{"id":1977,"date":"2024-11-21T06:44:09","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T06:44:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/?p=1977"},"modified":"2025-06-09T08:53:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T08:53:06","slug":"situational-awareness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/blog\/situational-awareness\/","title":{"rendered":"Situational awareness: a skill that you can use in your daily and professional life"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"!my-16 md:!my-24\">\n  <div \n    class=\"is-layout-constrained\" style=\"--wp--style--global--content-size: 70.75rem;\"\n>\n    <main class=\"xl:grid xl:gap-10 xl:grid-cols-[741px_1fr]\">\n      <article>\n                  <div class=\"inline-grid grid-cols-2 gap-5 sm:flex sm:flex-wrap mb-3\">\n                          <a class=\"uppercase text-[10px] leading-3 text-text-tertiary font-medium w-fit hover:no-underline\"\n                 href=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/blog\/category\/cybersmart\/\"\n              >\n                Cyber smart\n              <\/a>\n                      <\/div>\n                          <h1 class=\"font-[600] text-3xl text-text-primary mb-7 md:mb-12\">Situational awareness: a skill that you can use in your daily and professional life<\/h1>\n                <div class=\"flex items-center gap-x-8\">\n                      <div class=\"flex items-center gap-x-1.5\">\n                              <div class=\"shrink-0\">\n                  <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2025\/06\/Agnieszka-P-100.webp\" class=\"w-8 h-8 object-cover rounded-full\" alt=\"\" \/>                <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"text-xs\">Agnieszka Pierlak<\/p>\n                          <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"flex items-center gap-x-1\">\n              <svg class=\"w-6 h-6 shrink-0 stroke-icon-tertiary\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M19.5 3.75h-15a.75.75 0 0 0-.75.75v15c0 .414.336.75.75.75h15a.75.75 0 0 0 .75-.75v-15a.75.75 0 0 0-.75-.75Zm-3-1.5v3m-9-3v3m-3.75 3h16.5\"\/><\/svg>              <p class=\"text-xs whitespace-nowrap\">21.11.2024<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"flex items-center gap-x-1\">\n              <svg class=\"w-6 h-6 shrink-0 stroke-icon-tertiary\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M12 21a9 9 0 1 0 0-18 9 9 0 0 0 0 18Z\"\/><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M12 6.75V12h5.25\"\/><\/svg>              <p class=\"text-xs whitespace-nowrap\">\n                8 min\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mt-7 md:mt-12 single-post-content\">\n          \n<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/\">Proget<\/a><\/span> &gt; <span><a href=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/blog\/category\/cybersmart\/\">Cyber smart<\/a><\/span> &gt; <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>Situational awareness: a skill that you can use in your daily and professional life<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-primary-50-background-color has-background has-xs-font-size is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6bf6b0c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2-xs)\"><strong>Jump to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-the-vuca-world-and-the-need-to-make-quick-decisions\" data-level=\"2\">The VUCA world and the need to make quick decisions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-situational-awareness-what-is-it\" data-level=\"2\">Situational awareness \u2013 what is it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-internal-security-radar\" data-level=\"2\">Internal security radar<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-being-one-step-ahead\" data-level=\"2\">Being one step ahead<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-stress-relief-and-optimization\" data-level=\"2\">Stress relief and optimization<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-reading-between-the-lines\" data-level=\"2\">Reading between the lines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-develop-situational-awareness-and-what-can-support-it\" data-level=\"2\">Why develop situational awareness, and what can support it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-secret-knowledge-of-the-military-cooper-s-color-code\" data-level=\"2\">&#8220;Secret knowledge&#8221; of the military \u2013 Cooper&#8217;s Color Code<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-practical-tips-how-else-to-develop-situational-awareness\" data-level=\"2\">Practical tips: how else to develop situational awareness?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-summary\" data-level=\"2\">Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-the-vuca-world-and-the-need-to-make-quick-decisions\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">The VUCA world and the need to make quick decisions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">The reality in which we live is exceptionally volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous. We refer to it as the <strong>VUCA<\/strong>. Each of these characteristics affects our daily life. <strong>Volatility <\/strong>means sudden and frequent changes; <strong>uncertainty <\/strong>raises doubts; <strong>complexity <\/strong>makes judgment difficult; and <strong>ambiguity <\/strong>can lead to misinterpretations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">To keep up with the challenges of such a world, we must constantly adapt and make decisions \u2013 including important ones \u2013 <strong>quickly and accurately, often relying on incomplete information<\/strong>. Stressful circumstances can severely limit our perception and ability to analyze data and set priorities. This makes it even harder for us to consider all the factors affecting a situation and choose the right solution to a problem. The question is: how do we strike a <strong>balance between carefully considering various options and the need to react immediately?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">With help comes <strong>situational awareness<\/strong>. Although this term may be associated mainly with uniformed services, it increasingly resonates in the public space, including everyday life and business activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"673\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/young-woman-new-york-city-daytime_proget.webp\" alt=\"situational awareness, woman crosses road staring at phone\" class=\"wp-image-2781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/young-woman-new-york-city-daytime_proget.webp 673w, https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/young-woman-new-york-city-daytime_proget-300x186.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 673px) 100vw, 673px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-situational-awareness-what-is-it\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Situational awareness \u2013 what is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">The concept of situational awareness (SA) was formally defined in the 1990s by Dr. Mica R. Endsley, an American engineer and former Chief Scientist of the United States Air Force. Her <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/210198492_Endsley_MR_Toward_a_Theory_of_Situation_Awareness_in_Dynamic_Systems_Human_Factors_Journal_371_32-64\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">theory<\/a><\/span> describes <strong>three primary levels of SA formation<\/strong>, each associated with specific cognitive processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\" class=\"wp-block-list has-lg-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Perception \u2013 what is happening?<\/strong> We gather data about our surroundings with our senses. For example, when driving a car, we see the traffic light turn red.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comprehension \u2013 why is it happening?<\/strong> We analyze the collected information based on our knowledge and experience. For example, we know that a red light is a signal to stop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Projection \u2013 what can happen?<\/strong> We predict future events or risks, such as other drivers missing a light change and braking at the last minute.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">So, what is SA? In simplest terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-neutral-100-background-color has-background has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Situational awareness is the ability to <strong>perceive <\/strong>elements of the environment, <strong>understand <\/strong>their meaning, and <strong>anticipate <\/strong>what might happen soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">It is the <strong>basis for staying safe<\/strong> in changing conditions in real-time. It allows us to imagine unfavorable scenarios, react to them appropriately, and, at best, avoid them altogether. We generally <strong>use it instinctively<\/strong> \u2013 not only in emergency situations but in many aspects of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"673\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/work-after-breakfast_proget.webp\" alt=\"situational awareness, man with tablet in cafe looks out window\" class=\"wp-image-2782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/work-after-breakfast_proget.webp 673w, https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/work-after-breakfast_proget-300x186.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 673px) 100vw, 673px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-internal-security-radar\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Internal security radar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Situational awareness plays a huge role in <strong>keeping us safe<\/strong>, both physically and digitally. It helps us pay attention to sudden changes in traffic, avoid poorly lit areas during an evening stroll, and avoid people who behave suspiciously or aggressively. In the digital world, SA, supported by <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/en\/blog\/cyber-hygiene-in-business\/\">cyber hygiene<\/a><\/span>, allows us to recognize an unusual login or a phishing email. In the business context, we can combine situational awareness with <strong>risk management<\/strong>. It helps companies respond instantly to, for example, an intrusion into a company&#8217;s headquarters or a hacking attack \u2013 and minimize potential damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-being-one-step-ahead\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Being one step ahead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">SA also makes it easier for us to <strong>be more flexible and maintain control of the situation<\/strong>. Imagine walking around and seeing a large group of people gathering in one place. It could mean something is happening: a concert, demonstration, or other event. With situational awareness, we anticipate a potential crowd or traffic jam and change our route to save time. In business, situational awareness works similarly but on a larger scale. For example, a company noticing a delay in the delivery of materials from a distributor quickly contacts an alternative partner <strong>before a competitor does<\/strong>. By acting on its observation of current events, a company can avoid downtime, maintain operational fluidity, and <strong>stay ahead<\/strong> of competitors&#8217; reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-stress-relief-and-optimization\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Stress relief and optimization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">With situational awareness, we continuously analyze our surroundings and <strong>select only those stimuli or information that affect our operations<\/strong>. It is a kind of &#8220;mental filter.&#8221; It allows us to focus on the essential things, set priorities, and thus <strong>manage our time and energy more efficiently<\/strong>. For example, in the IT department, employees respond to many daily requests, from minor technical problems to significant system failures. Developed SA, supported by appropriate technologies, helps them assess which incoming tickets require an immediate response and which can wait. This optimization of work <strong>minimizes information overload and reduces stress<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-reading-between-the-lines\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Reading between the lines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Situational awareness is also the art of early perception of <strong>external social signals<\/strong>, such as the behavior of those around us. It allows us to become more sensitive to <strong>non-verbal signs of emotion<\/strong>, especially those that may cause concern. SA enables us to better understand the context of a situation and people&#8217;s intentions and anticipate their reactions \u2013 for example, noticing that someone is annoyed and talking to them will require a different approach. At work, leaders can more easily spot <strong>changes in typical employee behavior<\/strong> during a meeting with their department. This, in turn, allows them to catch the first signs of declining motivation, conflict, or burnout and then take the appropriate steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"673\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/person-looking-finance-graphs_proget.webp\" alt=\"situational awareness, woman reviews reports on tablet\" class=\"wp-image-2783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/person-looking-finance-graphs_proget.webp 673w, https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/person-looking-finance-graphs_proget-300x186.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 673px) 100vw, 673px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-why-develop-situational-awareness-and-what-can-support-it\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Why develop situational awareness, and what can support it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">As the examples show, SA is not a skill reserved only for special forces and crises. <strong>Anyone can use it<\/strong> to reap various benefits in everyday life and business. It sounds simple and probably more than once in the course of reading, you get the impression: \u201cI already know how to do this.\u201d However, how many times have we missed an obvious signal from the environment or reacted inappropriately or late? This may indicate that <strong>our SA level was inadequate for the situation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">In a world where we stare at phone screens and are distracted by an overabundance of stimuli, <strong>unconsciously limiting our ability to perceive relevant information<\/strong>, the problem is becoming more acute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-neutral-100-background-color has-background has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Misbehavior in a given situation that results from insufficient SA is <strong>one of the leading causes of accidents attributed to human error<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\" class=\"wp-block-list has-lg-font-size\">\n<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawinfo.com\/resources\/car-accident\/how-many-car-accidents-are-caused-by-human-er.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">National Highway Traffic Safety Administration<\/a><\/span> (NHTSA) says that about <strong>94%<\/strong> of all car accidents in the US are caused by human error, and one of the most common forms of driver error is distracted driving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0925753523000450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">majority of workplace accidents<\/a><\/span> are due to workers\u2019 poor situational awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/skybrary.aero\/articles\/situational-awareness-oghfa-bn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SKYbrary<\/a><\/span> notes that about <strong>85%<\/strong> of aviation accident reports mention a loss of situational awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to the <em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.content.shi.com\/cms-content\/accelerator\/media\/pdfs\/verizon\/verizon-102022-2022-msi-report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Verizon Mobile Security Index 2022<\/a><\/span><\/em>, <strong>54%<\/strong> of cybersecurity breaches are caused by inadvertent employee actions, of which up to <strong>96%<\/strong> carry serious business consequences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">When we fail to recognize the warning signs, we compromise our security and efficiency. We also often <strong>mistakenly assume that the absence of risks is a natural state<\/strong>. Meanwhile, without regular practice, we weaken our ability to perceive and understand, making it easy to get lost in emergency situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\"><strong>Is it possible to do something about it? Of course.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">In business, SA is becoming increasingly necessary, not least because of the growing number of cyber threats. <strong>Modern systems and tools<\/strong> support SA by managing IT security and analyzing patterns, including monitoring and detecting potential threats or unusual activity. Such technologies provide users with real-time <strong>information and warnings<\/strong>, helping them make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Like other skills, situational awareness can be practiced and developed for personal use. No specialized equipment or specific circumstances are needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"673\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/public-safety_OSP_proget.webp\" alt=\"situational awareness, map application on smartphone\" class=\"wp-image-2784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/public-safety_OSP_proget.webp 673w, https:\/\/proget.pl\/app\/uploads\/2\/2024\/11\/public-safety_OSP_proget-300x186.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 673px) 100vw, 673px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-secret-knowledge-of-the-military-cooper-s-color-code\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">&#8220;Secret knowledge&#8221; of the military \u2013 Cooper&#8217;s Color Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">One way to improve SA is to <strong>establish a baseline<\/strong>: determining the state your mind is currently in. In doing so, <strong>the Cooper Color Code is often used<\/strong>. It was developed by Jeff Cooper, a US Marine, with the military in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Today, it is also used by non-military sectors and anyone wanting to increase their security. This popular technique <strong>trains the mind to operate at different levels of consciousness\/sensitivity<\/strong>, conventionally marked by colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Color<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">White<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Yellow<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Orange<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Red<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State of consciousness<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Unawareness<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Relaxed awareness<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Focused awareness<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">High alert<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What does it mean?<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Relaxed, not paying attention to the surroundings, unprepared and vulnerable to potential threats.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Awareness of surroundings and readiness to detect danger, but without feelings of panic or excessive stress.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Detecting the threat, watching the development of the situation and anticipating the consequences, considering possible responses.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Once a threat is detected; adequate response, full focus on the threat or emergency.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Where or when it is appropriate?<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Only in a safe space (such as a home).<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Best for everyday activities, especially outside the home, in public or unfamiliar places.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">When noticing suspicious behavior or an unusual situation.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Transition to it only in a situation of immediate danger.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">The ability to move seamlessly between the described states and recognize which one is appropriate to the situation will allow you to respond better to unexpected events. It will also help you reduce unnecessary stress and keep you calm and balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-2-xl-font-size\" id=\"h-practical-tips-how-else-to-develop-situational-awareness\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--md);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xs);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Practical tips: how else to develop situational awareness?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">Developing SA is an elaborate process, especially in the uniformed services, where specialized training is conducted. It is a vast topic \u2013 while in everyday life, you can apply <strong>some simple techniques<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\" class=\"wp-block-list has-lg-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Practice mindfulness<\/strong> in a variety of everyday situations. 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It allows you to adapt to change continuously and operate effectively under changing or complex conditions. Although it does not automatically guarantee accurate decision-making, it supports recognizing relevant signals, assessing situations, or anticipating possible scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--sm)\">It is worth considering <strong>how often we consciously analyze events unfolding next to us \u2013 not forgetting cyberspace<\/strong>. Do we consciously consider system security, logins, or user actions? Do we have sufficient control over what happens on company devices and networks? 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