Comments on: The Top Ten Things Every Woman Should Know about Personal Safety

By: Alfred

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:00:26 +0000

Thank you for this article! It is a sad but true fact that evil lurks, and we need to be ready to defend ourselves. I’ve just copied out and printed these 11 things (including your tip, Miranda).
Even Jesus advised His followers to be prepared for attackers. In Luke 22:38-40 the disciples answered Him: 38 … “See, Lord, here are two swords.” “That is enough,” he replied. 39 Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. NIV.

By: Miranda

Miranda — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:20:47 +0000

This is a great article. I only have one thing to add: Sometimes, if you don’t know the area that you’re in very well (which, if you are walking by yourself in an area you are not familiar with – You should know better!) keep in mind who you talk to for directions! Remember that when you ask for directions to somewhere specific you are giving away your FUTURE LOCATION, whether it be a hotel, a restaurant… This makes it so very easy to follow you and find you later, at night or when you are alone.

Another thing that I’ve learned from my Defensive Tactics classes is how valuable the ‘Show of Force’ is. If, when you look at a person, you look like you can handle yourself, they are much more likely to leave you alone. There have been many studies on this. Walk quickly (but not as if you are running scared), as if you know exactly where you are heading. Bring your cell – any communications device is your lifeline. If you are being attacked and are incapacitated, you want to conceal that phone until you have time to call for help. Don’t give your attacker the opportunity to break that lifeline. Best of all: Fight back. It scares the crap out of a lot of them… Good luck. Please be safe :)

By: Doris

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:13:52 +0000

That’s really smart idea Christine to make sure that whatever you decide to arm yourself with you also know how to use! Good thinking!

By: Christine

Christine — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 02:16:35 +0000

I prefer to carry the strongest pepper spray available. It’s on my key chain and it’s in my hand almost all the time I’m out and about. I have sprayed some practice shots and know how, when and when not to use it. Kubatons are a cool tool also.

By: Shelley

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:34:43 +0000

I agree with that You should keep yourself safe from the enemy.
I took judo many years ago and feel safer for it.
It also helps me when I had a fall recently and was able to protect myself.
I am not an expert, in judo but feel confident in that I can protect myslef.
I also pray for His protection always.
I also look around a lot at things that do not seem right and if no one around-then pray about it.

By: Cherie

Cherie — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:48:23 +0000

Very informative. I wanted to comment on the pepper spray. It could very well be a false sense of security. You may be better off with a can of wasp and hornets spray. First of all, it will spray up to 27 ft. and you don’t have to be close up, which may not work on a rainy day, or on a windy day, it can blow into your face. Also, with the wasp spray, the attacker is blinded until he can get to a hospital for an antidote. It may be a big can but it won’t be hard to find in your purse.

Like Cynthia, I carry a Glock, and won’t have a problem using it. I’m a competitive shooter, and DON’T recommend buying a gun, and getting a carry license without taking a course with a certified instructor. Generally they will have a gun you can use before you buy one. Also, Glock and Smith & Wesson has a try before you buy program. You don’t want to buy a gun you can’t control but you do want to stop the attacker. So call around and find a firearms dealer that will allow you try various calibers that fit your hand, and you feel comfortable with it.

One last thing, be certain you fully comprehend the liability associated with using a gun for self defense. Check into insurance that will cover your liability. It’s not expensive and well worth the price.

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Best wishes to you for your safety!

By: Doris

Wed, 18 May 2011 19:16:36 +0000

Sounds like you know exactly what to do Cynthia which is awesome. I wish more women would take the simple steps outlined in this article to be safe as well.

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Tue, 10 May 2011 22:45:18 +0000

I never talk to strangers, one rule my mother taught me. I never open the door to anyone if I am not expecting company. I drive with my doors lockeed amd my windows closed. I lock my doors even during the day. I am lucky to live in a state that allows me to carry a firearm and I do know how to use it and I know that if I had to protect myself I would not hesitate for a second to protect myself. If I am out walking I always walk agaist traffic, and I do not use headphones or my cell phone when I am walking. Women have to take responsibility for personal saftey because you never know who the bad guy is.

By: Larry Kaminer

Larry Kaminer — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:40:03 +0000

If I may chime in:
Try and carry very little in your hands and allowing you to bring them to bear to fight off an attack more readily. This is a factor in victim selection. If you scan your surroundings and know what is going on behind you at all times you are that much harder a target. Criminals like the element of speed and sunrise.

On self defense, do yourself a favor and Google Dr Ruthless and watch her You Tube videos. She shows you practical instinctive moves based on speed and timing not power and strength. Well worth watching and practicing!! You will see a petite woman dishing it out real world style in full contact scenarios reminding us that dynamite comes in small packages!!

Thanks
Larry

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