Cheers to Staying Safe Ladies

It is a beautiful world that God has created for us to live in...unfortunately it can also be a scary world at times.  As women it is important for us to be aware and know how to protect ourselves in any situation.  I've taken one self defense class in my life and I actually learned quite a bit and would love to attend more...as a refresher, can never hurt right.

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What I learned

1. Be aware of your surroundings.  Look behind you, always keep one eye open.

2. If you are out and about, always look like you aren't distracted or over whelemed by the amount of bags you are carying.

3. Get in your car and go.  

Don't balance your check book, send a text message, listen to a voicemail...just go.

4. Keep your blinds closed at night.  People will try to learn your schedule.

5. A well lit house is a safe(er) house

6. Friendliness goes a long way

7. Law enforcement pepper spray is better than the kind you can find at CVS. I have the Fox Brand.

8. I also learned how to get out of a position if someone has me pinned to the ground...I can't remember how to though...eeek

Here is an article from Well + Good- 8 Smart Tips for Self Defense

Self Defense Tips:

1. Stay alert. Be aware of people near you and of your surroundings—in your home, on the street, at work, at school, and other places you frequent.
 

2. If you think you are being followed, try changing your pace or crossing the street. Do not lead a potential attacker to your home. Instead go to a store or another populated place.
 

3. You can choose to ignore or respond to a verbal harasser, depending on your comfort level. In either case, remain aware of the person or group. Take into account your potential allies in the vicinity, the environment (any safer places?), and your ability to physically defend yourself.

If you are attacked

1. Stay active and keep thinking, “What can I do?”
2. Yell and make a scene—attackers often expect us to be silent. Use a loud voice to draw attention and to let the attacker know you will not be an easy target.

3. Strike for the eyes, nose, throat, knees, groin—all attackers have vulnerable places on their bodies.
4. Use things you have with you (keys, pens, bags) or things you can pick up (garbage, rocks) as weapons or shields.
5. As soon as the opportunity arises, get away.

Have any of you taken a self defense class? What did you learn?