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• Home Safety Audit, with Adam Mitchell

  Welcome to this week's Safety Check—this time, we're focusing on Home Safety. As we kick off our new community, one of our first steps is to establish your training area—a Dojo. But before you set up your Dojo, I challenge you to teach your kids how to conduct a Basic Home Safety Check. Encourage them to identify potential hazards and take responsibility for addressing and resolving these issues. I've prepared detailed guidelines on this topic, along with age-specific exercises for you to try with your children this weekend. I look forward to hearing about your results. Let's go .. Home Safety Check So, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 9 million children visit the emergency room each year for unintentional injuries, many of which occur inside the home. Common hazards include unlocked cabinets with chemicals, overloaded electrical outlets, and improperly secured furniture that could tip over. By identifying these risks and teaching kids mindful habits early on, families can significantly reduce avoidable accidents. Learning to spot hazards and use safety equipment—like smoke detectors and CO alarms—fosters a safer household environment. Children who understand the dangers in each room tend to be more aware and less likely to engage in risky behaviors. Engaging children in home safety routines helps them develop responsibility, improves reaction times in emergencies, and gives them practical knowledge they can carry into adulthood. To get the lessons, please hop over to the Close Quarter Dad community. Please consider supporting our work and joining us in the community, or giving this episode a like and subscribing. Every bit helps.

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• How I Survived The Killing Fields, with Sara Im

  This episode is incredibly special, and is specifically for Dads who are struggling with children who feel they can't go on. You are not alone. One of the things most people don't know about us Dads, is the powerlessness and utter fear we live in when we can't guide our children (especially our teen daughters), in those moments they feel 'all is lost' ... when their biggest fear is, facing tomorrow. Most Dads shrug their shoulders, say 'toughen up' or some similar blanket response - which really means: 'I'm very scared and I don't know what to say-or-do to help you' We have the best and most loving intentions, but most of us don't usually get this one right. We often are really clumsy here and feel like a bull in a china shop, with everything on the line. It's scary as hell and very few of us will admit that. But it is. So I had a goal for this week's Close Quarter Dad episode; to find someone who could share a message to help us Dads, to help our children who are living in fear ... and I found Sara. As a young lady, Sara was part of the rounding up of Cambodians by the Khmer Rouge, among 2 million who were butchered, she was put into a forced labor camp for 4 years ... her story of escaping the death camp, starvation, darkness, survival and willingness to push forward is beyond words. How could she go on? Well ... she will tell you. Then she will speak to us bulls and tell us exactly what to do. Yes, you will have the mic dropped on your soul in this one, and will be a better father (or mother, or human) just for listening to her voice and message. CONNECT WITH SARA IM: Website: https://www.saraim.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraImSpeakerAuthor Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Close Quarter Dad podcast. Please support us by subscribing and sharing. And if you'd like to learn more about the work we do, please check out how you can join us. JOIN US: https://closequarterdad.com/join

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• How to use Fear as your Child's Teacher, with Mark Booher

  Too often we will apply fear as a scare tactic to get our children to either do or avoid something, rather than using it as a valuable tool to learn and become more resilient. In today's episode of Close Quarter Dad, I sit down with Mark Booher, a former infantryman, intelligence professional, counter-terrorism specialist and and licensed attorney ... and he's a Dad. Mark has conducted intelligence and security operations around the world and understands threat, assessment and response to fear. He's a trainer, leader and host of the Pearl Snap Tactical Podcast. Our conversation delves into the nuanced distinctions between fear, terror, bravery, and courage in the realm of parenting, shedding light on the importance of comprehending fear. KEY TAKE AWAYS: Understanding Fear: Mark discusses strategies for identifying and overcoming fear, emphasizing the significance of exposure to discomfort in the journey towards courage. Power of Purpose: We underscore the role of purpose in conquering fears, managing anticipation, and fostering self-empowerment in children. Serious Topics Addressed: Serious issues like sexual abuse, bullying, and the necessity of physical activities to cultivate confidence are brought to the forefront. Modern Parenting Practices: The conversation questions contemporary parenting practices that prioritize screen time over physical engagement, advocating for real-life experiences over online identities. Personal Growth: Mark spotlights personal growth, finding purpose, ancestral respect, and safety, offering insights into online courses on situational awareness and pistol tactics. You will be encouraged to explore the transformative nature of courage and how it realities to your children, regardless of how old they are; the importance of instilling values, and the benefits of engaging in physical activities for holistic development. Mark’s expertise offers a unique perspective on navigating fears, building resilience, and shaping a well-rounded approach to parenting. CONNECT WITH MARK BOOHER Barritus Defense Email: [email protected] IG: @thebarritus FB: @TheBarritus ABOUT MARK BOOHER Mark is a former infantryman, intelligence professional, and licensed attorney who has conducted intelligence and security operations around the world. He has trained units from the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice, the Fortune 500, and police officers from over 60 departments from around the country. He is a contributor to the Counter Terrorist Magazine and the host of the Pearl Snap Tactical Podcast.

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• Protecting Your Child From Sexual Abuse, with Joelle Casteix

  In this episode, I speak with a leading global expert on the topic of sexual abuse. Celebrated author and TEDx speaker, Joelle Casteix is changing the current cultural perspective on sexual abuse, and bringing light to the urgent need of conversations with children about sexual abuse and victimization. There are some mind-blowing concepts she shares, that are so simple and hidden in plain sight; making this a must listen for all Dads. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Equipping Dads with the info and building courage needed to speak about sexual abuse. The importance of Dads teaching children personal protection. Use of proper biological terms for body parts and teaching children about boundaries and consent. Age-appropriate discussions, the ick factor, stranger danger, and peer-to-peer sexual abuse. Child protection and abuse prevention. Teaching children about body boundaries, consent, and the difference between tattling and reporting. Online pornography and today's impact on your children. The connection between pornography and child sexual abuse. How to create a safe environment for their children to report abuse and seek help. Peer-to-peer abuse in schools and the importance of holding schools accountable for protecting students. Age of consent laws and the need for legislative reform. This episode is literally a workshop for men, on how to speak to their kids about a topic often reflected to the school systems - or worse - ignored. And considering the statistics are 1 in 6 listeners of this episode will have a child who will be targeted as a victim; are you willing to bet on those odds? CONNECT WITH JOELLE CASTEIX & SUPPORT HER WORK: Website: https://www.casteix.com/ The Worthy Adversary Her Book: The Well-Armored Child Her other books Joelle's TEDx Talk ABOUT JOELLE CASTEIX Joelle Casteix is a journalist and a leading global expert, author, and keynote speaker for survivors of child sexual assault and institutional cover-up. START TRAINING YOUR KIDS NOW Here’s a complimentary lesson I made for channel listeners on the 3 Discussions you must have with your kids about safety and survival. It’s only ten minutes long, but could be a life saving 10 minutes of your time spent. CloseQuarterDad.com/3Discussions CONNECT AND LEARN MORE WEBSITE: https://closequarterdad.com INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/closequarterdad FACEBOOK: https://Facebook.com/closequarterdad What can you do to support this channel? Subscribe, every new listener counts to us Engage, we are a community who supports each other Leave a review, let us know what you think Share, know others who may get some value - then share our channel

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• Prepare You Kids For Conflict, with Mike Hammond

  Episode 56: Level up how you communicate with your children about conflict situationsIn this episode, we go deep in an insightful conversation with the experienced Mike Hammond, a retired Chicago homicide detective, to explore the crucial topic of helping children navigate the aftermath of conflicts or traumatic events. Key highlights from the episode include: Mike Hammond's emphasis on the importance of articulating reasons for using force in self-defense and teaching kids to articulate their actions to keep them out of trouble and avoid litigation. Insights on the importance of teaching children safety and survival skills. Discussions on the impact of acknowledging fear and trusting one's intuition in children, and the importance of teaching them self-defense and survival instincts. Personal experiences shared by Mike Hammond and the challenges of dealing with violence while striking a balance between protective instincts and allowing children to have a normal childhood Our conversation centers on the importance of training children on how to communicate after a conflict has occurred, including speaking with school teachers, principals, and law enforcement. In addition, Mike offers practical advice on helping children effectively communicate their position and navigate fear, all while building self-confidence and resilience. Check out Mike's Podcast, Detective Story with Mike Hammond Instagram: @detectivestorymikehammond Facebook: Detective Story Podcast w/Mike Hammond About Mike Hammond: Mike is a retired Homicide Detective with the Chicago Police Department, A member of the Chicago Police Department for 22 years he was promoted to detective in 2000 where he served in Area Four Homicide Unit, Cold Case Homicide Unit and Area North Homicide until his retirement in 2016. He is a recipient of the Chicago Police Department Superintendents Award of Valor. Currently the host of Detective Story with Mike Hammond podcast which has a focus on victims and their families and discussions of actual cases and investigations. START TRAINING YOUR KIDS NOW Here’s a complimentary lesson I made for channel listeners on the 3 Discussions you must have with your kids about safety and survival. It’s only ten minutes long, but could be a life saving 10 minutes of your time spent. CloseQuarterDad.com/3Discussions CONNECT AND LEARN MORE WEBSITE: https://closequarterdad.com INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/closequarterdad FACEBOOK: https://Facebook.com/closequarterdad What can you do to support this channel? Subscribe, every new listener counts to us Engage, we are a community who supports each other Leave a review, let us know what you think Share, know others who may get some value - then share our channel

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