Dave SmithMore from Dave SmithPatrolTake a BreathTo prevent taking shallow breaths in stressful situations, make sure you practice and refresh your tactical breathing skills.February 8, 2018PatrolThe EndYou create the ending of your own story, every call, every crisis, every day.January 4, 2018PatrolMise en PlaceTo be truly prepared for a situation on duty, you must have everything in its place, mentally and physically.December 7, 2017TrainingThe ToyPlay is one of the essential elements of a healthy life, so make time for it.November 6, 2017PatrolRespect for Old GloryI am a firm believer in saying the Pledge of Allegiance and condemning anyone who burns our flag.October 13, 2017PatrolResilience DefinedRebounding from a true crisis is difficult but not impossible, as Sgt. Bob Bemis' inspiring story proves.September 5, 2017PatrolPeople of ProbityModern law enforcement officers uphold a longheld tradition of protecting citizens and preserving freedom.August 7, 2017PatrolReal ChangeObtaining tacit knowledge is considered our most important and powerful learning activity, but too often the folks with the tacit knowledge are left out of the decision-making process, in favor of the most institutionally educated folks; the ones with explicit knowledge only.July 10, 2017PatrolHe Said, She SaidModern science tells us men's and women's brains are different in very significant ways. Let me give you some pointers to help you communicate more effectively with crimefighters of the opposite gender.June 10, 2017PatrolA Healthy Fear of LightningI was on duty when a monsoon hit, killing the power grid and filling the arroyos with flash floods. It was to be a night of adventures and scaresMay 5, 2017Previous PagePage 7 of 21Next Page