Three Self Defense Tips for the Elderly/Aging

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  • This video is dedicated to the number of questions I’ve gotten in this area.  Being up in age does not mean you’re unable to defend yourself, it just means the game changes. Here are three tips. #selfdefense #situationalawareness #protectyourself
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  • @davewinch7677
    @davewinch7677 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1510

    The older we get the less "Life in prison" worries us. Some of us consider this to be a back-up retirement plan. 😲

    • @chronicwizardmargol7265
      @chronicwizardmargol7265 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +60

      True Fact! FAAFO!

    • @leslievoice1402
      @leslievoice1402 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +53

      Great grannie says true very true, least of the worries

    • @debraschwicht9741
      @debraschwicht9741 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

      😂 And they say prison food is excellent !

    • @martynlaverick3405
      @martynlaverick3405 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +80

      Great comment. Made me laugh out loud!

    • @3TXSisters
      @3TXSisters 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

      😂😂😂

  • @llamasugar5478
    @llamasugar5478 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +735

    I listen when my intuition says something is wrong.
    The last time, my daughter and I were in a mall food court. I was doing what I do, letting my eyes just move over the people around us, when something “pinged.” I turned to my daughter and said, “Let’s go. Now.” To her credit, she didn’t argue or ask questions. We just got up, got our things, and left. Not hurrying or in a panic, just walking with purpose (I was still assessing, trying to figure out what I’d seen).
    I’m still not sure which of a couple things I noticed was the trigger, but I don’t have to be. When my god-given early-warning system activates, I believe and trust it.

    • @ajvintage9579
      @ajvintage9579 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      @llamasugar5478 did you hear of anything negative happening in the food court after you left? Was there any news story?

    • @americafirst9144
      @americafirst9144 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

      You could always go into a store and have them contact mall security to walk you to your car. If there is someone sketchy around they'll want to know.
      Many young women are abducted from malls and places like Walmart. You did good to be on your toes.

    • @llamasugar5478
      @llamasugar5478 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      @@ajvintage9579 I didn’t, but we live 40 minutes away from the mall, so I don’t know about the news. It may have been something relatively minor. What matters to me is that my daughter and I weren’t around for it.

    • @margaretbrady5646
      @margaretbrady5646 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +53

      I listen to my "little voice" in my head that warns me. It has saved me several times.

    • @rawpraisehorn5716
      @rawpraisehorn5716 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

      Yes , God does warn us of danger sometimes . Several times I never did know what it was , but one time it was very clear what the danger was, although not seen, until after I had heeded the warning. After
      I had heeded the warning I instantly saw that a massively bad accident had just been averted.

  • @tshaffer9681
    @tshaffer9681 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +119

    I'm 63 and I have no problem confronting someone who might be following me. I had some young punk following me around the store the other day. I finally turned around and said right in front of people - " I don't know who you are BUT STOP FOLLOWING ME CAUSE IT'S PISSING ME OFF. !!!! He turned around with his head down and got out of the store pretty quick. I checked around outside before I went to my car. I always lock all of my doors as soon as I get in my car. Same goes for home.

    • @doglover-sv4zi
      @doglover-sv4zi 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Yes always lock your doors car and home even in daytime, please

    • @KutWrite
      @KutWrite 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      With known and unknown bullies, I tend to open my car door and step out. I'll smile as I ask them a few questions. That defuses the situation. It's even worked with two bullying supervisors at different workplaces! They are looking for weak, pliable people. I'm short, but know how to put my stronger traits forward. It's worked since grade school!

  • @charlie1571
    @charlie1571 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    I am 75 and a Vietnam vet. I totally agree with you about being aware of your surroundings. I know for sure this is valuable to your situation. It helped me survive and come home thank God.

  • @dougtravins9624
    @dougtravins9624 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +492

    I will be 80 this November and live in a rural area. My house is about 150' off the road in the woods. Although it's very quiet around here, I am always aware of my surroundings. When I walk out the front door, for any reason, I first take a look around before going down the steps. It's not just people to worry about, but we have black bears and coyotes around the house, among other animals. At night, our yard is well lit on all sides as a deterrent, and I hardened our doors as much as possible. Just saying that situational awareness starts in the home.

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

      Same here. When I go out late at night to feed the horses, I always sweep my headlamp around the perimeter, looking for glowing eyes. I learned that the hard way, when I took my dog out with me, and we were surrounded by coyotes within 90 seconds. Thankfully it ended well for everyone. (I was too mad to be scared - I pooped myself after- and they all eventually slinked off.

    • @KM-zn3lx
      @KM-zn3lx 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Coyotes won't attack ppl but they will attack my Lil doggie

    • @donaldsingleton5446
      @donaldsingleton5446 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      I had one side of my truck up on Jack stands and was under the wheel well trying to install drum brakes when one of the neighbors roosters rushed over and attacked me. It knew I was pinned in and my hands were occupied and I couldn’t get turned to defend myself. Sounds silly, but when you have a truck that could come down on top of you, it ain’t!

    • @stevewalker4638
      @stevewalker4638 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Always have a good gun you can use ..

    • @elenagill-yn7sw
      @elenagill-yn7sw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      To be 80 and live in a rural area is already a full scale danger to your life....

  • @panamafred1
    @panamafred1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +440

    I'm 75. Two years ago I was a miserable, unhealthy mess. Diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, brain fog, 40 extra pounds, and on and on. There was very little chance that I could physically defend myself without a force multiplier, if I could get to it fast enough. Then I changed my diet to the Carnivore way of eating. In these two years, all my ailments have disappeared. The other day I outworked a 40-year old who was helping me mix and pour concrete. Now I am nimble, alert, and energetic. Eat meat to get fit and strong! No one ever found a cave painting of a salad!

    • @ajvintage9579
      @ajvintage9579 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @panamafred1 it is likely you feel better because you probably cut out many processed foods and refined carbs and sugars, not because you now exclusively eat meat. The longer you are on the carnivore diet, the more your arteries and heart will deteriorate. Germany’s strongest man, who can pull trains, is vegan. The amino acids in plants are the very building blocks of protein. Watch the documentary The Game Changers to see how healthy and effective a plant-based diet is, and how it can reverse and prevent diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and other illnesses, while keeping the body strong.

    • @KingOfHockeyNow
      @KingOfHockeyNow 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

      “No one ever found a cave painting of a salad!” - That’s too funny! So true. Also, the figures on the cave wall usually have weapons!

    • @louisbrugnoni7639
      @louisbrugnoni7639 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +53

      I eat meat, vegetables, fruit and dairy products. That’s actually the best way to go. Don’t concentrate on just one food group. Variety really is the spice of life! I’m 67 and going strong! Most important for me is my faith in God. 😊. Man does not live by bread alone.

    • @keithawhosoever5384
      @keithawhosoever5384 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@louisbrugnoni7639Amen 🙏 ....66 years young Englishman , and still counting 😊✝️🇬🇧

    • @mariaagelonitis465
      @mariaagelonitis465 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🙏🙏🙏​@@louisbrugnoni7639

  • @annsmith1116
    @annsmith1116 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    I'm a lightweight ageing woman that still has to go to work in a rough neighbourhood in the UK. It gives me comfort when I feel a bit vulnerable that the bible says to use the pen as thy sword. We can't legally carry guns or pepper spray but I do carry a very old sentimental fountain pen in my pocket and pray to God that I never have to use it.

    • @paulinepress3024
      @paulinepress3024 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You could carry a small handbag 👜 size hair spray, get that squirted in the face of an attacker will put them off. Also not illegal to carry in GB

    • @GillianSmith-ou3xz
      @GillianSmith-ou3xz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@paulinepress3024 didn't think of that, thanks.

    • @catch22again
      @catch22again 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Carry a pair of scissors as they are a useful tool for all sorts of things.

  • @gerdapons5730
    @gerdapons5730 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

    I am a woman from the Netherlands,80 years now,I never be in trouble because when I am outside walking ,make myself so big as possible,look the passengers straight in the eyes..I workout 1 our a day..feel healty..and be good to another,I am happy thank you for your words..

  • @ndChronicles
    @ndChronicles 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +599

    I’m a 60 year old man. half my lifetime ago, I could bench 400 lbs. and curl 200. Needless to say, no one messed with me. A bout of Pancreatic Cancer, 3 knee surgeries, and a heart diagnosis later, I’ve lost most of that strength. But the one thing I’ve never lost site of, is my sense of preservation. For me, my family members, even a fellow citizen, can still rely on the fact that I won’t run when the heats on.
    Thanks for the encouragement!!!

    • @bobbyb7127
      @bobbyb7127 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Praying you keep up the good fight. We all are evet if some of us don't know it yet.

    • @ndChronicles
      @ndChronicles 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      @@bobbyb7127 Thank you!!! Yes, Sir. Hopefully these conversations reach those that don’t know yet. I once heard, from a respected Friend, that the Baby Boomer generation holds the key to turning this madness, we find ourselves in, around.

    • @ndChronicles
      @ndChronicles 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@DaisyDay.-tr5ip Thank you❤️

    • @Carol-ch9wj
      @Carol-ch9wj 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Thank you.....wish you were my neighbor!

    • @ndChronicles
      @ndChronicles 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@Carol-ch9wj You are so very kind😊❤️

  • @jimsheldonswe7846
    @jimsheldonswe7846 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +307

    Smart advice! There’s no dirty fighting when your fighting for your life or the lives of loved ones.

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      One of my sojourns in martial arts training was in a dojo run by a couple of L.A. narcs. Let's just say it wasn't a glorified dance studio like so many are. You moved up in ranks to a new belt by a real test of fire - surrounded by far more advanced students who'd proceed to issue a very physical lesson. The criteria for passage was not even technique, but whether you'd turn and run for the door. That's all. Technique is easier to teach than nerve. Anyhoo! one thing we were taught is how easy it is to get almost anyone off their feet and down on the ground. At that point, when they're on their stomach OR back, if you're really afraid for your life you just might slip and fall on them. With your knees from as high up in the air as you can jump. You're frightened, remember. Must've slipped. OOPS! Thank God I've never had to do that, but it's in my mental arsenal.

    • @navagatingthroughthebeasts2908
      @navagatingthroughthebeasts2908 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yep

    • @TheAAnne123
      @TheAAnne123 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      EXACTLY!

  • @ginaperry2599
    @ginaperry2599 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    The angels of the Lord encamp around me to protect me in ALL my ways! 🙏✝️

  • @r.e.tucker3223
    @r.e.tucker3223 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    62 years old, Retired Soldier. Your tips are great, and should be common sense for everyone.

  • @30dayride67
    @30dayride67 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +448

    I'm getting older and have spinal cord damage that is very limiting and I'm a female. I worked many years with psych patients and violent offenders and have had a lot of training on managing physical situations. There was a time when I was very capable of holding my own, but I learned right away that most physical situations can be avoided. You are 100% right about staying very aware of your surroundings and pay attention to how you carry yourself. For women, use a cart rather than carrying an armload of goods out to your car, be obvious about monitoring your surroundings, stash the sweet little old granny smile and put your b-face on (we all have one), stand up as straight as you can and walk with confidence, clench fist with a key sticking out doesn't hurt either. We are trained to be nice, polite and to always smile at everyone, but there are times and places where these habits can make you look like a good target. When someone is looking for their potential victim, they notice these things and they're going to choose the easiest or most productive target. If you're openly carrying or wearing valuables, they can make you worth the risk when you otherwise wouldn't have been.

    • @user-ov4wr5yu4r
      @user-ov4wr5yu4r 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

      B face is my regular face. I had a few encounters the bad guy backed away from. I de-escalated an incident with four guys, but I let my wallet go. I guess I've done ok so far.

    • @jenniferholden9397
      @jenniferholden9397 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Same here, I’m in the UK but my dads old metal catapult is at hand. It also adds weight to my handbag, but if they grab that they will be unhappy as the only things in it is my daddy’s catapult and incontinence pads (because of back injury whilst working as a psychiatric nurse) I also keep my GTN spray handy in case I need it. My brother was a policeman and he always said don’t try and hit a man in his family jewels, they will defend them unto death, go for their eyes, throw your shoes of they’re a great weapon ( I always wore stiletto heels they hurt) but stick your thumbs in their eyes, and I mean dig, cos if they can’t see you they can’t get you.

    • @IrishAnnie
      @IrishAnnie 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

      My head is always on a swivel., not looking down at the pavement or looking at my phone. I won’t wear fine jewelry or carry designer products. Be a gray person, wear plain clothes. Nothing flashy. Walk with confidence. I never park next to vans. I carry a personal alarm that is so loud everyone will be looking my way. I won’t shop at night.

    • @MiloTorres-yx5jw
      @MiloTorres-yx5jw 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Pure facts of the matter , anytime economy is being hammered by garbage politics the more social disparity rich and poor = end results...✌️☝️🖖😎🤔

    • @StephenGlencross-yg4nt
      @StephenGlencross-yg4nt 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Very interesting and instructive but one thing must ask if you are against bullies and are old and health issues what do you do then ????.

  • @pauljackson4075
    @pauljackson4075 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +592

    As a man of 75 years, I would like to thank you for your excellent advice and guidance. Many elderly people have limited hearing and vision which can impede their situational awareness. Also over the years injuries add up and often disease can impair our strength and agility. I live in a state where it is legal to carry a concealed handgun. The law here tends to justify the use of deadly force by an elderly person against a younger assailant. I would regret having to do that: so I remain cautious but non confrontational while maintaining my safety. Thanks for thinking about us old folks and happy New Year.

    • @mairimcgonigill4347
      @mairimcgonigill4347 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      Many thanks for these useful tips and greetings from the UK ❤

    • @pauljackson4075
      @pauljackson4075 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @@mairimcgonigill4347 I don’t know if you are replying to my comment or the actual video, but it is nice of you to do so and I’m happy to say hi to you.

    • @geod3589
      @geod3589 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      Here in NC, a law was passed that if you attack someone 65 years old or older, it's an automatic hate crime with minimum of 3 years in prison. Those older folks can use deadly force too.

    • @pauljackson4075
      @pauljackson4075 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      @@geod3589 That’s good news for the elderly. Thanks for the info.

    • @Fairlight53
      @Fairlight53 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      ​@@geod3589I live in NC. I wasn't aware of this law. Thank you for sharing. Good to know.

  • @surewhatever8843
    @surewhatever8843 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    My favorite and most effective situational awareness tip: Pay attention to who is paying attention to you. Just quickly scan the faces of people in your vicinity and take note of who makes eye contact. A couple of scans will illuminate whether someone is focusing on you and identify them as a threat.
    I learned this from a high school teacher and it’s never failed me. During exams, she’d bury her head in grading papers only looking up occasionally. Sometimes, she’d stand up and walk directly to someone cheating and bust them. It was incredible! I asked her how she always knew and she told me cheaters would always watch her to avoid being caught and if anyone made eye contact twice when she looked up, she knew to go confirm.
    Now, if you’re dancing and singing loudly with a giant peacock feathered hat, people gonna’ be staring at you! Otherwise, you won’t catch regular folk paying much attention to you as they go about their business.

  • @charmainetate6274
    @charmainetate6274 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    How refreshing to hear this young man not mocking, not dismissing us Elders! One of the first things I taught my children and grandchildren, Always be aware of your surroundings!

  • @ancienttraveler5491
    @ancienttraveler5491 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +355

    Thank you for a fine presentation. I'm a 73 year old, 5'1" woman. You reminded me of some of the things my father taught my brother and me in self-defense. What I learned from him has saved me at least 3 times, twice in New York City, once in Houston. Walk with strength and stand with strength but do no move toward your attacker. Both times in New York the attacker ran away. I'm glad because I really didn't want to hurt him.

    • @susankievman642
      @susankievman642 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

      I am your age also and only 5'0". Worked out all of my adult life. Agree with the way that you stand and walk are important. Has always worked for me in my life. I may be a short woman, but in my brain, I feel 5'7" in my attitude!

    • @vaughnslavin9784
      @vaughnslavin9784 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Right on!

    • @karendegraaf1146
      @karendegraaf1146 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Helpful Advice! Attitude and posture are so telling for everything.

    • @Solitude11-11
      @Solitude11-11 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Same age and height, and absolutely agree!

    • @mtnwalkingdogwoman
      @mtnwalkingdogwoman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      dynamite comes in small packages!!!!@@susankievman642

  • @andrewcliffe4753
    @andrewcliffe4753 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    At 82 I was surprised how much stronger I got after an almost terminal illness with just a small amount of frequent exercise

  • @ittybittykittymama7582
    @ittybittykittymama7582 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    I don't know about the rest of y'all, but this old Southern gal could listen to this man talk all day! I've lived in Tennessee since 1987, but I still love a natural Southern drawl. ❤

    • @davidmccall4776
      @davidmccall4776 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The south is a state of mind! Never be ashamed of it!

    • @davidmccall4776
      @davidmccall4776 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The "South" is a state of mind. Don't ever be ashamed of it!

    • @maggiegibson7183
      @maggiegibson7183 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am from Scotland lived GA AL TNin SD now miss the accents so much.😊

  • @tarottime3219
    @tarottime3219 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Thanks dear, I always look behind myself in parking lots and around me to see If anyone is following me, if I even think someone may be following me I turn around and walk back towards the store.

  • @rusty6314
    @rusty6314 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +177

    At 60 recovering from a heart attack I find myself much more alert to my surroundings, I also pray before going out in public for the Lord to keep me safe.

    • @bellabarro6881
      @bellabarro6881 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Amen, and that's the most important thing you can do. Nothing happens unless He allows it, for your ultimate good and His glory. Also not a bad idea to have an item on you. That's the reason most have tuned into this conversation. Be safe and keep praying!

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Glad you mentioned that. My personal guardian angel is a real badass type but I'm still expected to avoid trouble in the first place when possible. Never tempt God, etc. You probably know guardian angels never allow themselves to be seen directly, but mine did just once. I was approached by someone with deadly intentions one time. I saw nothing myself but a whole bunch of bystanders swore up and down that a huge Black man appeared behind me and suddenly spread his wings in warning to the approaching attacker. Scared the bejeezus out of everybody. And I missed it all. The only thing I knew was the main bad guy's reaction. He suddenly screamed and stumbled backwards, falling to the ground. I just thought he'd had a heart attack. But I doubt a dozen or more people suddenly all went tripping. They didn't like me at all so they weren't going to tell such a story untruthfully either. The guy who'd been approaching me would turn around and run every time he saw me in public after that too. Everybody said my protector was also close to 8' tall; I figure they're the original shapeshifters. If he's the one to escort me from this life plane to the next, I know I'll arrive safe and sound.

    • @seanodwyer4322
      @seanodwyer4322 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@frostyfrances4700 what town was this- ahh had a black cloud warn me off death when it came down over gisborne city Port. next day female staff worker had log dropped on her at exact spot the intense black cloud came over.- then shot upp 4 miles into the heavens.

    • @casioshock
      @casioshock 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Exactly brother. Amen to that 🙏

    • @howlr747
      @howlr747 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It is not religion that saves you it is usually intuition and caution! Do not expect any 'divine' intervention to save you because that divinity put your problem there in the first place!

  • @jackiefox7224
    @jackiefox7224 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +217

    I’m 71 now and I have (and continue to) train in martial arts for the past 30 years. I carry my keys on a kubaton, and I have a slimline flashlight in my pocket. I’ve had a full hip replacement done, and my shoulder is now giving me problems. My training has changed, I’m not going to spar and I’m careful with partner work. We were always told, the best self defence is not to be there, which is awareness, and as this gentleman said, things can happen out of the blue and very fast, so keeping yourself as fit and healthy as you can is important. Even for just quality of life as we age. I notice my strength isn’t quite as good as it was, but I still use weights and one of those “squeeze” things for hand strength. (It helps with jars too)…. I don’t carry a purse anymore, I use a fanny pack. It’s always attached to me when I’m out. My heart breaks when I see a senior who has been a target to some violence or even a scam. Thank you for putting this out there for more to see. It’s important. 🇨🇦

    • @lulumoon6942
      @lulumoon6942 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Great job on making the most of what you've been given. You're a credit to your people, and a gift to your community. Wish you many more healthy years. 👏👍💪🙏😎

    • @KM-zn3lx
      @KM-zn3lx 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      I might do th fanny pack. I thought about martial arts at 62 but don't want to hurt my knees, etc. with sparring. I carry pepper spray with me and listen and look. I do weights and walk. I mostly eat low carb and watch sugar. Mostly I try to stay active and now and shovel my driveway, but ppl take pity and help.

    • @martinwalker9386
      @martinwalker9386 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KM-zn3lx before I went to Vietnam I watched some dorm mates spar. Just that was enough to get me out of a situation two years later. I certainly don’t spar now as I have had surgery on both shoulders and both knees and walk with a cain.

    • @TheAAnne123
      @TheAAnne123 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, purse in body! I have kindly told a number of senior women when I see them shopping with their purse sitting in the cart and they aren’t even in front of it , that they are putting themselves at risk. They always thank me for caring!

    • @geoffreycarson2311
      @geoffreycarson2311 หลายเดือนก่อน

      WHATS A BLOODY FANNYPACK !!!😂lol a Limey Normal Male ! ps In ENGLAND a FANNY !!!is a Womans PRIVATES 😔😂LOL g

  • @Genevieve4260
    @Genevieve4260 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    I am a 63 year old woman, and I really appreciate this man's kind and sensible way of speaking and advising. Thank you so much. You are such a kind person...I can tell. 😊

  • @patiencekates5975
    @patiencekates5975 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    I'm 66 and female. This crosses my mind on a regular bases. I'm grateful for the reminders and the encouragement to do better every day as long as I can. Thank you

  • @Hillbilly-Bob
    @Hillbilly-Bob 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +203

    Speaking of attitude, my dad was always fond of saying that old age and experience would always overcome youth and enthusiasm. He was never a victim, even up in his 80's he still went wherever he pleased, and carried himself with the utmost confidence.

    • @festeradams3972
      @festeradams3972 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      The original quote your dad mentioned was "age and treachery, always overcome youth, and skill" or something to that effect.

    • @JohnSmithGlobeLie
      @JohnSmithGlobeLie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @Hillbilly-Bob
      Confidence scares of cowards ;-)))

  • @paladinfalconer8578
    @paladinfalconer8578 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +218

    I am 70 and I work part time in a location where state law prohibits the carrying of a firearm. Everyone I deal with is younger and stronger than me. I have had to break up two fights in the past year. I carry pepper spray, brass knuckles and a Cold Steel push dagger. All are legal in my state. God bless Texas.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Right on 🙂👊👊

    • @daveufirst
      @daveufirst 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      Guns are legal everywhere.--the Bill of rights.

    • @sherrybendall5817
      @sherrybendall5817 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Brass knuckles?

    • @mkdy218
      @mkdy218 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That's real bad ass 😀

    • @_Coffee4Closers
      @_Coffee4Closers 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      "I have had to break up two fights in the past year"... No you didn't have too. At your age do NOT get involved in fights that are not yourself or loved ones.

  • @behindenemylines9033
    @behindenemylines9033 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    For us elderly.....it's all about situational awareness, staying in the best physical shape you can and always carry a weapon. "Nuff said.

  • @bigirishlady
    @bigirishlady 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

    I don’t walk alone anymore. Between the loose dogs and tweekers this gal is afraid to leave her yard-and I live outside the cities in northern Alaska. I don’t feel safe. Pushing 68. Your advise is great. I’ve been told I’m intimidating because of how I carry myself. I never thought that was an advantage until now.

    • @geoffreycarson2311
      @geoffreycarson2311 หลายเดือนก่อน

      GO GIRL GO a Normal 68 yr old Limey Male g

    • @bevm.4832
      @bevm.4832 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Greetings Big Irish Lady! 😊 I'm A Little Irish Lady! I like that you mentioned loose dogs. I live in a coastal Southern California city and it seems as though everyone has a dog or multiple dogs!
      If it weren't for the fact that these dogs were on leashes, I would have been attacked
      four different times. I Adore animals so I know I wasn't giving off a bad vibe. People let their dogs run loose all the time at these parks. It's time to get some protection. I have a cane that I used when I sprained my ankle, so I think I will start carrying that when I go for my walks. Take Care of Yourself, God Bless! 😊

  • @johntatman9168
    @johntatman9168 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +161

    I'm 74 and trained in numerous martial arts for 30+yrs, was heavily involved in combat shooting, trained protection dogs and have kept myself as strong and agile as I possibly can. That said situational awareness has kept me from every having to use any of this training in daily life and I sincerely hope it will continue to do this for the remainder of my life.

  • @CSUnger
    @CSUnger 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +81

    Keep in mind that as long as you are wearing a belt, preferably a strong leather belt with a solid buckle, you are always carrying a protective deterrent. Practice deploying it quickly and often to acclimate the mind to its presence when the situation warrants it. It can be used as a whip or a blunt force device depending on whether the buckle or the leather tip is used. It will also extend your distance advantage by up to three feet especially necessary when confronted by a knife wielding aggressor. . Snapped at the face and eyes will deter most aggressors who have underestimated you and greatly increases your confidence in the confrontation when executed with deliberation and force. Swallow your fear and get angry

    • @johnnyxmusic
      @johnnyxmusic 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice

    • @rhonddavincent2803
      @rhonddavincent2803 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Very good tip.

    • @greengold7648
      @greengold7648 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      "Swallow your fear and get angry." Excellent advice that has saved me. GREAT ending comment! Thanks!

    • @CSUnger
      @CSUnger 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      @@greengold7648 Absolutely. A large percentage of mugs who prey on the elderly are cowards who pick victims they think will not put up much of a fight. They are not prepared for an aggressive counterattack and will very often change their mind, but even if they do not, you have a much better chance of survival, if not victory, if you take the attack to them with vigor and force. And you will be amazed at how your fear can be changed into aggression. Think thoughts like "who do you think you are to think that you can attack me?"

    • @neilfixes5501
      @neilfixes5501 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      while holding your pants up with your other hand? 😀

  • @user-pj2cd5bl6g
    @user-pj2cd5bl6g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    From South Africa im strong but when 2 men attacked and robbed me i froze. Thankyou for thing about the elderly. Love your voice. Thx

    • @davidroux7987
      @davidroux7987 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Also from SA. Also been attacked. I wouldn't call them men. I'd call them "men"... they operate in groups. A race of cowards in red overalls.

    • @beatrixvandermerwe2860
      @beatrixvandermerwe2860 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      South Africa is so dangerous now.

  • @martinwalker9386
    @martinwalker9386 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    At physical therapy last week the man working with me thought that I was at least 10 years younger than I am. When he connected the dots that I left Vietnam 51 years earlier he asked how old I was because I am so much better shape than his father that is 9 years younger than I am.
    There is a saying about being aware of old men because they didn’t grow old by being wimpy and if they are veterans it is even more true.

  • @azcountry6064
    @azcountry6064 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +92

    4:23 spot on, spot on, spot on. At 63 and after having served a career as a Deputy Sheriff and US Army Special Agent in Protective Services. There is no more sure way to stay safe than avoidance. It's the proverbial ounce of prevention that is worth a pound of cure adage. Use your life skills to read situations and go around them, not through them. Particularly when you're accompanied by your spouse.

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      ".... your spouse." Unless you're me and made the mistake of my life in who I married. The man was vicious and violent to other people but he never actually tried to harm me physically. Before we split I overheard him telling one of his friends that I was the only person he was ever afraid of. When I found out what he was actually like, I told him flatout that if he ever raised a hand to me, one of us wouldn't live to tell about it. He knew I meant it too. He knew I was (hopefully still am) a crack shot and I trained jungle patrol dogs. He also knew that any harm he might succeed in causing me would be repaid in kind by my friends and relatives, largely Irish Fenian and a few HA's included. But as I told him, I'd try real hard to spare them the trouble.

    • @hal7ter
      @hal7ter 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      wow!! @@frostyfrances4700

  • @cozyafloatisme
    @cozyafloatisme 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +87

    How VERY rare for a presenter to have a summary at the end of a good prepper video like this! And thank you for your excellent "teacher techniques" to set your points in my mind! Kudos for reminding this 76 year young man of steps to take for confidence and resilience in my daily life! WELL DONE.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

  • @happycamper9300
    @happycamper9300 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    It's interesting when you mentioned about the old people strength. I would say is more about being smart with your body, than actual strength. My dad in his late 70's taught me a trick, once he was attacked by a younger guy (in his 20) and saw him as an easy victim, old and a little overweight. He simply used his weight to pin the guy against the wall and hit him as much as he wanted. It was a one side fight with the elder having the best part

  • @lorraineclark2307
    @lorraineclark2307 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I think getting really mad and screaming “NO”, even if just internally, brings much extra strength. Your attacker can also see the resolve in your eyes…. and may feel the energy level shift.

  • @luckylarry5112
    @luckylarry5112 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

    I'm homeless and 68. I work out at Planet fitness where I get showers $10 a month. I carry a fighting cane, brass knuckles and bear spray. I know bear spray is not as potent but thugs don't know that and just the the pic of a furious bear on it dentures them. I also wear vest like thing similar to Kydex under my jacket as not to get stabbed. I used to have a dog but he took one for the team this last summer. This sh@t is monthly when benefit check comes. Street tip, ammonia in a squirt bottle is awe inspiring and they seem to find God in those lonely moments of reflection. This is an awesome topic, heap it on!!!

    • @realsharpknives7988
      @realsharpknives7988 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Homeless and 68 with internet access......go figure.

    • @luckylarry5112
      @luckylarry5112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@realsharpknives7988 Internet is easy, My tablet is tethered to my T-Mobile 5g phone. Homeless by choice to save up for motorhome. Spent the majority of my life gold mining and trapping in Alaska bush, therefore my SS benefits are minimal. Most can only dream of the life I've lived but not so great for retirement...

    • @DChristina
      @DChristina 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Good on you keeping fit and clean- hard to do when homeless. Great tip on ammonia for self-defense, thanks 🙏🏼 & God bless

    • @8Ayelet
      @8Ayelet 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You're awesome!

    • @terra_world
      @terra_world หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@realsharpknives7988 internet is free to anyone at the library.

  • @emexdizzy
    @emexdizzy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    I'm in my late twenties but I'm disabled and have arthritis and fibromyalgia that came on in my early twenties, so I really appreciate this advice.

  • @buddyx6
    @buddyx6 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I'm 61 and can still do 12 pullups and I carry EVERYWHERE I go! Situational awareness is everything!
    "KEEP ON KEEPIN ON"

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      👊👊

    • @mikejohn0088
      @mikejohn0088 หลายเดือนก่อน

      NEWS FLASH: 61 is not old age - do the 12 pullups when you're 78.

  • @daddysdarlin5989
    @daddysdarlin5989 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    I'm a 66 yo woman, I weigh 100 pounds and am not strong. Thank you for addressing our challenges 😊! Much love from Utah ❤!

  • @annabelleb.8096
    @annabelleb.8096 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

    Being a woman and on the small side, I've always felt somewhat vulnerable. I stay alert. Once on public transport a man sitting across from me was eyeing me and something I was carrying very suspiciously. I looked him right in the eye and he got off at the next stop without incident. I think he was going to do a grab and run. I'm getting older and times have also gotten more dangerous. Now I always carry pepper spray.

    • @JohnSmithGlobeLie
      @JohnSmithGlobeLie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Pepper spray and a calm alert awareness are a good tag team ;-)

    • @jmc8076
      @jmc8076 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JohnSmithGlobeLie
      Illegal for women (and men) in Canada to carry even as self defense. Pretty much anything that can be used that way is illegal. Oh Canada.

    • @JohnSmithGlobeLie
      @JohnSmithGlobeLie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jmc8076
      Same here (Scotland) but worried females could have a strong walking stick which is still legal to carry, it's practical and very useful, a camera monopod is very strong and pointy , a strong leather belt with a heavy buckle is a good option, keys to the eyes can be very effective, hairspray to the eye can also be effective, sometimes we can pick up anything near-by and use it as a weapon to defend ourself. The more options we have the more secure we can feel ;-)

  • @markgoostree6334
    @markgoostree6334 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +93

    At 73 I have had this conversation with myself and I realize I cannot out run the youthful bad guy. I am not as strong as the attacker, and I'm not as quick. I can only keep my head on a swivel and try to anticipate... not the best of plans. I don't go stupid places at stupid times... and carrying is an everyday thing.

    • @katen1228
      @katen1228 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I’ll be 71 in July, I carry every time I leave my home, AND I have deployed weapons thru out my home, just in case.

    • @LittleKitty22
      @LittleKitty22 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      I'm in the UK. Can't carry, it's illegal here. Pepper spray and bear spray is also illegal. Government wants us women to be easy victims for the invaders. I've been arrested for daring to cry out "please leave me alone" to the gang of invaders that's targeting me. I'm a disabled girl. Things are truly dire here!

    • @susanorban3059
      @susanorban3059 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      ​@@LittleKitty22 Get yourself a small can of bug spray and carry it with you. VERY effective!!

    • @LittleKitty22
      @LittleKitty22 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@susanorban3059 Bug spray! Yes I can get that here! Thank you, brilliant idea!

    • @jameswallis1155
      @jameswallis1155 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @littlekitty22 RAID Wasp & Hornet spray will KILL a rattlesnake and will spray from 20+ feet away....tell your friends also. Regards, Jim

  • @markymarknj
    @markymarknj 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Thanks for the GREAT advice! As someone who's 61 going on 62, I concur with what you said, especially being aware of one's surroundings. The only thing I'd add is if your intuition, your "little voice" if you please, tells you to get out of a place or situation, LISTEN to it! Every time I ignored my little voice, I was sorry. If your "little voice" is telling you to get out of Dodge, then GET OUT of Dodge ASAP!

  • @gordonadams4793
    @gordonadams4793 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I truly like your message. I am 68 years young and by saying that, I am active. Encourage others to get active and remain active. I do hand exercises everyday to strengthen my shooting hand and trigger finger.
    Start now folks. Not tomorrow. Tomorrow is a gift. Make the most by what you do today.

    • @seanodwyer4322
      @seanodwyer4322 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      prophet/seer-/intercessor- sean O'Dwyer- 136- 140 Hobson Street.- Auckland city. 1010. new zealand.

  • @douglasmcneil8413
    @douglasmcneil8413 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +131

    I'm 63 and I've always been active. Broke my hip about 30 years ago in a Motorcycle accident And I still manage to walk between 12,000 to 16,000 steps a day. I've had to make a few concessions to my age. But you're absolutely right. The longer you stay active, the longer you're able to stay active. Keep yourself engaged in the act living life as fully as you can. A lot of it has to do with mindset. Acknowledge that even if there are things you can't do any more, there's still a lot of life that you can explore. Carpe Dium.

    • @markgarfield9535
      @markgarfield9535 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Hell ya! Thanks for the words of encouragement. Same here, stay active, i am 60 this year-can't carry a 70 or 80 pound pack for distance anymore, but i can do 40 for a ways...

    • @moniqueengleman873
      @moniqueengleman873 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Diem

    • @douglasmcneil8413
      @douglasmcneil8413 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      @@moniqueengleman873 What I spell in my head and what my fingers type seldom agree. Pobody's Nerfect.

    • @moniqueengleman873
      @moniqueengleman873 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@douglasmcneil8413 That is my absolute favorite.
      Pobody's Nerfect.

    • @seanodwyer4322
      @seanodwyer4322 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ahh had my neck broken in all areas in 1990 by thug from behind- hori- Faith God miracle ahh bought back . am now 65

  • @timothyhume3741
    @timothyhume3741 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    I am 75 and I am not afraid of other people no matter their age, Have a rugby boxing wrestling gymnastics background. Still fairly fit but I do not buy into the fear trip. I am never looking for confrontation ever But hell you know even if I get kicked down My motto is you will at least remember me. Walk proud with determination You have what it takes man or woman. Confidence is for sure top of the list. Cheers and blessings all.

  • @aberodriguez4149
    @aberodriguez4149 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    This is a blessing and reminder that being 68 is not a death sentence. Stuck in a wheelchair with a family gives me no right to lay down and depend on those that would prey on the weak ones for mercy. Your advice to stay mentally aware and physically exercise the body as well as we can and include exercising with your EDC and be aware that even your surroundings can provide tools to defend yourself. Three mental goals for anyone being attacked: 1 Disorientate attacker 2 Disarm attacker 3 Disable attacker and of cause your safety and those you love rank top on the list. Stay safe fellow brothers and sisters. 🙏

    • @TheMazinoz
      @TheMazinoz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I also carry a small personal alarm.

  • @kipkaercher3257
    @kipkaercher3257 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Really good job: Insightful, educational and less than 7 minutes.
    Three things I work on: 1) Conditioning, 2) Technique, 3) Carrying the right tools.

  • @dpr2011
    @dpr2011 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I am 75 live in SF One thing is always beware of your surroundings. Do not walk like a victim walk like you will hurt somebody.
    Know where you're going and if you can take a friend with you and walk like the bad ass you know you are. God Bless

  • @tomhenderson7972
    @tomhenderson7972 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I'm 75 and have a prosthetic leg, I exercise every day and stay as fit as possible. I carry a 3 inch, 5000 lumen tactical flashlight with a strobe. It wouldn't stop a determined criminal, but it will send a message that you are not going to be an easy victim. It works at a distance before they can reach you. It is also a good hand weapon if they get too close. There are no weapons that will work if you don't have situational awareness. You will be down before you see the threat coming.

  • @LindaKing-lf8nk
    @LindaKing-lf8nk 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Thank you for talking to us who are older. Thank you for talking to us like we have sense in our head and that we are still capable human beings, that we once were.

    • @judywright4241
      @judywright4241 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is the worst to me, not just aware of my surroundings but hubby is so NOT, and he’s the one with the cane. I get gas or cash in the day in wide open areas. I also am on NextDoor Neighborhood app, where I hear about the latest scams. Recently there was one about young kids picking out elderly in their neighborhood to claim they were locked out and can ‘we use your phone to call our mom?’ They then steal financial info while looking like you’re just helping kids get home. I stopped to get gas, still thinking how I would SO fall for that ruse! When I realized I’d broken my own rule of getting gas near a car where they WERE NOT getting gas. I was in a hurry and my mind was on seeing my son, when I realized it was a man and a woman arguing, getting pretty nasty, when she appeared next to me, demanding my phone, ‘because that SOB won’t give me MINE!’
      My phone, & purse were locked in the car, I had only the gas card & said I didn’t have the phone on me, when the man came around, but I finished, put the nozzle back in its place and split. I also don’t let gas go below 3/4 of a tank so it takes about 7 minutes tops to get gas & get gone.

  • @hollypritchard2395
    @hollypritchard2395 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I am 68 yr old grandmother, who carries. I love to take my grandson to our town park. But, i dont carry at park or pick up at school. I decided not to go to the parks when they arent populated. Only one way in and one way out, (being aware of my surroundings & my body strengths at this time). And really watch big stores, parking lots, i do carry there. I consider myself to be good physical condition. Still ride my horse. But, realize things do change. I walk strong consistent steps, head up, free hands. :). Thanks for your video!

  • @martybreeden6116
    @martybreeden6116 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    I went Code Blue on July 17, 2015 TWICE!...It ked to me having to retire early from Law Enforcement in 2018 after a great career here in Virginia. Now I'm a bit older, not as mobile, so as you said, I have to adapt. I always carry good Pepper Spray and a knife. ..plus other "goodies". I have the same mentality now as I did as a Cop.." Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!!"

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      That is so true brother! A game changer

    • @manawah.o.p.e.
      @manawah.o.p.e. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @martybreeden6116 Hi ,Marty,what would you recommend carrying to an olderlady who likes to spend time in the woods??I have a pepper spray,2walking sticks,but I feel that's not enough lately....we have a lot of refugees here in Europe now from war zones and I just don't feel safe as before....???🌲🤔

    • @martybreeden6116
      @martybreeden6116 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@manawah.o.p.e. a good concealed neck knife if legal. Abd greater "firepower" if allowed

  • @totizabayle377
    @totizabayle377 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +60

    I am 80 and I don't leave home with out my cold steel equalizer. I work out evert day so i would be able to protect my family all the time. You are surely right, awareness is a must and that's what I advise every member of the family when leaving the house. When I walk my dog every day, I carry a kamagong stick in addition to my Lawman cold steel. Thank you for the very informative presentation.

    • @jessicagrecco5813
      @jessicagrecco5813 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Excellent explanation provided

  • @patbullard9276
    @patbullard9276 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    I’m 74 years old and I know that I have more limitations than I once had. But the most valuable lesson that you have shared in this video is active situational awareness. I am 6’1” tall and weigh 225 lbs. I’m still in reasonably good health and carry myself with confidence and am constantly aware of people moving around me. If I see someone moving around in a suspicious way I make eye contact to demonstrate that I’m aware of them. Lastly, fortunately my state allows me the right to constitutionally carry a firearm and I take advantage of that right.

  • @timisaac8121
    @timisaac8121 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Good Vid. Earlier tonight two guys in a car were able to get close to me while walking. I had a flashlight ready to go and they decided to look for fun somewhere else.

  • @ryszardlorenc7047
    @ryszardlorenc7047 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    It must be wonderful living in America, over here in the UK it seems illegal to carry ANYTHING that could be used for self protection. On the plus side at least the NHS will try and stop the bleeding free of charge !

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      And what is sad is I know that y’all deal with a lot of violence in certain places. I guess where no proper weaponry can be carried awareness and alertness becomes double the importance.

    • @kathyfugere6085
      @kathyfugere6085 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Seems all countries United to Britain are not allowed to protect themselves with a weapon especially Stun guns or pepper spray . Didn't say nothing to vinegar sprays

    • @kathyfugere6085
      @kathyfugere6085 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Also in parking lot a loud whistle or those new gadget that makes a screeching side , flashlight and never park in secluded area especially cycling/ jogging

    • @reneelibby4885
      @reneelibby4885 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You wouldn't want to live here.

  • @Larry660
    @Larry660 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    3:00: Brings to mind an incident when I was in high school. I was not one of the popular guys. I was walking to the library,where my mom would pick me up on the way home from work. I weighed close to 200#, but was not athletic. A group of fellow students drove past me in a car and harassed me (I don't remember what they said, it was not an unusual occurrence). I continued walking at the same pace as they turned into a side street and turned back to the street I was walking along. I had made no threatening actions, but when their car stalled, I heard one of them say, "Hurry up, he's coming!" There were three of them, surrounded by a couple of tons of steel, but hey were afraid of me. That was when I discovered that bullies are cowards.

  • @MrStanwillis
    @MrStanwillis 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Awareness has always been critical to me; head on a swivel to see what's happening. Thank you😊😊😊

  • @joedelira1777
    @joedelira1777 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I am 62 years old and I very much appreciate this video. I'm an active hiker and mtn biker but I think people need to hear tips like yours. Thank you sir! God bless you 🙏🏽

  • @chunt4694
    @chunt4694 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I am 71 and must use a cane, I try to always be aware of my surroundings. But truth have it I know that I am very vulnerable to criminals. I try not to put myself into situations where I could be an easy target. I do exercise daily in order to be the best that I can be at this time in my life!!

  • @davidheath2427
    @davidheath2427 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +63

    I turn 60 this year and am not what I once was . But I do exercise and lift my body weight regularly . This is a good subject as I have started to train using a walking stick . Love your work my friend.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Awesome! Thank you so much

    • @martinbeagley4481
      @martinbeagley4481 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Maybe look into integrating some Escrima type stick work into your daily routine, keeps you sharp and loosens up the joints nicely, Paul Ingram posts some good stuff that’s easy to follow

    • @davidheath2427
      @davidheath2427 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @martinbeagley4481 thanks for the heads up . My stepfathers name was Beagle . Just don't see the name often

    • @randystockton624
      @randystockton624 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I hear you brother I just turned 59 and I jog, do suspension straps pushups, kettlebells snatches, I can still do pullups..but I can't lift what I used to lift in my mid 40's but I do very good and am aware of getting older changing I just keep in mind I will not be an easy victim for no one....

    • @martinbeagley4481
      @martinbeagley4481 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@davidheath2427 ha ha it’s originally an Irish name meaning “little warrior” 😀

  • @calamityjane5698
    @calamityjane5698 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    My dad used to say "what do you do if you are up to your neck in a septic tank and someone throws a brick at you? " The answer is to not BE THERE to start with!

  • @phineasp.quimby3162
    @phineasp.quimby3162 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    Have gone through many comments here from y'all fine dear elders. Nothing impress me more of the amount of strength and confidence many of you have. I'm inspired! Thank you, and thank you for this important message also! 🙏❤

  • @salvatorerutigliano7131
    @salvatorerutigliano7131 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    ALL VERY WELL SPOKEN. I'M 63, A NEW YORK CITY CITIZEN MY WHOLE LIFE. BENEFICIARY OF GROWING UP IN HUGE CITY, EASIER TO WEED OUT THE BS ARTISTS. PART OF LORD'S PRAYER, 'DELIVER US FROM EVIL'. BE STRONG, SO YOU CAN PROTECT WOMEN, CHILDREN, AND THE INNOCENT. REAL MEN ARE ALWAYS COMBAT READY.

  • @joeystaples6869
    @joeystaples6869 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +52

    I absolutely love your enthusiasm and concern for the elderly or aging. I'm 50 and I'm 100% in agreement with you on this video! What a great topic, and it shows where your heart is my friend.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks so much!🙂

  • @jacusmc
    @jacusmc 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Thank you very much for this video. I appreciate your concern for us "older" folks. I am seventy-eight and still train every week. I consider my options and evaluate my own capabilities. I've taught my children exactly what you shared in this instruction. Thank you and God bless you.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You as well!🙂

  • @emiliebova
    @emiliebova 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I am a 70 year old woman who heads to the gym six days a week and I am close to six feet tall. However, I almost never go out alone at night

  • @user-jd7jw4zv4r
    @user-jd7jw4zv4r 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    I have to use a walking stick, so I made one out of 1/2 inch ridged electrical conduit. This is my first tool for protection. I have a couple other tools as well just in case.
    I'm lucky enough to have had a Father who showed me how to use the walking stick for more than walking.
    I appreciate your bringing this issue up for those who have already accepted the fact that they are not what they once were and think they have no chance in a bad situation.
    I'm going to show this video to my Girlfriend who just turned 77. Especially the part that mentions Awareness of Surroundings.
    Thank you for the Video!!

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      My pleasure, my friend thank you!

  • @ShaneZettelmier
    @ShaneZettelmier 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I agree, today’s actually my birthday I just turned 56 which isn’t really elderly but I’ve also got screwed up knees and a bulge disc and sciatica and a screwed up foot and inflammation issues, which affects things like grip strengthened my joints, so this is something I’ve dealt with for a long time. But, you’ve just got a kind of accept the card, your deal and deal with it.
    Situational awareness is always huge for everybody even if you are fit, I don’t care if you’re the UFC heavyweight champion, if 10 guys with knives and guns come after you, you’re screwed, so your head is the most important thing, using your brain paying attention and being vigilant.
    Controlling where you are, is a big part of it, if you’re hanging out in South Central LA in your buying a bunch of expensive watches in jewelry and looking at them as you walk out to your car in the back of a dark parking lot you’re not making the best choices, so if you’re gonna buy something like a TV, have the store, help you load it and pull your car up to the door or you’re around a bunch of other people and you’re not gonna have to deal with Thieves because I’ve had other people and visibility into the situation.
    Also, your everyday carry items, a lot of people get hung up on caliber size, and all of that, the truth is it almost doesn’t matter 99.9% of the time because you’re never gonna have to actually use it. Once you pull it out, those things still do matter in That tiny percentage where you actually do have to use it, but do what you can. If you’re old, or you have arthritis or small hands, figure out what you can use what’s comfortable easy and what you’re accurate with. And of course, training, physically, with your diet And getting up and using those muscles. A lot of times, people retire or they quit playing sports or quit doing certain things and they don’t replace it and lose that physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle just destroys you physically, so you don’t have to go out and bodybuilding all day long but just at least keep moving. Keep walking Try to stay agile on your feet and be able to at least walk without looking like an easy target, and train with your every day carry items, get some Electronic targets, and get very used to everything being second nature because the truth is, we’re just slower as we get older and we need to keep the muscle memory, active and those muscles that we might have to use active still
    Another thing I would suggest and add to the video is about diet, you need to get rid of foods that cause inflammation the process sugars, the grains, the starches, and a lot of the process food these things that cause brain fog and slow us down because we get over certain age, these things start to magnify. Concentrate on a healthy diet eliminating inflammation like a clean keto meat-based diet, or even carnivore or Mediterranean, where minimizing the inflammation and getting rid of the foods that caused brain fog and keep us from being as alert as we could be otherwise especially as you get older, this makes a huge difference. A lot of older people Are still smart and aware mentally connected but things like caring loss you can’t control and people get more. Brain fog can become less alert, we have to keep those parts of our mind going. We need to keep challenging ourselves and using those parts of our brain. A lot of times you retire you don’t have your kids around anymore. You aren’t going to work every day And you just don’t have to do as much and we just don’t use those parts of our brain and our body the way we used to and they kind of atrophy and slow down. One critical area is agility and balance, whether we want to admit it or not Once we start getting our 40s 50s and 60s things like Balance and coordination start to slow down once you start getting into the 70s and 80s they really slow down and this gets progressively worse quicker so we need to work on these things a lot more, course strength, and all that is important, but It’s a lot less important when you get into the older ages and we need to really start working on the things that are deteriorating more quickly. Also, we need to keep up on stuff like eyesight and hearing it’s hard to keep aware of your surroundings you can’t hear or hear less, or you can’t see as well and some of these things need to be dealt with medically. I know a lot of elderly people just say my eyes are getting old and don’t bother updating their glasses or contacts and just kind of let it go though we may not think we need these things if there’s an emergency situation, they would definitely be nice to have, and could save our lives. I think the hardest thing is sometimes we just need to learn to ask for help, like if I buy 60 inch TV, I’m not gonna ask somebody to help me carry that out to my car because I’m capable of doing it myself and maybe some of that stupid pride, but I’ve always done it myself, but now we’re living in a world where people steal and attack much greater rates than they ever had before and more boldly and we just have to learn that sometimes it’s better to just ask the people at the store to help you put it in your car and drive up front, and especially if you’re very frail or a woman, ask somebody to escort you out to your car, it’s normal for a woman, my mom was a single mom and she does a cocktail waitress and in restaurants sometimes late and it’s very normal and used to be almost expected to walk a lady out to her car to make. Make sure she gets in safely. As we get older, especially if we become become very frail. We become the easy victims that thieves target, and is good to learn that it’s OK to ask for help and utilize it when you can get it to avoid being alone in these situations.
    I’m glad you addressed this in the video, some people will talk about what type of equipment you should carry if you’re older because it’s easier to use with weaker hand or arthritis but usually that’s about all that’s addressed, and especially around the items we carry and that type of training , it’s cool to want to put on army boots and go roll around in the dirt and do obstacle courses but if you got no knees left or severe back injuries, that’s not an option and we need to figure out other options and switch our training over to optimizing the things we can do.

    • @rawpraisehorn5716
      @rawpraisehorn5716 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Lots of good stuff, thanks for sharing .

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I don't worry about caliber bc I have no intention of ever shooting anyone beyond my personal safety perimeter - which is about 10'. At that point my 5-shot derringer ('American Revolver') would stop anything. And I don't really need a 5-shot since my nickname growing up was Annie Oakley. But that gun was the smallest easily available when I was in the market, so I took it. I have relatively large hands for a 5' tall female; I can carry the peashooter completely concealed in my right hand if needed on the ready. I always leave the shotgun at home. :p

  • @KevinLopez-vf1wk
    @KevinLopez-vf1wk 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I appreciate the respectful and caring way you explain things. Everything spot on. 67 yrs old.

  • @dclark6632
    @dclark6632 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    You are absolutely 100 per cent correct sir. I have always actively practised situational awareness my whole life and even with martial arts training and a determination to not be a victim I realise now that I am 60 years of age with some arthritis and not as strong and fast as I once was. I try to first not put myself in vulnerable situations and second if I have to be in them I plan and prepare so I can minimse the risk. As an Australian watching your video it is refreshing to hear an American talking about the psychological side of self defence which has particular relevance to Australians who dont have the firearms option. Cheers Darren.

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      At 78 I grew up around firearms and do conceal carry at times, but thank God never had to actually use one. In a way they're just secondary backup anyway. Way upthread you might've seen my description of what a good pointed sword a certain type of umbrella can be. Truth is, almost anything can serve as a weapon if you know how to use it right. First rule of thumb is also if you can get an attacker on the ground, slip and fall from the highest point you can jump and accidentally land on the sob's stomach or back with your bent knees. Then you won't need to run away; you'll have the luxury of just walking.

  • @zenpig6605
    @zenpig6605 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Great video. In my 70's. I still lift 4 days a week and do cardio another 2 along with working the heavy bag and speed ball. With that said, I wouldn't want to square off with a 20 or 30 year old in a ring or on the mat. I know my limits. With that all said, I am reminded of an old saying, "Never get in a fight with an old tiger because they are treacherous." While I don't carry a sidearm, I do carry a couple other items.

    • @markgarfield9535
      @markgarfield9535 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for the info, i love that quote. I am going to use that.

  • @LindaB651
    @LindaB651 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    61 y/o, 115 lb female with former military and martial arts training, still strong and active. Situational awareness is key, but also, looking fit is a deterrent. I've a bit of arthritis in one ankle and, when it's acting up, I sometimes use a cane to minimize pain- oak with a brass handle, very durable and can be used as a short staff. A concealed carry permit is nigh impossible to get in my state, but bear spray is available, just mind the wind direction!

    • @frostyfrances4700
      @frostyfrances4700 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      One self defense item I love is an old fashioned umbrella with a long pointy metal tip and a curved handle. I do use it as a light cane when walking in public due to a tbi; but its main value lies in how it can instantly become a pointy sword. Make the 'ok' sign with your left hand and slip the pointy end of the umbrella through that opening, leaving enough room for easy passage. The curved handle will allow maximum thrust from your right hand. That pointy end (I even sharpened mine a little) could easily cause a deadly puncture if you have the nerves to handle it right. And since nobody's going to expect such a move, you'd get the maximum benefit of surprise. I've never seen anyone else mention this move. It's my own and I've never had to use it, thank God. But I'm absolutely confident of its utility. Beats the hell out of having to shoot somebody.

    • @patriciaissa7935
      @patriciaissa7935 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I suggest you listen to Dr Berg for any of your conditions....he is THE BEST❤️

  • @sandaraspooner4338
    @sandaraspooner4338 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thanks for thinking of us old folks. A lot of prepping suggestions, although great ideas, are not geared toward those of us with canes, walkers and other devices. It was nice to hear what you offered. Please give us, The Silent Generation, more advise if possible for you time wise. You are a very nice young man. God bless.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You as well!

  • @324cmac
    @324cmac 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the story about the 61 year old woman in Tucson who was in a situation where there was a mass shooter. When he went to reload his gun she grabbed the magazine of bullets and two men tackled the shooter. Thus keeping him from shooting anyone else.

  • @billym835
    @billym835 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Thank You for this info and inspiration. I just turned 70, and the best advice I could offer is to keep your head on a swivel, constantly know your surroundings. One thing I do is have a bic pen on my collar at all times. It might sound silly, but if I am grabbed, I can, hopefully, stick someone with it and break away.

  • @barbaracole4314
    @barbaracole4314 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Your exactly right, elder citizens are more of a target, we need to stay sharp and agile if anything were to happen ... something we need to work on ... thanks for this, never really thought about this before.

  • @conniegnesda9720
    @conniegnesda9720 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I so appreciate your tips. You seem like a man who doesn't have any enemies. What a good m. Thank you

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are so welcome

  • @bryanmckaypatriot1.
    @bryanmckaypatriot1. วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m 51 years old and 5’6”, not very big but always have my head on a swivel especially at gas stations. Thanks for all the tips and info Daniel, really enjoying all your videos brother!

  • @007twm
    @007twm 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +79

    This subject hits home for me. I'm 70+ and have arthritis and weakened hand strength. Racking a semi auto has become almost impossible for me so I bought a S&W Equalizer and that works well. A Spyderco Endura is my pocket knife of choice and it opens smoothly and effortlessly. Thanks for another informative video.

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Glad to help my friend! Sounds like you’re on top of your game🙂👍

    • @007twm
      @007twm 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@411Outdoors Thank you, I certainly try.

    • @katen1228
      @katen1228 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      The S & W EZ is awesome for ease of racking the slide but also for loading magazines.

    • @panamafred1
      @panamafred1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Check out the Carnivore diet. It changed my life from sick and weak to healthy and stront. I'm 75.

    • @tobylopez445
      @tobylopez445 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I am 76 years old and I too got an SW Equalizer it is a great gun for weaker hands and I also got the Ruger security easy rack in 380 caliber that uses 15 rd magazines.

  • @Tinman964
    @Tinman964 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Yep , at 59 I am very aware of what’s going on around me . Carry my tool as I have for 30 years , the only thing that’s changed is the glasses are a bit thicker and well I don’t like ladders to much anymore. Stay safe my fellow boomers . Don’t let that fear run your life . Eat well workout, play hard and keep the mind sharp.

  • @JohnSmithGlobeLie
    @JohnSmithGlobeLie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great advice, strength, and a good strong physical structure are vital as one gets older. And yes a sense of awareness is our greatest early warning system, especially in transition spaces. If you look physically capable and have good awareness I reckon you will avoid most situations no matter your age.
    So many people young and old walk around with their shoulders drooped and head down in their past or future concerns. Remain physiologically in the moment, alert and aware of what's going on around you. Even in the 70-80 years, we can still walk upright, head raised, and develop broad shoulders. We can't walking around looking like a victim, must walk with confidence and purpose, in a calm manner with an erect strong structure.

  • @toni2606
    @toni2606 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am a 70 year old woman and I think about this often. Thank you for this video. I'm sure many are grateful for what you've shared here.

  • @mkdy218
    @mkdy218 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    All to often the personal self defence subject content is aimed at the "young". But all to often as well, it is the vulnerable people in society e.g the older citizens, that are seen as soft targets. So this video is brilliant in it's advice. Well done sir and thank you! S&S

  • @farinshore8900
    @farinshore8900 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Thank you sir, for your respect and concern. These ideas have preoccupied me for several years now and is rarely talked about. Just this acknowledgement renders the elderly less invisible.

  • @johngalvin3124
    @johngalvin3124 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Lessons from my dear old Irish Grandad...
    (1) look your height (2) size is only a matter of opinion (3) everything is a weapon
    (4) act like a King to be treated like a King
    (5) any exercise is your friend
    (6) good posture is a force field
    (7) smile, they'll wonder what you're up to...

  • @arniepayne2906
    @arniepayne2906 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am a combat vet and the 6th sense that I had developed in combat 54 years ago still warns me and the feeling is very strong that something ain't right. It kept me out of a gun fight last week in Downtown Freeattle Seattle while waiting for a transfer for a bus.

  • @stuartmarkman769
    @stuartmarkman769 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    I turned 79 yesterday and I still get around fairly well. I carry a revolver and a pocket knife. I recently started carrying a can for self defense too. There are some excellant web sites too teach cane defense.

    • @lindadial7177
      @lindadial7177 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What websites?

  • @kurtbaier6122
    @kurtbaier6122 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +83

    Thanks for doing the video 2 years ago at 68 I was rucking 35 lbs over 4 big hills and over 3 miles in 40 minutes. Then the third surgery took me out. I can do 3 miles at 70 years old now but not with any extra weight. And an old back injury and back surgery has limited both bending and higher kicks, and has limited some range of motion. That said I won’t be beaten or stomped without a fight. I have had to do things smarter. I don’t carry a knife, I do carry a firearm and know when and how to use it. I carry an Uzu defense pen and a slim 7 “ 300 lumen flashlight, pepper spray, and a baton which is legal in my State for non lethal attacks. I like options. Defense pen for pain compliance, flashlight for not walking into to trouble or inflicting more trauma to my attackers in coming fists or knees or kicks, and against pressure points, muscle and bone. The Pepper spray is for those not fully committed to their attack, and the baton for disparity of force, that is about to be or actually being used against me. I was a licensed armed security officer for a few years before I retired. Here is a tip. If a person has given me an indication that they want to attack me i will raise my arms with open hands facing outward tomy attacker and will say very loud the magic three words. Stop, stay back. Now they probably won’t stay back of course but the real fight for your life will be in Court. If there are witnesses or cameras it will show that you are not the aggressor by being proactive. If they close the distance then they have committed an assault against you. Which allows you to make a reasonable response with either less or equal force. You don’t have to wait to spray or strike them after given a verbal command if they ignore you. Never warn them by saying if you come any closer I will spray you or hit you. If they continue to close the distance act. Warning your attacker that you will injure them is also considered an assault by the Court. A front kick or even side kick can create distance. Pepper spray if they resume their approach can create distance as well. Trauma to your attacker may also be needed if they are more determined, Typically if legal in your State, the use of a baton is okay for a disparity of force. Which is typically viewed as multiple attackers or if a blunt or edged weapon is involved. If the attacker is younger, larger or stronger, that disparity can be argued as well in your favor. Know where you can and cannot strike. Unless a severe disabling or lethal injury will occur to you, striking some areas of your attacker like the head or neck are off limits. And even if not charged criminally you can always be sued. The reason why I said a lot about the baton is because some States see a medium to large flashlight in the same way. What most people don’t realize is that once you get the upper hand don’t continue to strike or even shoot the attacker when they can’t continue their attack, because that will take you out of the victim status into an attacker status. And be the first o call the Police even if displaying pepper spray, flashlight or baton scares them off. They can call 911 and report you as the aggressor. And of course do not have any object or weapon in your hands when the police arrive.

    • @sammyday3341
      @sammyday3341 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I’m sorry, but this is too long to read.

    • @thomasblanc8240
      @thomasblanc8240 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      VERY good information ! I will give serious thought to how I would use everything you said. Thank you !

    • @emmsue1053
      @emmsue1053 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Brilliant info, thank you.

    • @25N77
      @25N77 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Well said

    • @manawah.o.p.e.
      @manawah.o.p.e. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @kurtbaier6122very informative and helpful.....Just the last sentence makes me wonder....how to do that?

  • @cynthiadavis2425
    @cynthiadavis2425 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Yes I'm a 60 year old female widow. I hate being alone and there is so much on my mind with everything that's going on. I started prepping and watching videos like this to educate myself. I am a Vet also. I still get scared thinking if the grid goes down will I be ready?

    • @411Outdoors
      @411Outdoors  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I would encourage you not to live in fear. Just do the best you can to take care of yourself. My dad used to say all the time..”God’s got this”. None of us can be but so prepared but people would come together if it got bad enough. I know I don’t worry. Take care🙂

  • @jimwhalen7115
    @jimwhalen7115 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video, thank you for presenting it. As a 72 year old man I have been fortunate not to have had any serious illnesses or injuries that prevented me from working out regularly, and I am in pretty good shape for my age. Lately I have been getting more serious about practicing self defense, and your encouragement and advice are much appreciated.

  • @firstlast2034
    @firstlast2034 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    The element of surprise has always been the important factor. As we age we protect in different ways and we were taught if you get into a situation, move away from the threat if possible is the first step . Always be prepared and aware, even at home where it takes about 7 seconds for things to go south!

  • @richardzicarelli3193
    @richardzicarelli3193 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Thank you for this video, and thank you for pointing out that we do not have to become a victim because of our age. I am 65 years old and have bad knees, a bad shoulder and a bad back, yet I do six work outs a week, two are cardio, two are strength training and two are martial arts. I have been a practicing martial artist for over 45 years and hence most of my injuries and joint issues are due to the abuse. I do not consider myself good at anything except at the desire to be as healthy as I as I can be. I definitely feel my age on some days but do my best to follow your three rules of advice with the two most important being be aware of your surroundings, and know your strengths and limitations. To date, it has served me well. Thank you again.

  • @MyPNWHomestead-dx2ec
    @MyPNWHomestead-dx2ec 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My Dad was a Navy Chief in the 2nd world war. He taught my sister and I how to fight. I asked him what the rules were, he said in a fight there are no rules. I'm not young any more but I do not present as an easy target. A young punk and his little friend tried to rob me at a small town fair. My back against a wall, I stood tall and ready and his little friend was terrified. They moved on and a young man about 30 whipped his butt good for trying to rob his wife. I told them the punk tried that with me too! The police took that rotten punk away in handcuffs. No telling what they would have done to me if I had shown fear.

  • @jamesbranscomb855
    @jamesbranscomb855 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I am 85 years old and can no longer use my martial arts training as i did in my youth. So, I now carry a cane and have learned to use it as a self defense weapon. There are videos online that will help you to get started in learning this self defense skill if you are interested.

  • @mikimoto99
    @mikimoto99 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Great words of wisdom. Thankyou👍🏻

  • @John-vi4ys
    @John-vi4ys 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    I’m glad I stumbled across your video, thank you! And there are a lot of good comments from viewers too. Getting old and losing your health sucks. But this is quite timely for me. This subject has been on my mind for quite awhile now. I am 62 and my health has been dropping off rapidly. Within the last 3 years I have had carpal tunnel surgery because my hands went numb, I had an ACL replacement that gave me 2 large blood clots to my lungs making it hard to breath now, I had bicep and full rotator cuff surgery on my dominant arm and 2 back surgeries and I now need a 3rd because the second one didn’t work. At the moment just standing and walking a short distance is excruciatingly painful. So as I go out in public now, I constantly am thinking how I would defend myself. I watch the news that show all these attacks on people and they not only happen instantly with no warning whatsoever and are violently brutal by multiple ganged attackers that swarm you all at the same time. I have come to my conclusion that for me, I’m not going to try to carry a knife, pepper spray, cane or a baton, I think my best plan will be to carry one weapon, a gun and practice with it as much as possible so I don’t get rattled wondering which weapon to try to use, because it will all be over by that time. Our world is upside down now, the victims are the criminals and the criminals are the victims. We stand very little chance in this Woke society of ever being able to get a fair trial if it came to us having to use deadly force.hopefully you will do more videos on this topic.

  • @pamelastorer8570
    @pamelastorer8570 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I live in as an expat in a country where single older looking women who live alone are No. 1 prey. I dont go out late - always home by 4 or 5 latest. I dont wear fancy jewellery or cloths, very plain, simple and very "blending" and not rich looking. I take one of a known fleet of taxis. I keep my house locked up after 5. I keep three dogs, one of a breed locals are scared of. I dont talk about myself. when asked by friendly seeming locals if I am here alone, I say no, my husband and grown up son are here. I never lie but this is self defence. Mainly, do the small things that keep you safe.

  • @thecaptain6994
    @thecaptain6994 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill.