Part 1 of a 3-Part Series from M.C. Kimball and Associates, Inc. about The Brain Under Fire - Why we Freeze - How the Brain Processes Danger - and How Awareness and Emotional Intelligence influence our response. The First Five Minutes are a race between danger and decision-making. The human brain is remarkably capable of responding to danger, but it is not immune to confusion, fear, or hesitation. Preparation gives us a better opportunity to recognize those responses and wo

Violent Intruders: Readiness Must Extend Beyond Active Shooter Readiness Thought Leadership by Michael C. Kimball of M.C. Kimball and Associates, Inc. Most people think of someone with a gun when they hear “active shooter.” But the real threat is wider. A violent intruder can use any weapon at hand to harm others. Recent events show that schools, workplaces, entertainment venues, and public spaces need to be ready for attacks involving knives, blunt trauma instruments like