From the Editor
Volume 2, Issue 2
Impact
The word conjures several images to mind. In terms of physical impact, we may think of forces that can jar the body, the
likes of which result from coming into contact with an impact weapon or the impact of a bullet hurled from a fired gun.
The term emotional impact is also used to describe the feelings and thoughts one retains from emotional events which are
formed from repetitive or powerful events.
In this issue of Mindset Self-Defense, we will address some of the above impact items and ask that you share the
information. We also ask that you join, as a society, and make a different kind of impact. The kind of impact we want to
make is one that comes from a caring, concerned and pro-active society who demand safety for its’ children and students.
This sort of impact can be described as one that creates a strong effect on someone or something. This something is the
safety of the students in our schools. The time has come to make this impact.
While reading this issue, keep in mind that the subject matter can at times be disturbing, and at times even outrageous.
This is because violence in our schools, simply put, is disturbing and outrageous at its very minimum. School violence
cannot be made age appropriate, politically correct, or censored into some sort of palatable dish. Violence in schools is an
ugly sin against humanity. It is our job as parents to get past the horror so that we can be productive. We must see
violence for what it is, and if we are in the understandable state of denial, we must reach past that terror and free
ourselves. Our number one responsibility as parents is to do everything we can to keep our children safe, and to teach
them what they can do to keep themselves safe, as much as they rea sonably can. To do this, we must be willing to look at
the good, the bad and the ugly.
While perusing the articles in this issue, keep an open mind, consider all alternatives and look for new ones. This issue is
meant to start a dialogue geared toward education, collaboration and effective resourcing. We must speak up for our
children’s safety because they cannot speak up for themselves. Parental silence robs you of your right to protect your
own children.
The staff at Mindset Self-Defense is here to help you and your students experience lifelong learning in the safest and most
conducive environment possible. Together we can make a difference.
Kris Costa
Editor-In-Chief
Mindset Self-Defense Magazine
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