I could not agree more! I once took a refresher course entitled “Tactics – Crime in Progress”, and while the coursework covered many scenarios, situations, and predicaments that Law enforcement and Security Professionals may encounter; it emphasized heavily on the mental and psychological preparedness needed to stay alive under unprecedented circumstances, the use of processes and procedures that composed the common sense and good judgment of our training, and the clear understanding that if we primarily relied on the tools of our vocation to keep us alive; this in itself could likely get us killed. The Pillars of Survival are a reminder of this coursework and an important fundamental work that will contribute to our success and keep us alive in the longrun.