The decision to use force to defend yourself or another requires intense and proper mental preparation. You must develop a mindset of deterrence, rather than confrontation-seeking behavior. 

Merely carrying a firearm does not make you totally prepared for a confrontation. Carrying a firearm is one part of an overall “readiness plan” you should have established for you/your family 

Consider the following questions as part of this mindset development:

• Have you considered ALL civil, criminal, psychological, religious/spiritual, and emotional aspects of carrying a firearm?

• Are you willing to commit to the lifestyle of carrying/using a firearm in self-defense?

• Are you willing to commit to ongoing personal training at regular intervals to keep your skills sharp?

• Actions made in haste/panic/for revenge have devastating and permanent consequences.

• Using deadly force should be the absolute last resort and no other means of diplomacy exist.

• Are you capable of using force/deadly force against another person?

• Are you willing to use force/deadly force against another person to defend innocent life?

None of these prompts are meant to used as legal advice or legal defense. Seek a competent/qualified attorney in your area for further consideration of these topics. 

Developing any skill level to a high level will at times require you to get out of your comfort zone. There is value in training during periods of adverse lighting, adverse weather, and difficult drills/exercises. 

Remember, there is no comfort in the learning zone and there is no learning in the comfort zone.