpers.

        There is a common division in the area of self defense as to being armed vs. unarmed, with weapons or without. However, this is a false dichotomy. We have further split people into two groups: those allowed to use weapons and those who are not. We’ve accepted this "divide and conquer" ploy as in the interests of public safety based on another false notion: that law breakers will suddenly become law abiders, and observe the rules.

        We have chosen external control rather than allowing people to responsibly exercise their self control and the facing of consequences for their actions. It seems to be a favored tactic of the President, however, to let people, such as governors, see and/or face their own choices and consequences.

        Everything can be used as a weapon. In fact, a weapon is defined as such based on its intended use. If one carries a baseball bat to be used in a ball game, it is not a weapon. If it is carried for protection, it is a weapon. Keys, soda, hairspray, newspapers, garbage can cover, phone, pebble, paperclip, screwdriver, baking soda, pens, etc., can all serve as weapons.

        When a certain detective was faced with a person of unknown intentions in a questionable situation, he held his revolver ready behind a piece of paper to have the last second option of going home at the end of the tour.

        Some of us have also accepted limitations in defending ourselves: keeping everything in the physical. Some of the greatest weapons are emotional, mental, and psychological. Our imaginations can run circles around opponents when playing games. These game playing skills can be very useful in facing daily challenges. And humor, an unexpected kindness, a smile can change history.

        There was a team of NYS Investigators working in the Bronx for the Board of Elections in the 1970s: Butler and D'Amico. Butler wore a black three piece suit, a matching trench coat, highly shined shoes. D'Amico wore a brown scruffy fedora, dungaree jacket, white t-shirt, jeans and slippers. Both were persons of color. At JHS 143 one election day, Butler entered the school and began to walk through it while D'Amico walked along the walk in front. D'Amico observed a man in front of himself keeping pace with Butler. As Butler began exiting the school, the man raised his arm, gun in hand. D'Amico shot the man in the gut with his 357. D'Amico then gave him first aid while Butler called 911. He lived.

        What can we learn from incidents like this?

        Be aware Be aware of everything around you. At all times. This may seem challenging. So start today. See what is above you, below you, in front of you, behind you, next to you, right and left, 360°. Hear the sounds around you. Smell the odors. Feel what is around you. Know what is around. Practice daily. Learn something new every day. Use intuition, the gut. Ask for help. Most important: set intention daily to know what is needed to safely complete tasks and to do so.

        Identify multiple exits. When down to the last exit: leave. NOW. Do not pass go.

        Let go of fear. Breathe. Relax. Ongoing fear depletes energy levels, dulls the senses, and can be smelt a mile away. Fear blocks intuition. It’s only useful as an intermittent warning, an alarm.

        If danger is sensed up ahead, reverse direction. Do NOT continue into danger. Side step traps. Use common sense. Satisfy curiosity tomorrow.

        Be a pattern breaker, not a pattern maker. Be unpredictable. Come and go at differing times. Pick up the coffee at a variety of locations. Vary buying, spending habits. Vary traveling routes as much as possible. Learn not only the area better, but the best routes to take as detours.

        Be ready to react as needed. Quickly.

        After Actions Critical — At least one needless death was prevented though not necessarily much appreciated by the man shot. However, it was crucial that he live for others. One can not assume the responsibilities of a M’hican peace leader if one has killed another. Because D’Amico shot only to save the life of another, and the man lived, D’Amico was able to became the peace leader of the Tunxis in 1987 as he completed his 40 years of training.

        Sometimes, only one option apparent — D’Amico, a Grand Master [red belt] in Aikido, could have done nothing else for his partner. He was too far away, did not see the gun until the last few seconds, there were no cell phones, Butler was not paying attention, etc. D’Amico shot quickly enough because he had a “feeling”, waited, was trained and ready.

        No one life is worth more than another. There was no loss of life here. An interruption, yes. Immediate consequences, yes. Balance was honored and the flow continued.

        Self defense is respect for all life, in all its ramifications. Each Life is part of the tapestry that makes up the whole of Creation. Caring for our own life contributes to the richness of the experience for all.

cooperation   respect   equality   sharing   sovereignty
  non-hierarchal   non-judgmental

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