Condition 1

While simulating, I read a short piece on 'condition one' carrying of a 1911. I didn't exactly learn anything I didn't already agree with. In fact, at the end, the author suggested an experiment I've already performed to relieve my own anguish.

To get over whatever fears you may have of carrying a 1911 in condition one, cock and lock it with an empty chamber and carry as you normally do. When undressing and disarming, take note for yourself the position of the hammer and see that the weapon does not in fact fire itself. Repeat until you're finally brave enough to rack one in as it were before holstering.

You have been carrying, right?