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2026 Manifesto for E3 Personal Defense /ˈdānj(ə)rəs/ adjective able or likely to cause harm or injury. We believe in life. We believe in preservation. And we believe that protecting what matters requires more than hope. To be dangerous is not to be violent. It is to be capable. A dangerous person is not reckless. They are trained, aware, disciplined, and intentional. Violence exists whether we acknowledge it or not. Evil does not need permission, and threats do not wait for c

Joy Allen
Jan 82 min read


Winning the Fight Before It Starts: The "Soft Skills" of Self-Defense
When we say the words "self-defense," most people immediately picture physical combat. They imagine blocking a punch, escaping a grab, or neutralizing a threat on the ground. While those physical skills are vital backup plans, they are exactly that: backup plans. The most effective self-defense actually happens long before anyone throws a punch. Here's the truth: the best fight is the one you never have to fight. This brings us to the "soft skills" of personal safety. These a

Joy Allen
Nov 29, 20253 min read


Appetizers vs. The Full Meal: Why Your Gun Club Isn't a Substitute for Formal Firearms Training
This post is for the ladies, particularly those interested in gun club membership. We are thrilled that you’re here at the E3 Personal Defense website. We know that many of you are already taking incredible steps toward self-defense and empowerment, and a big part of that journey often involves joining a community of like-minded women. We see this dedication every day through amazing organizations like InHER Piece Ladies' Shooting Club , The Well Armed Woman/Armed Women of A

Joy Allen
Oct 21, 20253 min read


Beyond the Bang: True Self-Protection Starts Within
As advocates for self-defense, members of the Second Amendment community often focus on the tangible: firearms, training, tactics, and...

Joy Allen
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Do It Scared! Let's Talk About Confidence
Let's talk about confidence, or the lack thereof. By far, my biggest personal challenge has been just that - a lack of confidence when it...

Joy Allen
May 28, 20254 min read
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