Avoiding the Fight – De-Escalation & Disengagement for Armed Citizens

Most people buy a gun to feel safer—but some unintentionally take more risks once they’re armed. This booklet is about reversing that trend. “Avoiding the Fight” gives you practical tools for spotting trouble early, stepping away before ego takes over, and choosing exit over escalation when you still have the chance.

This e-book is written in plain language for everyday concealed carriers, couples, and protectors who want to avoid the courtroom, the hospital, and the headline.

What You’ll Learn Inside

  • How “Armed Citizen Syndrome” quietly changes your risk tolerance

  • Early warning signs that a normal interaction is turning into a confrontation

  • Simple, repeatable verbal scripts to disengage without looking weak

  • How to manage your ego when you feel disrespected or challenged

  • Decision-tree style “if/then” paths for walking away safely

  • When continuing an argument can turn a civil problem into a criminal one

  • How avoidance, de-escalation, and distance fit into your overall self-defense plan

Who This Resource Is For

  • New and experienced CCW holders who want to avoid unnecessary fights

  • Armed spouses who want a calmer, more predictable response plan

  • Church, workplace, and community protectors responsible for others

  • Any student who wants to stay out of jail, not just “win the fight”

How to Get This E-Book

This e-book is not available to the general public.

“Avoiding the Fight – De-Escalation & Disengagement for Armed Citizens” is included as a bonus resource for:

  • 2A Firearms Academy CCW students

  • Core Training Bundle (Tier 1) members

  • Protector Training Bundle (Tier 2) members

Upon enrollment, students receive a secure download link delivered directly via email or through our student resource portal.

Note: E-book access is restricted to verified students and alumni of 2A Firearms Academy.