What if I asked you, “Is your life worth protecting?” My name is Charles Smith, and if you answered “yes”, this audiobook is for you! I’m an army infantry veteran; after the army, I spent years as a private investigator and security consultant; I've run security companies and have seen some of the best and worst life has to offer.

I've seen many scary situations where I had to rely on my self-protection knowledge that I learned through Ninjitsu and Shaolin Kempo Karate. Over time, I have honed the knowledge necessary to keep myself and my family safe.

Operation Enlighten is just that. It teaches you the fine art of self-protection. To use your head instead of just your fists. I teach ways of avoiding danger instead of becoming a victim! When you go to a self-defense seminar, the one thing most instructors don’t tell you is it takes 90 hours of training on one single technique to be able to use it in a fight to protect yourself. A technique must be an “automatic reflex” to use it effectively at a time when there’s no time to think, the heat of the moment. It is far better to learn how to avoid and evade conflicts before they begin.

The truth is, in today's world, there are no haven or safety zones exists. You must become and provide that haven. Many people are afraid to leave their homes, and they’re afraid to enjoy life. We not only have to worry about active shooting events that become more frequent, but we must worry about gangs and thugs on the streets. Every town has its share of maladjusted individuals out to do us harm.

It's a no-brainer to want to protect what is yours, especially your loved ones. This audiobook will guide you step by step on how to become alert, aware, and prepared. It will ensure that no matter what situation you are in, you will have the best possible chance of coming through healthy and whole, no matter the surroundings.