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You’re not the only one whose gone through this.\u00a0 Being a new concealed carrier, a first time responsible firearm owner and those in the home that may have ever been exposed to firearms before may be a challenge.\u00a0 When I first started, I started the routine of carrying right away as soon as I was ready for the day.\u00a0 I clipped my holster onto my pants, put my gear on (every day carry), got dressed and inserted my firearm into my holster.\u00a0 Meanwhile, I noticed that I was getting stares from across the bed.\u00a0 The love of my life was never exposed to firearms before in her entire life; this new routine of mine and my reasons for carrying was foreign to her.<\/p>\n
But remember, you may get stares from others who are curious about your new lifestyle.\u00a0 You may even get a few unwarranted comments or lectures over the new few months (depending on your significant other and family members) and opinions about carrying a handgun, especially if you carry around the home visible to others.<\/p>\n
You may even notice that when there is a deadly shooting reported in the news media, the energy in the room changes and you feel the stares from other family members or friends in the room.\u00a0 You may even be defending yourself about carrying a firearm.\u00a0 People who know that you carry a firearm may just want to start a heated conversation about why you shouldn’t carry.\u00a0 They’ve heard half-truths or misinformation presented online, in the news, or passed along by others and they truly believe that’s it is their right to educate you on the subject matter they know nothing about.\u00a0 It’s amazing how people just believe everything they hear or read in the news and not investigate it themselves.\u00a0 Remember folks, it’s a business that lives or dies by its rating.\u00a0 With bad ratings, no advertisement = no money.\u00a0 There are very few news outlets that really get it right.<\/p>\n
Yes, some people just want to challenge you since they believe their opinions are right and they want to change your thinking.\u00a0 When I meet people like this, I know where I stand, but I like to hear other people’s thoughts on the subject matter, looking for something that may hold merit or something I have never heard of.\u00a0 Or I see a pattern of incorrect information presented by those who talk to me and makes me wonder where they’re getting their data.<\/p>\n
I like to consider myself an open-minded person.\u00a0 I don\u2019t get involved in these conversations since some are a bit ridiculous and these people have no experience in this area.\u00a0 So I just listen to the so called \u201csubject matter expert\u201d and leave it alone.\u00a0 I don\u2019t want the situation to escalate where it becomes a shouting match, so I\u2019ll pretend to agree with their viewpoint, politely interrupt the conversation and walk away (like I have to go to the restroom or something) and move on.\u00a0 Remember, you don\u2019t want to get involved in these situations.\u00a0 Deescalate and move on.\u00a0 They are just words after all.<\/p>\n
I just want to say that in most cases, those around you will get used to you carrying a firearm and they may never give it a serious thought after a while.\u00a0 It\u2019s like that ugly knickknack purchase that sits in your home and after a while, it just blends into the environment, forgotten but still there.\u00a0 This may take some time for this to happen.\u00a0 It could be months or a year, but after a while it becomes part of their routine and their environment, just like that knickknack.<\/p>\n
So hang in there, stick to your guns and ride it out.\u00a0 Some may adapt to your new lifestyle quicker than others and staying out of heated conversations is the best course of action for everyone\u2019s sake.\u00a0 Don\u2019t let it get you down or change your mind.\u00a0 You are there to defend your loved ones and yourself since they have not or cannot take on that responsibility.\u00a0 They may not be realistic that we live in a world of violent crime.\u00a0 They’ve lived this long without any violence in their life except for what they see on the television.\u00a0 But it’s real and it’s everywhere.\u00a0 Where do you think these shows get their ideas from?\u00a0 Real life violence.<\/p>\n
Try taking them to a gun range and show them how to use your firearm.\u00a0 I did this, and I provided training and taught them the four universal safety rules.\u00a0 I explained each rule and the reasons on what could happen if the rule was not followed (there are examples in the book “Way of the Concealed Carrier<\/i><\/b><\/a>“).\u00a0 If you have someone that has no interest, DO NOT force them into it.\u00a0 Let it go and move on.\u00a0 Just take those who want to learn.\u00a0 If you force someone, it will backfire.<\/p>\n You may think to yourself \u201cI wish that a situation would happen and defending them will prove that carrying is effective and it will change their minds\u201d.\u00a0 Please don\u2019t think this way.\u00a0 I do not wish it upon anyone having to defend for their lives.\u00a0 You or a family member can get hurt or killed.\u00a0 I know people who have carried for two decades and have never had to present their firearm to defend themselves. This is a horrible experience to go through if you have to shoot someone.\u00a0 So don’t provoke anyone to show those around you the reason to carry a firearm.\u00a0 It’s stupid, dangerous and irresponsible.<\/p>\n Until that day comes where there is peace on earth, carry every day to protect yourself and your loved ones.<\/p>\n Be safe out there, be the responsible firearm owner and always follow the “Concealed Carry Creed<\/span>“!!!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You’ve passed the background check, you purchased your firearm and you notice that those in your family are a little bit hesitant about this weapon you’ve brought into their home for self-defense.\u00a0 Maybe your significant other is fearful of this firearm you’ve decided to carry with you all the time and you’ve noticed that you\u2019re…
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