Learn to Put Yourself Out There
I do stuff that I hate until it becomes something I like. I’m a genuine introvert that forces himself to be an extrovert. I work hard to build relationships and…
You Cannot Fight an Ocean With Iron
The Roman Empire is gone just like many others before it. It’s been a minute since I had the luxury of time to read The A very good book. Had…
First mission, OEF1 “…we’re going down!”
At 21, many Americans are busy loading their liver with the intoxicating nectar of alcohol. For myself, a month after I turned 21 was quite different. To paint the picture,…
Make Them Legends in Your Children’s Memories
Ask them: Have you ever known what was in your father’s heart and the things he had to bear? Have you seen or known his scars, carried on his body…
Awareness Intelligence/Spies LIFE Opinion Prepping & Survival Travel Weaponizing the Behavioral Sciences Wisdom
Wrong place at the wrong time from the perspective of a CIA Officer
We got off the plane in Tel Aviv expecting hyper security everywhere we went. Our situational awareness was high for our first trip to Israel. We knew that in general…
Small Victories from the Recon Sniper Foundation
The Global War on Terror is “officially” over. Sure, there are still ongoing operations all over the world. But, for the most part, the full commitment of the U.S. military…
Where are the Men of Valor?
I just finished a conversation with my brother about raising his young son to be a man of valor. It begins when they’re young and impressionable. We continue to stoke…
Embrace the Chaos
“Clamber upon the highest ramparts of this earth and recall the things you’ve heard and seen: the view of mist over a forest lake, the sound upon sea harbors when…
“Hero” Worship
This has taken a few attempts to write, but it needs to be said. It seems that there isn’t a month that goes by where I can’t open social media…
Warrior’s Way with “Mad Max” Mullen
Max Mullen was one of the most dynamic Army Ranger Instructors to serve during the mid-80s and early 90s. Max served as an Army Ranger Instructor, and in all three…