The Tactical Report
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The Tactical Report by A+R Tactics delivers expert safety tips, self-protection strategies, and insights into our latest training programs, group events, and tactical training.
From women’s safety and travel security to team-building and real-world defense tactics, our blog equips you with the knowledge to stay aware, confident, and prepared.
Ego and the Pursuit of Improvement
Excerpt from Coming Face to Face with Yourself by Kenny Florian
Growth isn’t just about skill—it’s about confronting the hardest opponent of all: yourself. In the pursuit of mastery, the ego sneaks in, clouding our vision and convincing us to protect an illusion rather than embrace the reality of endless improvement. It resists change, rationalizes mistakes, and shields us from the discomfort of self-reflection. But the truth is, we are built to adapt, to evolve, and to push past limitations—if we’re willing to silence the ego and embrace the lessons that failure brings. The path forward isn’t about preserving an image, but about becoming the best version of ourselves, no matter how uncomfortable that process may be.