Close Quarter Dad

About Close Quarter Dad

The Close Quarter Dad podcast is a discussion among men about teaching our kids to live safe, confident and resilient lives. Topics are focussed on topics of personal protection, family safety, loss prevention and last resort survival.

Publisher

Adam Mitchell

Category

education · kids & family · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Sept 2021

Latest episode

1 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Feb 2025

   Home Safety Audit, with Adam Mitchell

   Welcome to this week's Safety Check—this time, we're focusing on Home Safety. As we kick off our new community (https://www.skool.com/close-quarter-dad-1355), one of our first steps is to establish your training area—a Dojo. But before you set up your Dojo, I challenge you to teach your kids how to conduct a Basic Home Safety Check. Encourage them to identify potential hazards and take responsibility for addressing and resolving these issues. I've prepared detailed guidelines on this topic, along with age-specific exercises for you to try with your children this weekend. I look forward to hearing about your results. Let's go .. Home Safety Check So, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 9 million children visit the emergency room each year for unintentional injuries, many of which occur inside the home. Common hazards include unlocked cabinets with chemicals, overloaded electrical outlets, and improperly secured furniture that could tip over. By identifying these risks and teaching kids mindful habits early on, families can significantly reduce avoidable accidents. Learning to spot hazards and use safety equipment—like smoke detectors and CO alarms—fosters a safer household environment. Children who understand the dangers in each room tend to be more aware and less likely to engage in risky behaviors. Engaging children in home safety routines helps them develop responsibility, improves reaction times in emergencies, and gives them practical knowledge they can carry into adulthood. To get the lessons, please hop over to the Close Quarter Dad community (https://www.skool.com/close-quarter-dad-1355). Please consider supporting our work and joining us in the community, or giving this episode a like and subscribing. Every bit helps.

2. 

   28 May 2024

   How I Survived The Killing Fields, with Sara Im

   This episode is incredibly special, and is specifically for Dads who are struggling with children who feel they can't go on. You are not alone. One of the things most people don't know about us Dads, is the powerlessness and utter fear we live in when we can't guide our children (especially our teen daughters), in those moments they feel 'all is lost' ... when their biggest fear is, facing tomorrow. Most Dads shrug their shoulders, say 'toughen up' or some similar blanket response - which really means: 'I'm very scared and I don't know what to say-or-do to help you' We have the best and most loving intentions, but most of us don't usually get this one right. We often are really clumsy here and feel like a bull in a china shop, with everything on the line. It's scary as hell and very few of us will admit that. But it is. So I had a goal for this week's Close Quarter Dad episode; to find someone who could share a message to help us Dads, to help our children who are living in fear ... and I found Sara. As a young lady, Sara was part of the rounding up of Cambodians by the Khmer Rouge, among 2 million who were butchered, she was put into a forced labor camp for 4 years ... her story of escaping the death camp, starvation, darkness, survival and willingness to push forward is beyond words. How could she go on? Well ... she will tell you. Then she will speak to us bulls and tell us exactly what to do. Yes, you will have the mic dropped on your soul in this one, and will be a better father (or mother, or human) just for listening to her voice and message. CONNECT WITH SARA IM: Website: https://www.saraim.com/ (https://www.saraim.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraImSpeakerAuthor (https://www.facebook.com/SaraImSpeakerAuthor) Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Close Quarter Dad podcast. Please support us by subscribing and sharing. And if you'd like to learn more about the work we do, please check out how you can join us. JOIN US: https://closequarterdad.com/join (https://closequarterdad.com/join)

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   14 May 2024

   How to use Fear as your Child's Teacher, with Mark Booher

   Too often we will apply fear as a scare tactic to get our children to either do or avoid something, rather than using it as a valuable tool to learn and become more resilient. In today's episode of Close Quarter Dad, I sit down with Mark Booher, a former infantryman, intelligence professional, counter-terrorism specialist and and licensed attorney ... and he's a Dad. Mark has conducted intelligence and security operations around the world and understands threat, assessment and response to fear. He's a trainer, leader and host of the Pearl Snap Tactical Podcast. Our conversation delves into the nuanced distinctions between fear, terror, bravery, and courage in the realm of parenting, shedding light on the importance of comprehending fear. KEY TAKE AWAYS: Understanding Fear: Mark discusses strategies for identifying and overcoming fear, emphasizing the significance of exposure to discomfort in the journey towards courage. Power of Purpose: We underscore the role of purpose in conquering fears, managing anticipation, and fostering self-empowerment in children. Serious Topics Addressed: Serious issues like sexual abuse, bullying, and the necessity of physical activities to cultivate confidence are brought to the forefront. Modern Parenting Practices: The conversation questions contemporary parenting practices that prioritize screen time over physical engagement, advocating for real-life experiences over online identities. Personal Growth: Mark spotlights personal growth, finding purpose, ancestral respect, and safety, offering insights into online courses on situational awareness and pistol tactics. You will be encouraged to explore the transformative nature of courage and how it realities to your children, regardless of how old they are; the importance of instilling values, and the benefits of engaging in physical activities for holistic development. Mark’s expertise offers a unique perspective on navigating fears, building resilience, and shaping a well-rounded approach to parenting. CONNECT WITH MARK BOOHER Barritus Defense (https://www.barritusdefense.com) Email: info@barritusdefense.com IG: @thebarritus (https://www.instagram.com/thebarritus/) FB: @TheBarritus (https://www.facebook.com/TheBarritus) ABOUT MARK BOOHER Mark is a former infantryman, intelligence professional, and licensed attorney who has conducted intelligence and security operations around the world. He has trained units from the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice, the Fortune 500, and police officers from over 60 departments from around the country. He is a contributor to the Counter Terrorist Magazine and the host of the Pearl Snap Tactical Podcast.

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