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Economic downturn, fears of recession and huge amounts of people out of work are causing serious problems. What can you do about it? And has it already affected you? I say, you can do much, and yes. It has already affected you. Coronavirus is still a thing. As a result, we are seeing real economic downturn in the U.S. and the World right now. It has already taken its toll on people out of work with those numbers looking like 40 million right now. Economists are saying we are already in the beginning of a recession. Have you been effected personally? If you haven’t, I bet you know someone who has. And this economic downturn is not finished. Fears of a full blown recession are rumbling. In this episode we talk about the cascading effects of this recession. What can you and others do? Do you have options available to you? Can you do anything before job loss hits you? Also, the Seattle City Council has taken away Police Officers less than lethal options during the protests. I did a video yesterday that you can watch by clicking here. Related to this is the defunding and threat of abolishing police departments. How can this effect other areas of life during the economic downturn and recession? How about the truck drivers threatening to not deliver to cities and towns that have defunded their police? We play the if this___ then___ game! It is a handy dandy practice that you can adopt. With all this going on, we end on a high note. We look at Mr. Hutchison, the Black Lives Matter(BLM) protester in London England. He say another man (white man opposing side) get hit and knocked down. Mr. Hutchison’s actions surely saved this mans life as well as diffused worse violence. An active shooter was also avoided. Sargent Major Royer did what he says anyone would have done. He saw a man shooting other people. Sargent Major Royer hit him with his truck! Listen in for this story and all the rest! We want you to survive. I hope you learn something from this. Thank you for listening! The post Economic Downturn, Recession, Job Loss and You appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Manipulation  really  does  suck… For you, for me, and right now for us all. As a nation, we are being divided and controlled by politics and the media. I really do not care which side of the spectrum you are on, this is true. Honestly, this should just piss you off. In this episode: Does being manipulated make you mad? What are you being led to think? What is really going on around you? Are there question you should ask yourself? What can you do? Get away from the noise, and learn to disconnect from the manipulation. Find out where the noise is coming from, what is the primary agenda behind it? What are the possibilities that you could see coming? Please let us know what you think. Send us a note at info@fcssecurityanddefense.com Check out our linked in profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickseigmund/ Please like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/FullCircleSystems/ And, give our YouTube a like by clicking here.         The post Manipulation Sucks (for you) appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Welcome back, Yes, I know we’ve been gone a really long time… A year and a half I believe. Apologies, but, life happens. Let’s consider this a brand new beginning for this podcast. So, jumping right in! As the title says, welcome to this crazy world! Wow, how things have changed in three months, huh? Perplexing and worrisome to many people, including you most likely. Which brings us to the topic of conversation today. You. You, and how you might choose to deal with this crazy world we see ourselves in. We are going to talk about Mindset. What mindset is, what it is to you, and how you figure out what your mindset can be. It is a lot to think about.. (pun intended). So, welcome back, and thanks for being here. Let me know what you think and how things have affected you. Is there something you are facing that you just never thought of before? Real challenges that you are unsure how to face or deal with? Let me know in the comments, or shoot me an email at rick@fcssecurityanddefense.com. The post Welcome to this Crazy World! appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

 Movement Equals Life This episode is probably not for you. But it could be. So, who is it for then? For the person, the man or woman who has sat on the sidelines, for too long. For the one who feels in their bones that life has more to offer than you have experienced so far. The one who doesn’t want regret to creep up on you like a thief at the end of your life, pointy that hard, cold finger and asking you why? Why didn’t you do more? Why weren’t you ready for what life gave you? Why did you let yourself and others down? Is that you? If so, listen on.. First, a question, what do you want? What do people want?   According to HuffPo Happiness Money Freedom Peace Joy Fulfillment Balance Confidence Stability Passion   Most people expect good things to happen And rightly so, no one expects or looks forward to hardship or discomfort So, why are the things on the list above seemingly unachievable for most people? And, since they are seemingly unachievable, what does this do to you as a person? To your outlook and mindset? Here is the difficulty. Life happens. A certain level of discomfort is necessary to be able to handle certain issues that life throws us. Whether we like it or not. You can stumble and fall. Get in an argument. Lose your keys. Break a nail. Get a cold. Forget your lunch. Rip your pants. Be lied about. Have something of yours taken or stolen. Spill a drink. Get in a car wreck. Need to take a test. Get a ticket. Dog ate your homework. Experience the death of someone you are close to. Need someone to believe you. Get sick. Run out of money Get a migraine. Lose a friendship. Have to weather a storm (real or proverbial) May have to run for your life. Could be faced with defending someone. Be in a real no win situation. As you can already tell, this list could go on forever. In no way is it exhaustive. Some of these things are common. Some are not as common. The thing that ties them all together is that all are possible. So, looking at these things, some of these you are ready for dealing with immediately. Some of these would require some action to be taken. Some of these possibilities are things most people don’t even like to think about, much less consider being ready for. As always, we don’t want anyone to live in fear. Ever. With that said, pretending that things will never go wrong, or never happen to you is deception. Deception is the greatest of evils Self deception is the worst of its kind. Here is an example.. My wife competed in her first triathlon this summer. I was hanging out with a couple firefighters working the event that I knew. During the event, a competitor had a stroke during the swim portion of the race, first responders got to the individual very quickly and provided treatment. The racer made it. When I asked my friend what happened, I was pretty impressed when he told me that the competitor recovered well. Seeing my surprise, he made a profound statement. He said- It is always easier for an athlete to recover from a coronary event than someone who sits on their couch all day. We all have to MOVE. If we aren’t moving, we are dying Realization Confirmation – Movement equals Life Profound topic because it affects how we look at everything in life. Understanding that movement equals life is simple, though not easy People like easy. I get it, people enjoy comfort, it is most people’s “zone”. The safe and happy place. I guess I am going to call out the reality. Being in your comfort zone can get you killed. AT the very least, it can get you really hurt. Physically, mentally, financially or otherwise. Remember the list above? It defines a life of regret. Because of complacency, and even apathy. Too much comfort is dangerous. Being ready, making a plan, thinking about things, is like buying insurance. You don’t leave your home planning to get in a wreck in your car, but you have insurance “just in case”. Todd’s Story. Look in the mirror. Ask the question. We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post Movement Equals Life appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Kelly Herron, Survivor and Warrior Woman Kelly Herron was attacked by Gary Steiner on March 5, 2017. Kelly was on a training run and entered a restroom in a park. Steiner intended to rape and hurt Kelly. Kelly fought, screamed “Not Today Mother Fucker!” at her attacker and she survived. We are glad tp have Kelly back on this show to tell us about her journey through this past year and about her experience of seeing her assailant locked up behind bars. If you didn’t get to listen to Kelly’s first interview on When Everything Goes Wrong, you can listen by clicking here. It is par three in our series on Predation, and a very powerful story of survival and perseverance. Todays interview is a year removed from that event. We have had the privilege of staying in touch with Kelly during that time. She has had quite the personal journey, filled with triumphs, struggles, ups and downs. Through it all, Kelly has shown the same tenacity and fight that she showed the day of her attack. Not Today Mother Fucker! Kelly joins us fresh from her court date where she was a witness against her attacker and had a direct hand in putting him behind bars. We get to catch up with her about what she has had to deal with since the attack. Physical and emotional struggles and healing Finding her place in her life Her message to other women who have been victims of attack Warrior/survivor mindset What she is looking to do going forward Kelly is the best example we can think of when surviving a potentially terrible situation comes to mind. This is why we were happy to have her back on this show for a follow up interview. Listen in to hear her story in her own words. Also, How to find Kelly As promised, here are the links to the different places to connect with Kelly: Here are my links: website: www.NotTodayMF.com Facebook @NTMFofficial Instagram: run_kiwi_run twitter: run_kiwi_run Not Today podcast: stay tuned!  We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post One Year Later – Survivor and Warrior Woman appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

The Pain of Predation Is Too Much For Us This series has not been easy. Or really even that fun. No one like to think about the subject and victims. Neither do I. That said, one of my biggest takeaways is that this is possibly the most untold story that exists. Regularly brushed under the table. While I suppose I understand the reasons why, it is a real failure on our part as a whole. The consequences that the victims carry and pass on are laid at our collective feet. What do I mean? Just this, one is too many. I am a dad, so I carry a very specific burden of perspective on these types of crimes. Even the terminology gets under my skin. Tragedy – crime – whatever we choose to describe this is not sufficient. It does not hurt us enough. At least not enough to spurn us to unified action, does it? I was all ready to record this with a few more recent news stories, but this turned in to the most important part of the conversation. What can we really take away from this series? It is not about what we learn, but what we decide to do. Are You Responsible for this Pain of Predation That is the crux of this conversation. These stories and interviews show us the all too regular commonalities that take place. Summing it up in one word? Deception. Secretive manipulation. Control and fear. They all are summed up in the deception. If the entire goal is to get away with these heinous and evil deeds, who is it against? The victims is the obvious answer, but what about you and I? Do you enjoy the notion of being lied to, manipulated, controlled, deceived? I know that I don’t. Ok, some push back, right? I can hear it know. But, I didn’t know them! Wait, they weren’t my kids.. It was just a stranger. Even me saying it, these sound weaker by the second, right? If not, let’s assume a little bit of self preservation thick headedness… These are people, not matter what. Just like the ones in your life who are important to you. Even the strangers deserve a life unmolested. They deserve better. If it were someone that I know, I surely hope that I could pay enough attention to the signs and situation to prevent or stop it. And if it were a stranger, like you or someone that is important to you, same thing. Right? Preventing this Pain of Predation What do do then? Before you think I am on this high horse and arrogantly thinking that all can be saved, please don’t. I know better. That is the power of deception. No one of us is immune to it. Not you or me. No one. Some of these individuals have perfected their craft to the point that they are the perfect appearance of whatever they want the world to see them as. What to do then, chain the doors and bar the windows? That goes against everything this show is about, and you know it. We never want anyone to live in fear or allow fear to control their life. Not even you. Decide. Decide to do something, if at all you can. Look, pay attention, allow your mind to go to the places that you would rather not think about. Consider that those dark things could exist. Look for them. Watch behavior. Ask questions when you can. Become an advocate for those who need it most. Also, count the cost. It is no small thing to put yourself out for another human being. Whether it is a loved one, or not, there can be consequences. You could become a target yourself. Possibly you could be involved legally, or with a child’s school or family. Social blowback is a real risk. At the end of the day though, you can save a life. We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post Pain of Predation Thoughts and Wrap Up appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Dr. Anna Salter received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Public Practice from Harvard University and obtained a Masters Degree in Child Study from Tufts. She was a Teaching Fellow at both Universities. She is an accomplished author, lecturer and consultant. keynoted conferences on sexual abuse testifies as an expert witness in sexual abuse civil and criminal cases. evaluates sex offenders for civil commitment proceedings and other purposes. She is the author of the Predators, Pedophiles, rapists & other sex offenders that is the inspiration for this series on predation. We are honored for this opportunity to interview you Dr. Salter! This is the last interview in our series on predation. We saved the best for last. Dr. Anna Salter is the expert of experts on this very important topic. Dr. Anna Salter tells us how far reaching the sexual predation problem is in our culture and society. Predators and deception: This is possibly the most important part of this issue. We must all understand what the practices are and what we should be doing to look for them. how we can protect out loved ones and others your thoughts on the Hollywood predation exposure that is currently taling place publically Anna Salter on her personal account of a possible predation experience on her  own family. Finally, leaving those listening with a sense of hope. What you can do to possibly prevent predation. Also understanding that there is help for victims. Dr. Salter, we thank you so much!! It was an honor to do this interview with you! We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post An Interview With Anna Salter Ph. D. appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

The Problem of Human Trafficking and Slavery Human trafficking and slavery are not a problem of history. They are a modern day epidemic. Men, women and children are targets every day allover the world, even in your community, no matter where you live. This is your problem as well as mine. This is the fourth installment of our Predation Series.Although most people listening to this have a historical understanding or slavery, most don’t realize its current state. In this episode we meet Elizabeth K. Elizabeth is an RN who dedicates her free time to educating herself and others on the epidemic of human trafficking and slavery. This interview takes us through an astonishing and subversive world of abuse and violence that leads to control, manipulation and slavery. Elizabeth shares her story to help others become educated and empowered. Human Trafficking and Slavery: In the Shadows First of all speaking with Elizabeth, she tells us of a conference she attended. The Second Annual Symposium Presented by the San Diego Commission on the Status of Women and Girls: Combating Domestic Violence, Homelessness, and Human Trafficking. As a result, the conference lit her passion to help those trapped in this destructive world. As a healthcare provider she was shocked to realize that possibly 50% or more of these victims encounter a health care worker at some point. Since the probability of encounter is high in health care, Elizabeth is taking action to help educate her peers. The process with human trafficking and slavery is all too familiar. Physical abuse which leads to Homelessness as the victim desires escape Bad choices of drugs and environment to transition to a better direction Control and deception by predators actively looking for someone is this predicament Manipulation and enslavement once they are under their control Not in My Neighborhood, Right? While many will shake their heads at the tragedy of these situation, too many think it can’t happen to anyone they know. If this is you, you are wrong. These situations cross all income and demographic boundaries. Human trafficking and slavery have no favorites or boundaries. Abuse, control and runaways happen where you live. Also, technology, social media and the internet make this kind of control easier. So then, what can we do? Stay alert. Pay attention to the people in your life. Even the “adults” that may be out of the home already. How does this or that person sound? Has something changed in their demeanor? Will a normally open person change and become quiet? Has hiding things and whispering become a norm? Don’t simply brush off these signs. Talk to them. Find out what is really going on. Let them know that there is help. Most of all, know that there are resources. Many agencies exist that deal with these situations. We have included some important links for you here. Available Resources www.FightHumanTraffickingSD.com www.freedomfromexploitation.vpweb.com (the founder of this movement is a co-founder of The Survivor Leader Network of San Diego) www.thehopeprojectsd.com (this is a reference for boys/men who have been trafficked) https://www.acf.hhs.gov/otip/partnerships/look-beneath-the-surface http://www.a21.org (Christine Caine) We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post Predation Series Part 4: Human Trafficking and Slavery appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

It finally happened. A terrorist attack using a vehicle to injure and kill people happened here in the United States. This Manhattan terrorist vehicle attack is the first of its kind here. I hate being right about these kinds of things. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected by this evil event. If you want to read the latest news analysis of this event please click here now. I just watched the NYPD Briefing from yesterday afternoon 2 hours after the event. NYPD dealt swiftly with this incident, and CONTINUED business as usual for the Halloween Parade. They emphasized heightened security, heavy weapons teams and resources to guard the parade. Let’s be very clear. This is a warning to anyone who is thinking to exploit a situation. The reporters asked the Commissioner many questions. As expected, these questions were handled quickly with most being too soon to answer or know. The most important part of this message came at the end. The NYPD told New York to continue business as usual. New Yorkers will not be deterred is the clear message. As a result, we agree completely. Our Analysis and Feedback Terrorism is a constant danger in the world. Like I already said, I do not enjoy being right about these types of things. We have already covered other vehicle attacks on this show. If you want the latest information on the individual and circumstances surrounding this, feel free to turn on the news. Covering those aspects is not what this show is about. We may look at it later for a case study of terrorism, just not today. So then, what are we going to look at with this? Probably what you are thinking about anyway. How could you deal with a situation like this. How to Prepare for an Event like the Manhattan Vehicle Terrorist Attack What could and should you think about and prepare yourself for? This type of terrorist attack will happen again. Do not let the terrorists win. Go about your business as usually, just more aware and ready. Be aware and ready. Have honest discussions with your family, friends and coworkers. Don’t be sheeple. We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post Manhattan Terrorist Vehicle Attack appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Interview With The Survivor Survivor. It is only one way to describe her. It is our absolute honor to include this interview with this survivor. This is part three in our series on predation. This interview with Kelly Herron will show the reality that a violent attack puts a person in. Let me be very clear. Kelly Herron is not lucky. She is a survivor and a fighter. Luck is when you look down and see a quarter on the ground. If not lucky, what then? She is a woman who has taken responsibility for her awareness and preparation. On Sunday March 5th, Kelly Herron was on a training run for an upcoming marathon. This was a Sunday afternoon, around 1 PM. A typical day in the park. Around mile four she stopped in a public restroom to use it and then wash her hands. When she turned around, she was face to face with convicted sex offender Gary Steiner. Steiner, 40, is classified by the Clark County Sheriff’s office as a Transient Level III Sex Offender, or the level most likely to reoffend Steiner immediately shoved Kelly to the ground and got behind her. The fight for her life was on. From Momentary Confusion to Not Today Mother Fucker! As you listen to this interview, Kelly’s fight will hit you hard. The reality of it and the incredible reaction to her situation. I do not need to rehash all of the details here in print. Her personal account is one of the most powerful stories that you will hear. Some of the things we cover in this interview: The absolute importance of awareness and being prepared Training what you know make a huge difference Your mindset goes a long way in keeping you alive Never give up Continuing the journey What does the future look like today I hope you enjoy this interview at least half as much as I enjoyed interviewing Kelly! Please let us know what you think ofd this episode by leaving us a review on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher Radio or wherever you listen to this podcast. Also, please follow and connect with Kelly here: Her official Facebook Page This is her GoFundMe account for supporting her Marathon Please support Kelly and let her know that you listened to her interview here! And, you can listen to the beginning of this important series on predation by clicking here. Also, to hear the original episode where we tell Kelly’s story, please listen here. We are Full Circle Systems Security & Defense If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by clicking here. Also, you can call us toll free at 1-877-474-6050. Don’t let another day go by without a good plan in place and trained people. We are here to serve you. The post Predation Series Part Three: Interview With a Survivor appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Barbie VS Walking Dead In this latest episode in the predation series we hit it hard. I interview DJ Phalen. We discuss the importance of putting out real information and not sugar coating things. Far too often we see people avoiding or glossing over difficult topics and situations. This does such a great disservice to [...] The post Predation Series – Part 2: Barbie VS Walking Dead appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Sexual Predators and Pediphiles We begin or series on Sexual Predators and Pediphiles today. This series has been in the works for some time now. We switch gears from focusing on physical danger to a much more intimate and even dangerous kind. Sexual violence and long lasting mental trauma of children. We are going to [...] The post Sexual Predators and Pediphiles: Protecting Our Children Part 1 appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

 The Reality of Freedom Freedom. Let's define terms. Freedom is the ability to move or respond as well as the capacity to not only understand what options are available but to also act on them if needed. I like this definition because I came up with it It works across almost all rationales for the [...] The post Freedom and You appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

The Manchester Bombing, Terrorism and You First let us define terms. terrorism [ter-uh-riz-uh m] See more synonyms on Thesaurus.com noun1.  the use of violence and threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes. 2. the state of fear and submission produced by terrorism or terrorization. 3. a terroristic method of governing or of resisting a government. Here is [...] The post The Latest on the Manchester Bombing  appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

North Park Elementary Shooting It is a parents worst nightmare. The North Park Elementary shooting is the latest shooting to cause parents hearts to come out of their chest. Here is what we know. An individual (male I believe) entered the elementary school and checked in with the front desk before going to the targeted [...] The post North Park Elementary Shooting appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

US Strikes Syria and Other News There is an ancient Chinese curse that goes like this. "May you live in interesting times". I'll just let you work that out. We have several different news events that have happened in the last 48 hours as we discuss the US Strikes Syria and Other News. The Syrian Air [...] The post US Strikes Syria and Other News appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

The London Terror Attack The man behind the London terror attack rampage that left at least five people dead, including a police officer, outside of London’s Parliament building was identified as Khalid Masood.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those who suffered loss. Source: London terror attack: Killer identified as 52-year-old Khalid Masood [...] The post The London Terror Attack appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

End of the week News Wrap Up The search for a missing 15-year-old Tennessee girl believed to be with a teacher has “gone fairly cold,” Fox 17 Nashville reports. Our end of the week news wrap up begins with a child abduction in Tennessee. Source: Second Amber Alert for Tennessee teen who disappeared with her [...] The post End of the week News Wrap Up appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

Runner Fights Off Attacker Four miles into a planned 10-mile run in Seattle’s Golden Gardens park on Sunday, 36-year-old Kelly Herron stopped for what she thought would be a quick bathroom break. Source: A jogger's fitness tracker documented her brutal attack on a run | Fox News Runner fights off attacker is an understatement.  Kelly Herron [...] The post Runner Fights Off Attacker  appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.

The Kootenai Health Shooting and Domestic Violence Former jail employee: System needs to do better job protecting women in domestic violence situations On Wednesday March 9, 2017 everything went wrong for nursing student Kelly Pease. Her former boyfriend, Steven Denson violated a restraining order, found Ms. Pease in her car at work and killed her. [...] The post Kootenai Health Shooting appeared first on Full Circle Systems Security & Defense.