It is true that people have the right to protect themselves if they feel threatened. On the other hand, you acknowledge that gun ownership is a distinct issue (which I believe is also true) with its own set of difficulties and implications. Yeah, these concerns can be tough to resolve, but there is still a need to try to separate them in order to have effective conversations.

In my honest opinion, I believe it is possible to understand the need of self-defense while simultaneously acknowledging the dangers of unregulated having a gun. On one hand, we have the right to defend ourselves against damage, which includes the right to use force if needed. On the other hand, we have a responsibility to keep firearms out of the hands of individuals who could use them to hurt others. But now the problem is to find a way to balance these two objectives without intruding on people's rights or putting them in danger.

 I believe that focusing on education and training for gun ownership could be a viable option. For example, we may require gun owners to complete a safety course and pass a background check before purchasing a gun. We could also establish a mandatory system of licensing and registration to track who possesses guns and ensure that they are used responsibly. This allows for a balance between respecting people's rights to self-defense and protecting the public from damage.

And another thing is that, it's very possible that if people rely on guns too much, it can generate some sort of fear or mistrust, where they start feeling like they need to protect themselves at all costs, even when it hasn't really gotten to such extent.

Greetings and welcome to the forum! I, too, am a new member here, but I have an extensive knowledge of web3 development and I would be happy to share with you. I believe I can provide some helpful suggestions on where to find resources for security audits to guarantee your smart contract is secure.

When it comes to free security audits for your smart contract, there are numerous options available. One smart place to begin is to look for open source security audit programs, such as the well-known OpenZeppelin Open Source Audit Program, that would be a pretty good starting point. 
Also, there are organizations that provide free or inexpensive audits for open source projects, such as the Ethereum Foundation and the Polkadot Web3 Foundation.

Keep in mind that these organizations have different eligibility standards, so you should visit their websites for more information. It's worth emphasizing, as I'm sure you're aware, that a free security audt may not be as comprehensive as a professional audit. However, it can still be a useful tool for finding any weaknesses or vulnerabilities in your smart contract, which can be critical in ensuring the project's integrity and safety.