In this episode of Resilience Redefined, host Michael Ostrolenk sits down with Tony Cohen, founder of Feel Safe Daily, to explore how self-defense training can empower women and reshape the way we think about personal safety.
Tony shares his journey from a military background to building a community dedicated to helping women develop confidence, awareness, and life-saving skills. Together, they discuss the psychology of self-defense, the importance of situational awareness, and how the world has changed since 2020.
This conversation goes far beyond physical defense — it's about mindset, empowerment, and resilience in a world that often feels uncertain.
Connect with Tony:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealtonycohen/
Connect with Michael:
Website: https://www.michaeldostrolenk.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mostrolenk
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelostrolenkresiliencemastery
🎧 Key Takeaways:
Self-defense is as much mental as it is physical.
Awareness can prevent danger before it begins.
Women deserve to move through the world with confidence and safety.
Ego can hinder growth and learning in any discipline.
Building community around safety creates empowerment.
🔥 Sound Bites:
"The world is angry."
"3% of people are sociopaths."
"Ego is the enemy."
📖 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Resilience Redefined
00:30 Meet Tony Cohen: Founder of Feel Safe Daily
01:00 Tony's Journey into Self-Defense Training
03:02 The Evolution of Self-Defense and Personal Safety
05:45 Life Experiences Shaping Tony's Perspective
08:43 The Importance of Awareness in Self-Defense
11:16 Transforming Lives Through Self-Defense Training
14:09 Building a Business Around Self-Defense
17:29 Training Diverse Groups: From Women to Bartenders
20:11 Navigating Challenges in Business and Life
23:01 The Impact of 2020 on Personal and Professional Life
25:47 Reinventing Business Models Post-Pandemic
28:43 The Journey of Building a New Business
31:27 Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship
34:43 Vision for the Future: Scaling Up Self-Defense Training
37:20 Final Thoughts and Reflections
39:36 Navigating the Challenges of Social Media Marketing
43:06 The Power of AI in Business Solutions
48:13 Situational Awareness and Personal Safety
01:06:54 Empowering Women Through Self-Defense Training
