ing is a must in my book, Some people believe it is as simple as buying a gun a holster and strapping it on.
ing will give you the tools to carry and know what to do in certain situations. Being aware of your surroundings at all times is key to staying safe.
IDPA matches will help hone your skills as far as how to shoot from cover and how to shoot in a tactical sequence (threats close to furthest), I've been shooting IDPA for a couple of years now and it's a blast.
ing is costly but can you put a value on your and your families lives?