There are people who don't carry a gun and live.

[willie]

The article has good points. Being too fearful is one. Although vigilance and awareness are sensible states to maintain, hyper-vigilance may not be warranted. I go lots of places that I can't carry a weapon. Medical offices and hospitals are two. My dentist's office does not have a no gun sign, but I choose to lock my handgun in my truck's tool box when I go there. When I have worked out at gyms, I saw no reason to have a weapon. I make such decisions based on perceived risks. I try very hard to avoid places with risks. Under no circumstances will I carry a weapon where doing so is illegal. If I can't live with that choice, I don't go there.

[NETim]

The Devil doesn't make appointments.

[ubervic]

The article has good points. Being too fearful is one. Although vigilance and awareness are sensible states to maintain, hyper-vigilance may not be warranted. I go lots of places that I can't carry a weapon. Medical offices and hospitals are two. My dentist's office does not have a no gun sign, but I choose to lock my handgun in my truck's tool box when I go there. When I have worked out at gyms, I saw no reason to have a weapon. I make such decisions based on perceived risks. I try very hard to avoid places with risks. Under no circumstances will I carry a weapon where doing so is illegal. If I can't live with that choice, I don't go there.

Good points here.

I believe in being very aware and to recognize dangers, but I refuse to live a fearful life.

And, let's face it, with the threat of heart disease being so common, especially in my own family, I'm more likely to die of a heart attack than to fall victim of a violent, criminal attack. With this risk profile, am I making good decisions if I focus on carrying a gun but don't pay attention to my diet, exercise and overall lifestyle?

[blues]

Good points here.

I believe in being very aware and to recognize dangers, but I refuse to live a fearful life.

And, let's face it, with the threat of heart disease being so common, especially in my own family, I'm more likely to die of a heart attack than to fall victim of a violent, criminal attack. With this risk profile, am I making good decisions if I focus on carrying a gun but don't pay attention to my diet, exercise and overall lifestyle?

WWBJD?



(What would Billy Jack do?)

[Ed L]

Good points here.

I believe in being very aware and to recognize dangers, but I refuse to live a fearful life.

And, let's face it, with the threat of heart disease being so common, especially in my own family, I'm more likely to die of a heart attack than to fall victim of a violent, criminal attack. With this risk profile, am I making good decisions if I focus on carrying a gun but don't pay attention to my diet, exercise and overall lifestyle?

A very valid point. But one is not exclusive of the other.

[JAD]

Good points here.

I believe in being very aware and to recognize dangers, but I refuse to live a fearful life.

And, let's face it, with the threat of heart disease being so common, especially in my own family, I'm more likely to die of a heart attack than to fall victim of a violent, criminal attack. With this risk profile, am I making good decisions if I focus on carrying a gun but don't pay attention to my diet, exercise and overall lifestyle?

Since the two things are independent, it doesn’t matter. There are other things that matter a lot more than either, and the long view says that a righteous man who pounds chzborger and is afraid of sharp objects is ultimately better off than a tactical vegan marathoner. You got to serve somebody, as the poet said.

[03RN]

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[03RN]

The article has good points. Being too fearful is one. Although vigilance and awareness are sensible states to maintain, hyper-vigilance may not be warranted. I go lots of places that I can't carry a weapon. Medical offices and hospitals are two. My dentist's office does not have a no gun sign, but I choose to lock my handgun in my truck's tool box when I go there. When I have worked out at gyms, I saw no reason to have a weapon. I make such decisions based on perceived risks. I try very hard to avoid places with risks. Under no circumstances will I carry a weapon where doing so is illegal. If I can't live with that choice, I don't go there.

Hmm, I wonder why. I always carry 2 guns into the gym. You never know...

[AMC]

People eat Tide pods and snort condoms, too. Doesn't mean it's a good idea.

[peterb]

A recent article that seems to fit here.

http://www.grantcunningham.com/2018/...me-odd-places/

My work travel took me to South Korea, China, and several European countries where I couldn’t carry. I did not barricade myself in my hotel room — I got out, walked, ate local food, and enjoyed being somewhere different. I’m glad to have had that opportunity.

I may well have been dumb or lucky or both, but I think a bit of local research, good awareness and the “rule of stupids” goes a long way.

If carrying is legal and reasonable, do. If not, that’s a personal choice.