From Panic to Prepared: Building a Survival Mindset Before Disaster Strikes
Emergencies don’t give us warning. Whether it’s a natural disaster, an active assailant situation, or a sudden medical crisis, the difference between panic and effective action often comes down to mindset. Over my years in law enforcement and SWAT operations, I’ve seen time and again that the people who handle emergencies best aren’t necessarily the […]
Beyond the Badge: What Police SWAT Training Can Teach Communities About Resilience
When people think of SWAT teams, they often imagine tactical gear, high-powered weapons, and rapid-response operations. It’s true—we train hard to respond to the most dangerous situations in our communities. But what I’ve learned over my years in law enforcement is that SWAT training isn’t just about tactics or weapons—it’s about mindset, teamwork, and resilience. […]
Mindset Over Muscle: Why Mental Preparedness Is the Most Overlooked Element of Emergency Response
By Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth When most people think about emergency response, they imagine physical strength, tactical skills, and quick reflexes. That’s understandable—after all, many emergency situations demand action under pressure, sometimes involving physical confrontation or rapid movement. But in all my years as a SWAT Commander and now as a trainer with Critical Training Solution […]
From SWAT to the Classroom: What Elite Police Training Can Teach Civilians About Survival
By Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth When people hear “SWAT,” they think of heavily armed officers, high-risk raids, and dangerous situations. And while that’s accurate, what most don’t realize is how much of what we train for in SWAT can—and should—be shared with civilians. In fact, the same tactics, mindset, and preparation that protect law enforcement officers […]
From Nightclubs to Campuses: Customizing Safety Training for Any Environment By Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth (Ret.), Owner of Critical Training Solution LLC
One Size Doesn’t Fit All When It Comes to Safety When I retired from law enforcement and founded Critical Training Solution LLC, one of the first things I noticed was how many training programs were trying to apply the same material across totally different environments. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that […]
Mindset Before Mayhem: Preparing Civilians and First Responders for Real-World Threats By Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth (Ret.), Owner of Critical Training Solution LLC
What Happens Before the Threat Matters Most In my years as a Navy Seabee, a SWAT Commander, and now the owner of a national training company, one lesson stands above the rest: when chaos breaks out, your mindset is either your greatest asset—or your biggest liability. Most people think survival comes down to gear, tactics, […]