Videos tagged with Combat Psychology
John "Shrek" McPhee, drawing on extensive experience in Iraq, details how repeated exposure to extreme combat situations leads to a desensitization to fear. He emphasizes managing combat emotions by 'surfing' them rather than being overwhelmed, and how fatigue can lower anxiety. McPhee also discusses harnessing fear, the concept of anti-fragility, the critical need for rapid escalation of force, and the psychological toll of near-death experiences.
This podcast episode presents "The 50 Rules" for personal safety, compiled by the editor of Guns Magazine, Brent Wheat. Drawing from decades of experience as a cop, adventurer, and shooter, the rules cover a wide range of topics from shot placement and gear perception to managing fear, understanding combat realities, and the importance of continuous practice and preparedness. The advice emphasizes practical application, mental fortitude, and a realistic understanding of danger and self-defense.











