Download or read book Stay Calm written by Todd Bivona and published by Prominence Publishing. This book was released on 2020-11-30 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the ball dropped at midnight on January 1, 2020, if you told any of us the world would be turned upside down in just a few short months by a virus, I think we all would have looked at you like you were crazy. Yet, more and more, we started hearing the whisperings of a Novel Coronavirus that was contained in China. Fast forward to March 20, 2020, when Governor Cuomo signed the "New York State on PAUSE" Executive Order, in an attempt to assure uniform safety for the state. Within this order, non-essential businesses statewide had to close all in-office personnel functions effective immediately, and all non-essential gatherings of individuals of any size for any reason were temporarily banned."Stay Calm... It's only a few weeks," we thought. "It's a 14-day quarantine after all. How much longer than that could we be locked down?"Well the New York Pause lasted for months, with restrictions finally easing in June 2020. It was at that time that Mike Bloomfield knew that he wanted to gather a group of Staten Island Small Business Owners together to create a book that discussed the importance of staying calm during a crisis. A crisis doesn't have to mean "the end." A crisis, although tough, can absolutely open up new doors and even make your business stronger if you allow yourself to adapt and pivot as needed!In this book, you will hear from 12 successful business owners who did just that; they 'stayed calm' and used various crises to adapt and come out stronger than they were before. At the time of publishing, the world is seeing a second wave take hold and there are talks of additional lockdowns being used to contain the virus. So, while there is a light at the end of the tunnel with news of vaccines that are very promising, there is no better time than now to read this book and most of all STAY CALM!

Download or read book Calm Journal written by Pema Saraswati and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-13 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whilst this journal was written as an inspired action in response to the Corona Virus, it is intended to be a helpful tool for the next few decades to come. We are living in uncertain and changing times, some might say that it is happening at the fastest rate we have ever seen in history. There are technological advances and changes to the way we live and work, and an environmental crisis causing mass anxiety, grief, and fear. Whether you are feeling worried, grief, depression, despair, panic, anxiety, uncertainty, avoidance, or helplessness from a global health pandemic, the environmental crisis, or something else in your life, the message stays the same - whatever the circumstances we find ourselves in, we must remain calm, look after ourselves and others, and take the right actions. The journal is short and to the point, guiding you through 16 principles to staying calm in a crisis, and with pages afterward, provided so that you have plenty of space to journal your thoughts and reflections.

Download or read book Calm In Crisis written by David Holman and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-03-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Calm in Crisis: How to Manage Stress and Anxiety During Emergencies". Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and anxious during emergencies and crises? Do you want to learn effective techniques to manage your stress and anxiety and feel more in control of your emotions? If so, "Calm in Crisis" is the book for you. In this comprehensive guide, you will learn how to develop coping strategies for various types of emergencies and disasters, including natural disasters, financial emergencies, and personal crises. You will explore techniques such as mindfulness, deep breathing, and cognitive restructuring to help you manage stress and anxiety in the moment. You will also learn how to build resilience and support networks to prepare for future emergencies and to maintain healthy relationships during challenging times. The benefits of reading "Calm in Crisis" are numerous. You will gain a deeper understanding of your stress triggers and learn how to recognize and manage your emotions. You will develop practical skills to help you cope with stress and anxiety in the moment and in the long term. You will also learn how to build resilience and support networks to help you weather future emergencies. Some of the techniques covered in the book include: Mindfulness meditation: Learn how to be fully present in the moment and cultivate a sense of calm and relaxation. Deep breathing exercises: Discover how to slow down your breathing and reduce physical symptoms of stress and anxiety. Cognitive restructuring: Change negative thought patterns and beliefs to reduce anxiety and increase positive emotions. Building a support network: Learn how to connect with others and build a community of support during challenging times. Practicing gratitude and positive thinking: Develop a positive outlook and learn how to find meaning and purpose during difficult times. With "Calm in Crisis," you will gain the knowledge and tools you need to manage stress and anxiety during emergencies and to build resilience for the future. Whether you are experiencing a personal crisis or dealing with a global pandemic, this book will help you navigate difficult times with greater ease and confidence.

Download or read book The Storm Before the Calm written by George Friedman and published by Black Inc.. This book was released on 2020-08-03 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illuminating, provocative new book by the master geopolitical forecaster and New York Times bestselling author of The Next 100 Years. George Friedman turns to the future of the United States, predicting that the 2020s will bring dramatic upheaval and reshaping of government, foreign policy, economics and culture. Examining the cycles through which the United States has developed, matured and solidified, Friedman breaks down the coming years in thrilling detail. American history is governed by cycles – an eighty-year ‘institutional cycle’ that has defined the nation politically, and a fifty-year ‘socio-economic cycle’ that has seen the formation of the industrial classes, baby boomers and the middle classes. These two cycles are converging on the late 2020s, when many of these foundations will change. The United States will have to endure upheaval and possible conflict, but also, ultimately, increased strength and stability. Friedman’s analysis covers the size and scope of the federal government, the future of marriage and the social contract, shifts in corporate structures, and new cultural trends based on longer life expectancies. The result is a riveting account of current circumstances and the political upheavals that will pave the way for a new era of American prosperity and power.

Download or read book How to Remain Calm in a Crisis written by James McCrory and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-11-26 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It may seem that there's nothing you can do about stress. The bills won't stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day, and your career and family responsibilities will always be demanding. But you have more control than you might think. In fact, the simple realization that you're in control of your life is the foundation of stress management. Managing stress is all about taking charge: of your thoughts, emotions, schedule, and the way you deal with problems. Stress management refers to the wide spectrum of techniques and psychotherapies aimed at controlling a person's levels of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the purpose of improving everyday functioning. In this context, the term 'stress' refers only to a stress with significant negative consequences, or distress in the terminology advocated by Hans Selye, rather than what he calls eustress, a stress whose consequences are helpful or otherwise positive. Stress produces numerous physical and mental symptoms which vary according to each individual's situational factors. These can include physical health decline as well as depression. The process of stress management is named as one of the keys to a happy and successful life in modern society. Although life provides numerous demands that can prove difficult to handle, stress management provides a number of ways to manage anxiety and maintain overall well-being. Despite stress often being thought of as a subjective experience, levels of stress are readily measurable, using various physiological tests, similar to those used in polygraphs. Many practical stress management techniques are available, some for use by health professionals and others, for self-help, which may help an individual reduce their levels of stress, provide positive feelings of control over one's life and promote general well-being.

Download or read book Stress Management written by Donna F. Davies and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone who has longed for adventure on a tropical island or vacationed in especially during the 1970's and 80's will enjoy this historical novel. Steve Warren, an old school playboy, discovers a rundown restaurant with a colorful reputation right on the beach in Rose Hall. He hopes to refurbish the Reef Club to make a successful attraction to sell for a profit to the Holiday Inn he knows will be built next door. Just as his dreams are about to be realized, he discovers his tropical paradise is a third world country. Michael Manley is elected Prime Minister. Upper and middle class Jamaicans flee the island. Members of the drug culture emerge to fill the void. conflict is reflected through the Reef Club. Denzel Armstrong, the protagonist banished from his gentile upbringing, sells drugs to earn money and power.From the moment Manley is elected after promising to return to the people, Denzel has his sights on the Reef Club.Will he succeed? As the layers insulating Steve from "responsibility" are whittled away, it is up to Steve alone to save his Club.Can he or does something unforeseen . The novel, based on the experiences of owning a restaurant during that time in explores relationships between fathers and sons.Colin Powell of Jamaican descent has provided respected leadership in the United States. Perhaps children of those who fled Jamaica will take skills learned elsewhere to provide leadership for the beautiful Jamaica

Download or read book The SAFER R Model written by George Everly, Jr. and published by . This book was released on 2017-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Psychological Crisis Intervention: The SAFER-R Model is designed to provide the reader with a simple set of guidelines for the provision of psychological first aid (PFA). The model of psychological first aid (PFA) for individuals presented in this volume is the SAFER-R model developed by the authors. Arguably it is the most widely used tactical model of crisis intervention in the world with roughly 1 million individuals trained in its operational and derivative guidelines. This model of PFA is not a therapy model nor a substitute for therapy. Rather it is designed to help crisis interventionists stabile and mitigate acute crisis reactions in individuals, as opposed to groups. Guidelines for triage and referrals are also provided. Before plunging into the step-by-step guidelines, a brief history and terminological framework is provided. Lastly, recommendations for addressing specific psychological challenges (suicidal ideation, resistance to seeking professional psychological support, and depression) are provided.

Download or read book Stress Management written by Donna F. Davies and published by . This book was released on 2004-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone who has longed for adventure on a tropical island or vacationed in especially during the 1970's and 80's will enjoy this historical novel. Steve Warren, an old school playboy, discovers a rundown restaurant with a colorful reputation right on the beach in Rose Hall. He hopes to refurbish the Reef Club to make a successful attraction to sell for a profit to the Holiday Inn he knows will be built next door. Just as his dreams are about to be realized, he discovers his tropical paradise is a third world country. Michael Manley is elected Prime Minister. Upper and middle class Jamaicans flee the island. Members of the drug culture emerge to fill the void. conflict is reflected through the Reef Club. Denzel Armstrong, the protagonist banished from his gentile upbringing, sells drugs to earn money and power.From the moment Manley is elected after promising to return to the people, Denzel has his sights on the Reef Club.Will he succeed? As the layers insulating Steve from "responsibility" are whittled away, it is up to Steve alone to save his Club.Can he or does something unforeseen . The novel, based on the experiences of owning a restaurant during that time in explores relationships between fathers and sons.Colin Powell of Jamaican descent has provided respected leadership in the United States. Perhaps children of those who fled Jamaica will take skills learned elsewhere to provide leadership for the beautiful Jamaica

Download or read book Finding Hope in Crisis written by Grace Fox and published by Rose Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy having 90 daily devotions to find hope in crisis using Scripture, prayer, and practical applications. Start your journey to hope and healing today. A diagnosis. Death of a loved one. A layoff. A broken relationship. Life changes in a nanosecond when storms sweep in, often without warning. With minds barely able to think clearly, we often set our Bible aside. However, in reality, that’s when we need its comfort and strength most. This devotional is written for those longing for hope, but are lacking the ability to focus on a lengthy Scripture passage. Enjoy having a devotional that will help you: Tap into inner strength and wisdom with short reflections Make the best of your day without shame or guilt, using encouragement from God’s Word Find comfort in routine in meeting with the Lord daily Easy-to-Use Format for Even the Busiest People This Christian book contains 90 devotions. Each day’s entry follows a simple pattern: Key Verse Pause (short devotion) Ponder (application question or action step) Pray (short prayer) Relevant quote Key Benefits Whether this is for you, a loved one, a friend at church, neighbor, or coworker, this book is for those who are in crisis. Crisis looks different for everyone. For some, it means facing the fallout of betrayal or divorce. For others, it means a cancer diagnosis, the death of a loved one, experiencing job loss or home foreclosure, or watching an adult child make choices that carry lifelong consequences. Some would say that hitting a relationship roadblock with a friend or family member constitutes crisis, while others would say it’s losing their family pet. Regardless, their greatest need is hope. They need reassurance that God’s love will never let them go, His presence will never leave them, and His strength will carry them through. Finding Hope in Crisis addresses these needs as follows: Its overall message directs their minds to God’s character and promises. These bite-sized bits of truth will feed their soul and give them the strength and encouragement needed for that day. Its devotions are short enough to read and keep their focus even when their minds are on overload. Its relevant quotes reinforce the day’s teaching to help them remember that particular truth.

Download or read book How to Lead in Crisis written by Mark Davis and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-13 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No one could have anticipated the the crisis. But, more than the disease itself, we've been gripped by the global upheaval, and the worry culture that has locked people down, more than any quarantine ever could. We desperately want to rise above the melancholy dialog and feel alive and empowered. More than that, perhaps you'd like to be able to reshape the tone of the global conversation. This book teaches the leadership skills needed do just that. You'll learn to: 1. Be the Calm in the Storm2. How to Be the Voice of Reason. 3. Get ahead of the Storm. 4. Be Resourceful in Times of Crisis. 5. Be the Leader Your People Need6. Make Good Decisions Under Pressure. 7. Confront Attitudes of Fear. 8. Lead with a Vision of the Other Side of the Crisis. 9. Lead Your Community Right now, we're at a crossroads. Many will never fully recover from the stress they are accepting into their lives. But that's not you! You are an overcomer, an optimist, and an achiever! We don't deny that there is an enemy, but it doesn't cause us to shrink back and stop living either! This book will be like a breath of fresh air: a positive voice in the wilderness. Millions of others are fighting to rise above the negativity, and you'll be able to show them the way. This will not be the last crisis we see in our lifetimes, so let's learn How to Lead in Crisis now, and be the rock our communities desperately need.Thank you for coming along for the ride and for buying this book. I hope you'll share it. The world needs these reminders and truths now more than ever.

Download or read book From Crisis to Calm written by Nicole Christensen and published by . This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you overwhelmed and underprepared? Feeling confused or even guilty? Concerned that you could miss something? Don't have all the answers? Caregiving is a journey that can be both beautiful and frustrating (sometimes at the same time). The truth is it is devastating seeing someone you love sick, hurt or facing declining health. Care Coordination and patient advocacy is the guidance you need for the journey. Read and discover how to bring calm into your caregiving. Nicole Christensen, MS, BCPA is a professional Patient Advocate and CEO of Care Answered, a NY based healthcare coordination and patient advocacy organization specializing in health transitions for adults and their families. Her professional advocacy experience began in 1997 in Washington DC as an advocate for senior citizens. In her career even before launching Care Answered in 2014, she had the opportunity to develop and strengthen advocacy programs in Washington DC, NYC and Long Island. Nicole is the mother of 2 amazing boys and the youngest of 6 children. Caregiving and Advocacy is in her DNA. She began Care Answered because of her knowledge: It is often absolutely overwhelming and paralyzing when trying to access needed care for those you love. Care Answered was developed as a solution; advocating for one's best care and giving caregivers peace of mind.

Download or read book Steady Calm and Brave 25 Practices of Resilience and Wisdom in a Crisis written by Kimberly Brown and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-06 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steady, Calm, and Brave offers simple and accessible ways to help readers during a pandemic and beyond. With short, stand-alone readings designed to help you through difficult circumstances, it offers the tools, understanding, and encouragement necessary to meet the extraordinary challenges we face today. In this accessible and down-to-earth guide, meditation teacher Kimberly Brown shares honest and sometimes humorous stories from her life, family, and community to help us navigate difficulties-including social isolation, working from home, societal divisiveness, and worry for the future-with patience, clarity, and mindfulness. Incorporating practical techniques that provide on-the-spot support, Steady, Calm, and Brave will help you access and develop your calm, courageous, and loving heart to make skillful decisions and take compassionate actions for yourself and the world.

Download or read book The Comfort Crisis written by Michael Easter and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “If you’ve been looking for something different to level up your health, fitness, and personal growth, this is it.”—Melissa Urban, Whole30 CEO and New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Boundaries “Michael Easter’s genius is that he puts data around the edges of what we intuitively believe. His work has inspired many to change their lives for the better.”—Dr. Peter Attia, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Outlive Discover the evolutionary mind and body benefits of living at the edges of your comfort zone and reconnecting with the wild—from the author of Scarcity Brain, coming in September! In many ways, we’re more comfortable than ever before. But could our sheltered, temperature-controlled, overfed, underchallenged lives actually be the leading cause of many our most urgent physical and mental health issues? In this gripping investigation, award-winning journalist Michael Easter seeks out off-the-grid visionaries, disruptive genius researchers, and mind-body conditioning trailblazers who are unlocking the life-enhancing secrets of a counterintuitive solution: discomfort. Easter’s journey to understand our evolutionary need to be challenged takes him to meet the NBA’s top exercise scientist, who uses an ancient Japanese practice to build championship athletes; to the mystical country of Bhutan, where an Oxford economist and Buddhist leader are showing the world what death can teach us about happiness; to the outdoor lab of a young neuroscientist who’s found that nature tests our physical and mental endurance in ways that expand creativity while taming burnout and anxiety; to the remote Alaskan backcountry on a demanding thirty-three-day hunting expedition to experience the rewilding secrets of one of the last rugged places on Earth; and more. Along the way, Easter uncovers a blueprint for leveraging the power of discomfort that will dramatically improve our health and happiness, and perhaps even help us understand what it means to be human. The Comfort Crisis is a bold call to break out of your comfort zone and explore the wild within yourself.

Download or read book Communicating in Risk Crisis and High Stress Situations Evidence Based Strategies and Practice written by Vincent T. Covello and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-12-10 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: COMMUNICATING IN R!SK, CRISIS, AND HIGH STRESS SITUATIONS LEARN THE UNIFYING PRINCIPLES BEHIND RISK, CRISIS, AND HIGH STRESS COMMUNICATION WITH THIS STATE-OF-THE-ART REFERENCE WRITTEN BY A MAJOR LEADER IN THE FIELD Communicating in Risk, Crisis, and High Stress Situations: Evidence-Based Strategies and Practice is about communicating with people in the most challenging circumstances: high stress situations characterized by high risks and high stakes. The ability to communicate effectively in a high stress situation is an essential communication competency for managers, engineers, scientists, and professionals in every field who can be thrust into demanding situations complicated by stress. Whether you are confronting an external crisis, an internal emergency, or leading organizational change, this book was written for you. Communicating in Risk, Crisis, and High Stress Situations brings together in one resource proven scientific research with practical, hands-on guidance from a world leader in the field. The book covers such critical topics as trust, stakeholder engagement, misinformation, messaging, and audience perceptions in the context of stress. This book is uniquely readable, thorough, and useful, thanks to features that include: Evidence-based theories and concepts that underlie and guide practice Tools and guidelines for practical and effective planning and application Experience-based advice for facing challenges posed by mainstream and social media Provocative case studies that bring home the key principles and strategies Illuminating case diaries that use the author’s breadth and depth of experience to create extraordinary learning opportunities The book is a necessity for managers, engineers, scientists, and others who must communicate difficult technical concepts to a concerned public. It also belongs on the bookshelves of leaders and communicators in public and private sector organizations looking for a one-stop reference and evidence-based practical guide for communicating effectively in emotionally charged situations. Written by a highly successful academic, consultant, and trainer, the book is also designed as a resource for training and education.

Download or read book Brian Lenihan written by Brian Murphy and published by Merrion Press. This book was released on 2014-09-26 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian Lenihan was Minister for Finance at the time of the recent and dramatic political and economic crisis in Ireland, and was the lynchpin in the rescue package sought by the Irish Government. The recollections within this powerful new book throw light on Lenihan s political career from its earliest days to his untimely death in 2011. The perceptive and timely contributions arise from those who were directly involved with him at all stages, and include those of high-profile public figures and political insiders from all sides of the Irish political spectrum. From the international stage Christine Lagarde offers her memories of the man and the crises and challenges they faced together. Brian Lenihan s achievements and how he achieved them are documented and discussed, such as his work as Minister of State for Children, giving a rare insight into his persona and principles throughout his life and career. An unflinching public servant and adept political animal, Lenihan was hugely tested in the wake of Ireland s economic crisis, yet his paramount desire was to work in the best interests of his country. The legacy of that ambition is debated in this unique collection which highlights his skills as a lawyer, academic and politician as well as describing Brian Lenihan the man through those who knew him on a more personal level.

Download or read book 200 Ways to Calm Down written by Antoinette Parekh and published by . This book was released on 1913-06-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy-to-use guide for people experiencing anxiety or crisis. The book is broken into chapters that take up key ways to reduce stress and increase calm. Chapter titles include: Ways to Connect with Others Move Your Body, Managing Time, Reduce fearful Thinking, Breathing, Self-Expression, Ethical Choices, and Long Term Change. Each Chapter gives a brief rationale, followed by a list of suggestions for ways to calm anxiety. A more detailed exercise is also included with each chapter. Readers can use this book to create accessible lists of techniques to draw upon as needed. Techniques for both short term symptom relief, and long term sustained change are included.

Download or read book Code Calm on the Streets written by Michael J Asken Ph D and published by . This book was released on 2012-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Code Calm on the Streets provides the concepts and psychological skills for performance enhancement in medical emergencies for pre-hospital emergency personnel. It is clear that those who choose such a career already possess special character, and it is tested on a daily basis. Whether in routine care or emergency situations, each response provides the opportunity for touching and changing patient lives. Code Calm can help you do this with greater confidence and competence. Contents: Chapter 1 - Fit for Duty: Physical Conditioning and Mental Toughness Chapter 2 - Emotional Lights and Sirens: Arousal and Mental Toughness Chapter 3 - Mental Alarms: Stress, Fear and Mental Toughness Chapter 4 - Mental Diazepam: Arousal Control and Mental Toughness Chapter 5 - Mental Scans: Performance-Enhancing Imagery and Mental Toughness Chapter 6 - Mental Scopes: Concentration and Mental Toughness Chapter 7 - Mental Prescriptions: Self-Talk and Mental Toughness Chapter 8 - Mental Ablations: Negative Thought Stopping and Mental Toughness Chapter 9 - Mental Clinical Pathways: Affirmations, Attitude and Mental Toughness MICHAEL J. ASKEN, PH.D. Mike holds a B.A. degree in social & behavioral sciences from the Johns Hopkins University. He completed his doctoral degree in clinical psychology with a minor in medical psychology at West Virginia University and received his internship training at the East Orange (New Jersey) Veterans' Administration Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Division of Health Psychology and the Division of Exercise and Sport Psychology of the American Psychological Association. He was involved in training physicians, intensive care unit nurses, neonatal intensive care unit nurses, nurse anesthetists and enterostomal therapists for twenty-five years. He was the psychologist for the Family Practice Residency at Polyclinic Medical Center and continues as the psychologist for Internal Medicine Residency and Surgical Residency Programs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was an adjunct assistant professor of behavioral science at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center-Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He has been an invited reviewer for Pennsylvania Medicine, the Journal of the American Medical Association, the Western Journal of Medicine, the Sport Psychologist, and Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly. Dr. Asken has published articles in the American Journal of Psychiatry, the Journal of Surgical Research, Primary Care, Journal of Family Practice, Pennsylvania Medicine, Journal of Medical Education, Family Medicine, Physician Executive, Journal of the Association of Nurse Anesthetists, Journal of Practical Nursing, Professional Psychology, the International Journal of Sport Psychology and Rehabilitation Psychology, among others. While continuing to train residents and physicians, Dr. Asken is now the psychologist for the Pennsylvania State Police. He is on the editorial board of the The FireArms Instructor. He has written articles for PoliceOne.com., The Crisis Negotiator, The Tactical Edge, Calibre Press Street Survival Newsline, SWAT Digest, Law Officer, The Bulletin of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police, and the FireArms Instructor. He is an instructor for Top Gun undercover narcotics agent training. He has consulted with and/or provided training for the National Tactical Officers' Association, Eastern States Vice Investigators Association, the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors, the New England Crisis Negotiator's Association, the FBI, the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Agents, the United States Postal Inspection Service, Navy Special Warfare Group I, and the U.S. Army War College. e-mail: [email protected]