Do you ever worry about safety in your own home? Whether you're navigating the world solo or spending considerable time at home alone, ensuring your safety is paramount.

Both the number and rate of minors killed by gunfire were higher than any point since at least 1999 according to the CDC’s mortality database. Additionally the CDC estimates there were more than 11,000 ER visits for gunshot injuries of minors - far higher than in other recent years. 

Here are some considerations for starting to conceal carry your handgun. While this list is meant to help you narrow down your choices of guns and gear there WILL still be some trial and error involved in fitting you with the best combination for YOU. 

Here are some questions you may want to consider when selecting a firearm for home and self-defense.

When evaluating whether you meet the criteria of a particular class you need to be honest about your skill level and if you will be safe and be able to keep up with the instruction in the class. Maybe you need to work on the fundamentals of shooting more to grow your level.

On my way back from the AR-15 instructors course I took in Alabama, I had time to reflect with instructors, other instructor-candidates, and some time alone.