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lamar
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These days are you more aware of your surroundings?
Jan 24 2023 10:27PM more by lamar
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Lately I find myself a bit paranoid being out in public. At lunch today I'm sitting facing the entrance of the restaurant and profiling everyone coming in. I also scanned for emergency exits. I find myself being aware in any facility I'm in or walking where there are people I'm scanning everyone that I can.
      
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Grumpy_Butthead
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Jan 25 2023 07:20AM     link to this

That is called paying attention.
Always sit in an advantageous location.
Always have an exit plan if the shit hits the fan.

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dtf2022
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Jan 25 2023 07:49AM     link to this

Some habits are hard to break, but that is a good habit.
SkurferGurl
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Jan 25 2023 08:24AM     link to this

Maybe your inner self knows something we all don't ???

I trust your wisdom lamar

We should always be a bit vigilant in new elements.

Ohh yeah really, what kinda butt_head, especially a grumpy one pays attention lol
Pjforfun
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Jan 25 2023 09:25AM     link to this

Here in Texas I’m not worried about crime because half

The people are already carrying. I just make sure there

Is a table near by to crawl under when the shit hits the fan.

I guess you could call that paranoia. I also think the guy

Who is dumb enough to pull out a weapon to commit a

Crime must be even more paranoid.
yellowB2
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Jan 25 2023 09:50AM     link to this

Situational awareness...

People who don't do it are more likely to perish in a life threatening event of any kind!
scooterdad
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Jan 25 2023 02:18PM     link to this

Stay alert and stay alive. USCCA
remo_williams
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Jan 25 2023 03:59PM     link to this

What Butthead says.

I got in the habit of NEVER having my back to the door from when I used to live in DC.

Here in CA, i've been legally armed since the Peruta decision.

And PJ makes a good point - while you have shootings in Texas, the bad guy has a higher risk of getting their ass shot like in the Sutherland Springs Church shooting.

Gun free zones = target rich environments.
ColossusJones
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Jan 25 2023 04:06PM     link to this


Strike hard. Strike fast. No mercy.

Pretty_Kittty
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Jan 25 2023 04:14PM     link to this

I usually don't keep my back towards a crown. Never know what could happen


So many families have been effected by loss and coming from someone that knows that feeling all too well the only thing I can do is pray. Pray for individuals internal peace and understanding and pray for the world to come together the way we should.

We are human, but we should not be at odds with one another
Pretty_Kittty
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Jan 25 2023 04:14PM     link to this

*crowd
Angler1
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Jan 25 2023 04:14PM     link to this

I went from carrying a 22 to a glock 26. Always feel safe.
Pretty_Kittty
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Jan 25 2023 04:15PM     link to this

Angler the G26 is nice
Angler1
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Jan 25 2023 04:18PM     link to this

It's pretty!
RockyFerguson
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Jan 25 2023 04:36PM     link to this

I can't remember a time when I wasn't aware of surroundings, exits, facing the door in Restaurants,...

My Walther fits nice in my pocket as well, I've had it forever
JP4RNR
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Jan 25 2023 04:40PM     link to this

My thought is the more people carrying the safer I feel. What are the odds of someone trying to rob a bank if the 20 customers in line could potentially be armed ? I don't own a gun never have but I am all for carry and conceal . Let more people try to graduate from the F*ck around and find out university, no college debt to worry about then
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Jan 25 2023 06:29PM     link to this

Always carry the S&W M&P Shield 9mm. Only a 7 round mag, and I carry 1 backup.

When traveling to bad neighborhoods or places of higher risk, H&K USP .40 with 13 + 1 in the pipe, plus 2 backup mags.

IWB holster for both, covered up by a Tommy Bahama shirt or a slightly too big sweatshirt on cool days.
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Jan 25 2023 08:58PM     link to this

always aware of my surroundings even in the parking lot at Costco or if im going to an incall location because there are some places I cant carry my SigSauer
cgem
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Jan 26 2023 05:47AM     link to this

OP is not paranoid. This is a very good trait to have. It just might get you out of trouble ahead of times some day.

I too will eyeball everyone in my surroundings. I pay particular attention to their faces, hands, and body posture. It only takes a glance if you know what you're looking for. I can confidently say that I can tell who can take care of himself in an enclosed environment with my observation.

Never sit near the windows with your back against the window or door. Always sit with a direct eye sight to the front and the windows. Especially if you are at a retail store, clinic, restaurant with parking right in front of the store. You never know if a car malfunction and ram straight in or someone intentionally want to do harm.

If you frequently have to travel through ghetto or bad neighborhoods, keep an unloaded gun in your armrest and clips separately from the unloaded gun. Make sure you practice at home to quickly load them properly if shit goes down. At least you got a fighting chance.

Once upon a time while living in another state, I had to roll my window down and pull one up next to my chest when a road rage guy stepped out in front of me acting all thuggish. He saw my gun (not knowing its unloaded but the clip is on my left) and turned around and walked quickly back in and drove off. That bitch ass didn't even say a word when he saw what I was holding. I looked dead right into his eyes and he just turned around and walked away. He would've ate lead if he was to walk any closer. That's why you need to pay close attention to your surroundings. You never know who's who and what they are capable of doing.

People are against 2nd amendment until shit happens.
Yourbaby_Fiji
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Jan 26 2023 09:21AM     link to this

As a female I have been hyper aware of my surroundings since about 13/14
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