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Words vs. Weapons: How to Recognize When Verbal De-Escalation Won’t Work

escalation or de escalation

De-escalation techniques are becoming part of the standard operating procedure for law enforcement agencies across the United States. These tools have been part of the juvenile justice and educational systems for more than two decades. Programs like Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) teach participants how to recognize emotional situations, process information, and encourage talking instead of […]

Self-Defense Starts with Personal Leadership

Self-Defense Starts with Personal Leadership

When you think about the qualities of a great leader, what comes to mind? Whether you’re a teacher, a coach, an instructor, or a mentor, those that make the biggest impact in people’s lives use compassion, knowledge, and their moral compass to create results. Far too often, we look at success as the indicator of […]