The Timeline of Self Defense

Ep 11 | During: Staying Calm in Chaos with Faith Roswell

Most people think self-defence starts with throwing punches, but real survival starts in your head. In this episode of The Timeline of Self-Defence, we’re in the During phase with Faith Roswell, founder of Armour for Life in the UK. Faith teaches psychological self-defence — how to manage fear, think clearly, and make decisions that keep you alive when things go sideways. We talk about what’s really happening in your brain during violence and why freezing isn’t weakness. Faith shares how to use your awareness, body language, and environment to take back control, plus a real story from her own life about staying smart under pressure. You’ll learn: • What “freeze” really is and how to move through it • How to control tunnel vision and see the full picture • How to make decisions in seconds under pressure • The difference between posture, threat, and real danger • When to disengage, when to fight, and when to flee If you’ve ever wondered how your mind and body react in real danger, this episode breaks down the psychology of survival in a way anyone can use. Timeline Phase: During – Decision-making under pressure and surviving the moment without making it worse Guest: Faith Roswell, Founder of Armour for Life Website: https://www.faithroswell.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithroswell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArmourForLife Connect with Randy: Website: https://www.randykinglive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randykinglive LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randykinglive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@randykinglive Free Course: Grab your free 6-hour online course “Setting Boundaries That Stick” — a practical guide to verbal and emotional self-defence, available now at randykinglive.com #selfdefense #timelineofselfdefense #faithroswell #armourforlife #psychologicalselfdefense #fightflightfreeze #randykinglive #personalSafety #mentalresilience #deescalation

Ep 10 | Before: Everyday Vigilance & How to Spot Danger Before It Starts with Dawn Armstrong

What if staying safe didn’t mean living in fear, but building simple habits you already use every day? In this Before phase episode of The Timeline of Self-Defense, Randy sits down with Dawn Armstrong, founder of Think Safe Seminars and creator of the Habits of Awareness program. Dawn has spent years teaching people how to weave situational awareness into daily life—without paranoia, without tactical jargon, just practical habits that make you a harder target. We cover: * Why 50% of self-defence is prevention, not physical moves * How to see a threat before you feel it * Habit stacking: turning everyday actions (like crossing the street) into awareness triggers * Why trusting intuition matters more than politeness * The surprising groups most vulnerable to being targeted—and how they can prepare * Using your phone as a safety tool, not just a distraction * The one simple habit Dawn says everyone should start today: Close and Click This conversation is about freedom, not fear. Prevention is preparation. And with a few small changes, you can carry yourself with more confidence, less worry, and a lot more safety. 🔗 Where to find Dawn Armstrong: Think Safe Seminars → [insert Dawn’s website/socials here] 🔗 Where to find Randy King: All booking, courses, and socials → randykinglive.com  🎁 Get free access to Randy’s 6-hour Boundary Setting Online Class at randykinglive.com 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share this show. New episodes every week, covering the Before, During, and After of violence with experts, coaches, and survivors.

Ep 9 | After: Recovering After Violence – Why You Can’t Just Walk It Off | with Dr. Bill Kennedy

The aftermath of violence isn’t about “walking it off.” Dr. Bill Kennedy breaks down the real science of recovery — why trauma lives in the body, what resilience actually looks like, and how to set yourself up for healing instead of collapse. Where to find our guest: kcandt.com  [https://kcandt.com] Credits Voice Over: Ryan Rother Music: Tyrants in Waiting We cover: * Why resilience is more like a bent coat hanger than a Nerf football. * How trauma gets stored in your nervous system. * Why recovery is a wheel, not a straight line. * Practical tools for building resilience before and after violence. Timestamps: 01:02 – The myth of “bouncing back” after trauma 07:15 – How the body stores trauma in the nervous system 15:22 – The wheel model of recovery vs. stage models 25:40 – Signs of healthy recovery vs. PTSD 33:50 – Why social support is critical in the aftermath 40:45 – Training resilience before you need it 46:30 – A new mantra: “Feel it and do it anyhow” 👉 Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbd6AXuOBrPkmHikdmVLdJ6bHsNlbOdUB&si=bmr1YqqA7GAYxHIQ [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbd6AXuOBrPkmHikdmVLdJ6bHsNlbOdUB&si=bmr1YqqA7GAYxHIQ]

Ep 8 | During: Range Can Save or End You – Mastering the Ranges of Combat | with Brandon Sieg

Self-defense isn’t just about throwing a punch — it’s about knowing where the fight is happening. Brandon Sieg breaks down the ranges of combat, why most people get hurt in the middle, and how to actually control distance when things go bad. Where to find our guest: Facebook: Gentry Martial Arts Instagram: @gentry_ma Amazon: Search “Brandon Sieg” for his eBooks Credits Voice Over: Ryan Rother Music: Tyrants in Waiting We cover: Why good technique doesn’t always mean good strategy. The hidden danger zone: why the middle range is where most people freeze. How different arts cover different ranges — and where they leave you exposed. Why weapons change the math, and how to deal with them without panic. How adrenaline lies to you about distance, and what training really prepares you for it. Why range is a decision, not a number — and how to make the choice before someone else does. Timestamps: 01:05 – Good technique vs. good strategy 09:40 – The “danger zone” in the middle 17:15 – What Taekwondo, Hapkido, and BJJ actually prepare you for 28:00 – Weapons and the reality of distance 36:45 – Adrenaline and distorted perception 45:10 – Scenario training that actually works 52:00 – Range as a choice, not a fixed number 👉 Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbd6AXuOBrPkmHikdmVLdJ6bHsNlbOdUB&si=bmr1YqqA7GAYxHIQ

Ep 7 | Family Safety Systems: Turn Emergencies Into Inconveniences | Before with Jason Brick

Most families don’t have a plan until something goes wrong. Jason Brick shows how simple systems can turn a tragedy into a minor inconvenience. You’ll learn: * How to set up simple self defence systems for your family. * Why preparation turns emergencies into inconveniences. * Examples you can implement today, from car safety to travel. * The psychology behind planning before violence occurs. Jason Brick is a martial artist, author, and family safety expert who has spent decades helping families build resilience and safety. 👉 Share this episode with someone who wants to keep their family safe. Then check the “Before” playlist for more.