Posts by Brian Duff
Iran May Hit the U.S.—Here’s How to Be Ready
What if the next terror attack on U.S. soil doesn’t come from who you think it will? What if the fuse has already been lit—and the target is much closer to home than most people realize? We’re standing at a moment that could spiral in any number of directions. And while most of us can’t…
Read MoreThe Ranger Mindset: Don’t Quit When It Gets Hard
The Ranger mindset is simple: don’t quit, even when quitting feels like the only option. That same mindset isn’t just for elite soldiers—it’s a tool anyone can use to push through life’s toughest moments, from disasters to daily struggles. It’s about staying in the fight—mentally—even when your body, your circumstances, or the world is screaming…
Read MoreWhy June 14 2025 Protests Could Turn into Chaos
Most days come and go. But every now and then, history stacks the deck—and you feel it in your gut that something’s different. That’s where we are right now with Saturday, June 14 2025 Protests. This isn’t doom and gloom. This isn’t fear porn. This is a heads-up. There’s a rare mix of symbolic, emotional,…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for a Riot (and Survive If You’re Caught in One)
From the recent ICE-related riots in Los Angeles to the nationwide Flag Day “No Kings” protests, it’s clear that violent civil unrest can erupt quickly and anywhere. And, on the off chance that it does where you are, you need to know what to do if you’re caught in one. If you live in a…
Read MorePolitical Violence Preparedness That Works!
The Boiling Point We’re Ignoring Political violence preparedness in America isn’t new—but as 2025 unfolds, it’s need is rising fast and hitting closer to home than many people realize. While still statistically unlikely, the sheer increase in frequency, along with political tension, raises the chance that you or someone you care about might get caught…
Read MoreUrban Coyotes in the U.S.: What You Should Know
You see an coyote in the street—middle of the day. You’re not in the woods or on some remote trail—this is suburbia. Your kid’s school is a block away. And this isn’t some rare event. Urban coyotes are showing up more frequently in neighborhoods, school zones, and parks—a change in your environment that we should…
Read MoreSHTF Mindset: How to Think When Everything Fails
What if I told you that when the next major disaster strikes—you’ll most likely be behind, not ahead? That’s part of what SHTF mindset is all about. No matter how prepped you feel, when you’re at the epicenter of a serious crisis, you’ll likely start off scrambling to get ahead. You’ll start as the underdog.…
Read MoreMountain Readiness Expo 2025: What You Missed
The Mountain Readiness Expo is a hands-on, three-day preparedness gathering held at Van Hoy Campground in Harmony, NC. It brings together survival instructors, authors, homesteaders, and everyday people for skills-based learning and community building. Held May 2-4, 2025, at Van Hoy Campground, Mountain Readiness isn’t just another gear show or lecture circuit. It’s a practical,…
Read MoreFEMA Emergency Supply List. Will You Be Ready?
From hurricanes and wildfires to power grid failures and civil unrest, emergencies can upend normal life with little warning. When that happens, the time to prepare is already over. That’s why building a reliable emergency response kit is one of the most essential steps anyone can take toward personal resilience. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)…
Read MoreSituational Awareness Training: Are You Really Prepared?
Every day, the world around you is sending signals — some obvious, many subtle. The ability to pick up on those signals, to read the situation before it unfolds, can mean the difference between success and failure in overcoming the problems that may head your way. In today’s world of uncertainty, sharpening your situational awareness…
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