Originally Posted by
Syme
You shouldn't let the gun to make you forget the basics of avoiding danger. That's one of the first things a good CCW instructor will teach you: DO NOT let yourself think that since you're armed, you don't have to worry as much about staying safe because you can always use your gun to get out of a dangerous situation. You should view the gun as a last resort to be used if you somehow get into a dangerous situation despite doing your best to avoid them. I'm not trying to tell you your business, but if you are less alert and less non-confrontational when you have a gun, you need to make an effort to stop letting the gun lull you into that sense of security.