The whole point of observation in the context of policing is so that we are able to make sense of what’s going on in real time rapidly changing conditions. We make situational assessments in the midst of uncertainty as circumstances ebb and flow through our minds that we interpret based on our life experience and the unfolding conditions we now find ourselves in. The patterns we recognize make sense to us and hence we are capable to responding accordingly. However what if the patterns we are observing does not make sense?

The Professional Reading Program is intended to save leaders that most precious commodity - time.

This post was inspired by a post at the Business Insider: General James 'Mad Dog' Mattis Email About Being 'Too Busy To Read' Is A Must-Read The General was asked by a colleague about the importance of reading for officers who often exclaimed they were too busy to read. The general’s response:

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Violence and bad acts can be reduced with the right training and the proper state of mind.

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* * * Fred T. Leland Jr.
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Dreams, visions, ideas can play significant roles in our lives. They can entice, entertain, or inspire us to greatness. To bring them into reality, however, we must act! Cowardice and lack of faith can keep one from a chosen goal, but if the heart is strong and brave, you can add action to your dreams and make them real.
    -- Sir John Templeton