You know... I agree with you that brains are always the best way to stay safe. That’s a no brainer :) But sometimes things can happen... and sometimes I just don’t always use my brain. In this day and age, I have a backup plan for those moments.
And I said nothing negative about anyone who makes that choice. I just said that I choose not to carry a weapon and lots here are acting like I peed on their Wheaties. If you want to carry a gun- go ahead. If you want to wear a life vest, heck there may be a flood. if you want to wear a hardhat for fear of falling rocks, go ahead and do that. Wear a reflective vest while cutting the grass to make sure hunters can see you while poaching in the neighborhood, have at it. Different strokes for different folks.