What’s Your Worst Nightmare? How About A Home Invasion Wakeup Call W/A Gun To Your Head?
This is one of the worst nightmare scenarios I can think of. Can you imagine being sound asleep and abruptly being awakened at 3:00 a.m. to a gun being pointed at your head and realize you are in the midst of a home invasion robbery. Watch the video below and see what happened to one couple. (Video Courtesy of MyFoxNY.com).
The self-defense instructor in the video is Phil Messina of Modern Warrior and teaches self-defense training designed specifically for home invasion victims and for those who want to proactively learn to protect and defend themselves against this type of criminal attack.
Join Lets Talk Home Security radio show on Friday, 9-25-09, 10:00 a.m. EDT/7:00 PDT when Cheryl Watterson will interview Phil Messina, retired Sgt. NYPD and owner of Modern Warrior.
The show call in number is (646) 727-3396 or you can listen online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/letstalkhomesecurity.
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Girls & Guns - Women Take Control Of Their Own Self-Defense
Video Courtesy of TrainSafeWI
There’s a growing trend among many women today - they are learning how to fight back and protect themselves against the tremendous increase in violence against them!
Women are taking control of the own destiny by learning self-defense training AND purchasing guns to ensure they don’t become a victim of a violent mugging, physical attack, or worse yet murder. By taking a quality self-defense class, women can learn strong self-defense techniques and tactics to protect and defend themselves against a violent attacker.
Unfortunately, even if you know self-defense tactics what happens when the attacker is a 250 lb madman? You may need a stronger secondary source of protection to save your life. Look at the recent murder of Annie Li, the Yale grad student who was murdered by a co-worker. The person who murdered her was twice her size.
One point to mention - women should make it a habit to always be aware and alert to their surroundings - especially when they are alone. Also be sure to listen to any "gut instincts" that says there is something "wrong" about a situation that just doesn’t feel quite right. Your instincts may be telling you that you’re in a dangerous place - so get out of that situation as quickly as you can!
If you are physically assaulted or attacked, chances are likely that no one will be around to help save you - certainly not the police. Even if you call 911 for help you may get an inept 911 operator who spends more time questioning and talking instead of quickly dispatching the police who may be able to save your life. We’ve all heard these unfortunate 911 horror stories.
Whatever the situation more women are taking control of their own self-defense and making the decision to protect themselves with a gun. If you are one of these women, be sure to keep firearm safety in the forefront and take the necessary firearm safety training. It will help remove some of the fear women may have about carrying a firearm and provide the knowledge needed to operate, handle, clean, and care for the weapon.
After taking the necessary safety training, many women report they join a gun club or association to enhance their skills and to provide a comradere with other women gun owners. Stay safe!
Remember, Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!!
If Your Best Self-Defense Is A Ballpoint Pen - USE IT To Stay Alive!
Stay Aware..Stay Alert..Stay Alive - Surviving Against An Attack!
Women need to be extremely observant and vigilant about their personal safety! It’s too bad that our society has gone in that direction - but unfortunately it has. You don’t have to become paranoid about your personal safety - just make safety a habit. When you do that you become more observant of your surroundings, your situations, and the people who are in your space.
An article was sent to me by my good friend, Melissa Soalt aka Dr. Ruthless right before our radio interview (Lets Talk Home Security) on Friday, 9-11-09. It was about a young woman in Chicago who foiled an abduction attempt in the Back of the Yards neighborhood by stabbing her male attacker with a ballpoint pen. The two men are being sought in the incident authorities said on Friday, 9-11-09.
NOTE: If physically attacked, use whatever you can to fight off the attacker. Kick to the groin, yell as loud as you can to try and attract attention, stomp his shins, the top of his foot, use a ballpoint pen - whatever you can that will help save your life! As Dr. Ruthless says - "Go ballistic on the attacker - he’s probably not going to expect it so when you surprise him like that, he’s probably going to be caught off guard!"
At about 11:30 a.m. on September 3, two suspects were parked in a two-door white panel van near the woman’s home. The driver stayed in the van while the other guy exited the vehicle and grabbed the 18-year old woman from behind and placed her in a chokehold, authorities said.
Note: First, be observant if you see two guys sitting in a van especially if they look out-of-place. If you are grabbed and forced into a vehicle, fight with everything you have because the second location you will be taken to will not be a good thing. As Dr. Ruthless explains, the second location is always more dangerous! Criminals have far more control over you at that location. Go ballistic but do not "go with!" Many women who have gone with their attackers have not been seen since!!
The man then tried to drag the woman toward the van, but she stabbed him in the neck with a ballpoint pen before getting away authorities said. Let’s hope they find these criminals and stick it to them. They need to be off the streets ASAP so other women aren’t in jeopardy of being attacked. The next victim may not be so lucky!
My recommendation for women is to learn how to protect yourself as part of your overall personal safety. Take a self-defense class and make it part of your personal protection/safety awareness. Be in charge of your life’s outcome. Don’t let some punk off the street decide that today your life ends!!
Dr. Ruthless has a great DVD Self-Defense Program called "Fierce & Female." This is a program you can use at home at your convenience. If you are in a high risk job, live a single life, and are female - that just about says it all! As a female, look at making self-defense training and protection a part of your life. By learning the self-defense techniques and strategies from Fierce & Female it could help save your life!!
Remember, Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!!
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Real Estate Agent Safety & Self-Defense Awareness
The Real Estate Professional has a riskier job than one might imagine. Everyday real estate agents are meeting.jpg)
with complete strangers to look at a vacant property or home and are usually meeting alone with the client.
Because of the high number of violent attacks, assaults, and murders of women and men in the real estate profession, the National Association of Realtors has made safety and security programs available to members throughout the U.S.
They realized the dangers that these professionals deal with unwittingly each day. Attending a self-defense class or a real estate agent safety awareness seminar can remind professionals of things they should be aware of each time they meet with new clients. When you follow the personal safety rules and guidelines for your industry, you make yourself less likely to become a victim of a violent criminal attack.
Many criminals view real estate professionals as "easy prey" because they are usually meeting with women agents — alone - in a vacant or unoccupied location or home. The agent views the meeting with the prospect as a way to sell a home while the criminal prospect may have other motives.
If an attack is part of the criminal’s plan, he will most likely have the upper hand knowing when his imminent attack is coming. The agent on the other agent may have a proactive safety plan in place should something like that happen. That plan should include being a student of a self-defense training program or a safety awareness class which stresses the importance of always being aware and alert to the surroundings and individuals you are working with at all times.
As a real estate agent in a high risk job your personal safety and security should be a #1 priority. Keep in mind and follow the rules and guidelines that the NAR has set up. Don’t let a potential client steer you from doing what you know is right. Follow proper guidelines — such as meeting the client first in your office and completing necessary paperwork. If the client persists that they can’t do that, find another way to meet the person in a safe environment.
When meeting with a client to show a home or when hosting an open house, always let your client lead the way as you follow. Keep some distance as you move with the client throughout the home or property and know where they are at all times. When you first enter a property, find out where each entry and exit doors are located. Have an escape route if you need it. If your gut instincts tell you something is wrong, be sure to listen and wrap the meeting up immediately. Read more
Self-Defense Protection - Banker Safety. Are You At Risk?
Courtesy of Personal Security Solutions, Inc. Women At Risk - Banker Safety
Banks and credit unions are made up of about 66% women employees. There are bank tellers, human 
resources, upper management, and a multitude of other professional positions within banks and credit unions held by women. One of the positions within the bank that seems to be extremely vulnerable is the bank teller. With the number of bank robberies increasing, even in small towns, bank employees need to be constantly aware and on alert to anything unusual or potential dangerous mannerisms of those entering the bank and notice.
If you work in the banking industry, what type of self-defense training do you receive from your company? Sure, a bank employee does not want to pull out a TASER C2 or pepper spray while someone has a gun pointed at them. But it is equally important that employees of the bank or credit union have specific self-defense awareness training and know what to do in these situations and how to protect themselves and those around them.
Due to the nature of the premises and location of a bank or credit union, this can create an opportunity for criminals who are desperate for cash. Keep in mind when you depart from a bank or credit union, the criminal may think you are carrying cash on your person. For those desperate criminals, $20 may seem like a lot of money.
Be Aware and Be Prepared!
As you leave the bank premises, always be aware of your surroundings. Notice the people you pass and those who may be loitering in the parking lot near your car. Be prepared with your pepper spray in your hand or at least where you can get immediate access to it. Keep a personal alarm and/or pepper spray attached to your car keys. As you walk to your car carry yourself with a confident demeanor. Let those with criminal intentions know that you are not going to be a victim so they may as well look elsewhere.
As part of your personal safety plan, take a self-defense or safety awareness training. It is very important to know how to protect and defend yourself if attacked or assaulted. Self-defense training can give you the confidence and self-empowerment needed in order to fight back. (Check out Dr. Ruthless’ self-defense training for women and men @ www.dr-ruthless.com).
If all else fails, consider being prepared to respond with some type of personal protection. Remember personal protection devices like pepper spray, Mace, stun guns or TASERs are all non-lethal devices not meant to serious injure or kill a person but only to distract or throw someone off-guard enough for you to get away to safety.
You - and only you - are responsible for your life. Protect yourself and save your life!
Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!!
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Women At Risk - College Campus Safety
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Young women are heading back to college this month and for some this will be their first time away from home. If you are one who will be going off to college soon, be vigilant about your personal safety and take some steps to ensure your safety and security while at school.
One of the things you can do is take an on-campus RAD Self-Defense Training Class. This class will provide some basic self-defense tips while teaching young women self-defense techniques and tactics to protect and defense themselves against an attacker. Check with your university/college and sign up!!
More and more we hear in the news about young women who are sexually assaulted, raped, and even murdered on or around college campuses. As we send our young adults off to college, be sure to arm them with safety knowledge and safety awareness of how to protect themselves.
There may be situations on campus where you find yourself in potentially vulnerable situations - walking to a late night class alone, jogging by yourself along deserted pathways, parking in poorly lit garages or parking lots, or just being unaware of the dangers around you.
Campus Safety for College Students and Educators:
Self-Defense Knowledge and Awareness to Staying Safe
There are ways for you to stay safe on campus. As previously mentioned, most universities and college campus’ offer self-defense classes such as RAD Self-Defense. This type of training can give you a tremendous sense of confidence and self-empowerment.
You can also use campus protection or security services; always stay with others in a group-especially late at night; stay in control when drinking and partying with others; and carry some type of self-protection device such as pepper spray or mace, a personal alarm, or a TASER C2. (These are all non-lethal protection devices). Being armed with both mental and physical awareness along with some type of personal protection device could ultimately save your life if attacked or assaulted!
For personal protection options go to: www.thepersonalsecuritystore.com
Stay Alert…Stay Aware…Stay Alive!
Survival Facts From Dr. Ruthless - A Lady With A KickA Attitude!
Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive - Surviving Against An Attack!
Courtesy Of Dr. Ruthless & Rabiared
When you read information about women who have made self-defense initiatives for women their life’s work, it is inspiring to realize that there are options for women to stay safe (and stay alive) when confronted by an attacker. When you know how to fight and defend yourself against a predator, you no longer have to live in fear!
Dr. Ruthless (Melissa Soat), self-defense/black belt expert, teaches self-defense and speaks to audiences of women and men about overall self-defense techniques, awareness strategies, and how learning these skills can give you a tremendous sense of empowerment and self-confidence. I have seen Dr. Ruthless’ self-defense videos and she is one "tough" fighter. If all options are exhausted and you must fight for your life - fight back with explosive power and find that "ballistic" alter ego inside that refuses to become a victim of some predator’s assault, attack, or worse..murder.
Dr. Ruthless has an awesome DVD/Video collection entitled "Fierce & Female." It’s a practical no-nonsense program for women and teens! If you are looking for self-defense training in the comfort of your home, check out this DVD collection. Being mentally prepared and having a plan of action if attacked makes you a formidable opponent instead of a victim! Remember, the element of surprise is something the attacker is not going to expect.
The following Survival Factoid is from Dr. Ruthless collection on self-defense and safety tips.
FACT: The first few seconds of an assault (or first sign of real danger) is your best time to act, to break away. The longer a person has control over you the more difficult it becomes to facilitate escape.
Reduce the element of surprise. Ditch "tunnel vision" and develop peripheral vision! Soften your gaze and use your eyes like a sweeping wide angle lens. This can help eliminate blind spots — common angles of attack.
NEVER allow a criminal to take you to another location (not even at gunpoint; not even from the street to the backside of a building). Second locations are always far more dangerous! At a second more isolated location, criminals will have far more control over you. Go ballistic but do not "go with!"
NEVER allow yourself to be tied up! As soon as you see rope, duct tape or cord coming at you, it’s time to "go off!" Learning how could save your life!
High karate kicks that are great tush tighteners are typically impractical in real world self defense. Explosive, shorter range tools of "in fighting" and dirty tactics are more effective and likely to be called into play. (See Fierce and Female Videos. )
Commitment counts! When it comes to fighting back, "will" is as important as skill! Inner focus and resolve can enable you to blast through fear or panic. Intention combined with Killer Instinct is the Mother of Technique!
Adrenaline is a wonder drug! It staves off pain and can infuse you with supernatural powers. But if not managed or utilized efficiently, it can induce terror or panic. (“See Fight Back Against Rape”)
Don’t be afraid to make a scene: Yell! Honk! Throw a rock though a window! Do everything you can to attract attention! Whatever - DO NOT GET INTO A CAR - a second location is not going to be a good thing!
Remain vigilant while driving! Never mind your bad hair. Ambushes at vehicles can be swift and vicious. If approached while in your vehicle and you cannot see an intruder’s hands, drive away!
A moving target is harder to hit! If approached by a gunman and you can escape, RUN! Distance is your best defense! When driving, try to maintain enough room between your vehicle and the one in front to make a quick getaway. In just three seconds at 20 mph a car travels 90 feet — effectively out of range of most shooters.
Say what? Mind your words, especially when dealing with potentially explosive individuals. Use empathy ("I can hear how upset you are…") and non-inflammatory language. If you bump into a wild-eyed punk say, "Oops… I’m sorry!" versus "Outta my way butt-breath!" Warning: Never stick your face where it doesn’t belong!
Tune IN as well as outward! Honoring gut feelings — often present early in a situation or relationship — has saved many women’s lives!
Survival is hard wired! As a culture, women have "learned helplessness" and can unlearn it! Being afraid does not mean being helpless!
For more information about self-defense survival techniques go to www.dr-ruthless.com.
Remember, Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!
All Joggers & Walkers - Keep Personal Safety A #1 Priority
Are you are an avid jogger or power walker? If so, make sure your personal safety is a #1 priority as you get.jpg)
ready for your early morning or late evening jog or walk.
As you are getting ready for your jog/walk - strapping on the iPod and earphones – be aware that there may be some "crazies" around your jogging trail looking for someone just like you – happy go lucky and slightly unaware that anything “bad” could happen to you.
When jogging or walking, you may not always hear someone coming up behind you – especially with your headphones on or talking on your cell phone – so make sure you take the volume and distractions into consideration. The majority of attackers come from behind so as you pass someone and he smiles and waves, be aware, peer over your shoulder just to make sure he hasn’t switched gears in your direction and is now behind you.
The number of women joggers/walkers who have been attacked, assaulted, and even murdered over the last five years is staggering. With proper security and safety awareness, a self-defense mindset, and carrying some type of a personal protection device(s), you can become a woman warrior on the road….to better health and safety!
Here are some personal safety jogging and walking tips that can help keep you safe and alive:
1. Always be alert and aware of your surroundings and the people you are coming into contact with along the walking - jogging path.
2. If you must jog/walk alone, be aware of your surroundings especially when near secluded areas. Try to walk with a partner or take your dog along.
3. Carefully observe male jogger/walkers as you pass them. If you notice anything strange or you have an instinctively bad feeling (gut feeling), remove yourself from that situation right away. Trust your first gut instinct - it’s usually right!
4. Carry some type of personal protection/safety device – like a TASER C2, Mace Pepper Spray “Hot Walkers” walking weights, Pepper Spray, or a Personal Alarm w/lights.
5. If you have headphones on, make sure you can hear noise – like sirens or someone approaching you quickly. Don’t become so distracted with listening to your MP3, music, or talking on a cell phone that you fail to see signals of an oncoming attack. You need to stay alert and aware of what’s going on around you.
6. If you must jog/walk at night, do so in well-lit, busy areas and with a partner. Wear a reflective vest or some attire so you are visible for cars and others to see.
7. If you are wearing a halter top and short shorts – be EXTRA, EXTRA aware of others around you. We should be able to wear what we want when we want, but the fact is there are idiots out there that prey on women – especially those dressed scantily. Become knowledgeable of what to do in case of an attack. A self-defense class teaches techniques to protect and defend yourself enough to get away to safety. Consider carrying some type of personal protection AND cell phone with you when you jog or walk.
8. Let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return. If something happens and you don’t return when expected, people know where you had planned to do your jogging/walking.
Keep up your workout program of jogging or walking but be smart and always keep your personal safety first and foremost!
Remember, Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!
Here are (2) personal protection devices you might want to consider as you do your daily jogging or walking:
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TASER C2 - Non-Lethal Personal Protection For Home Or Away
The TASER C2 - Non-Lethal Personal Protection For Home & Away
Courtesy of TASER International
If the thought of being mugged, assaulted or violently attacked terrifies you, what have you done to ensure your own safety whether in your home or on the street? Many people are buying firearms (lethal weapons) in an effort to protect their home and family.
For those who don’t want to go to this extreme but still want to know they can protect themselves using non-lethal weapons - the TASER C2 is a device that has incredible takedown power and can certainly intimidate the low-life criminal.
Check out the information on the TASER C2. This personal protection device can give women (your wife, daughter, mother, or friend) a sense of empowerment, confidence, and peace of mind knowing they at least have a way to protect and defend themselves against a violent attacker or rapist.
My recommendation for women is to first take a self-defense class such as RAD Self-Defense, and learn effective techniques so you can protect and defend yourself. This training alone can give women a tremendous amount of self-confidence and the ability to fight back against an attacker.
Having a non-lethal weapon like a TASER C2 gives a secondary defensive layer of protection - being able to stun or incapacitate an attacker enough to get away to safety. (When you get your TASER, be sure to go through the TASER C2 training and follow the necessary guidelines of how to use and properly care for this device).
A note from my personal experience - like American Express, I never leave home without my TASER C2.
To purchase your own TASER C2 go to: http://www.thepersonalsecuritystore.com/taserc2.htm.
Take care, stay safe & protect your home and family.
Cheryl
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Do You Help The Guy In Need When He Asks For Money?
Times are really tough right now. The economy sucks and many people are out of work. If you are lucky enough to have a job, good for you! When companies are closing their doors and laying off people, desperate people tend to do desperate things - like rob innocent people. Of course, there are those people who are too darn lazy to even try to work because it is easier to rob and steal from others.
You read in the paper and hear on the news each day about people who are being attacked on the street, as they leave the restaurant, local pub, or shopping mall. Too many people are lax about their personal safety never even considering that a personal assault or attack may happen to them.
Today I read in the paper that a man was robbed and hit in the head with a beer bottle as he is pumping gas at a local gas station. He said that while he was pumping gas at 11 p.m. three men asked him for money. He told them he didn’t have any and the men knocked him down, assaulted him and robbed things from his truck. I’m sure this guy had not considered that this situation would be imminent.
My husband and I stopped at a McDonald’s on the Chicago toll way the other night and as we approached our car, I could see a guy coming towards my husband. My first thought was to avoid him and get inside my car. He asked my husband for money because his car had crapped out on him. First of all, if you are in dire straights like that wouldn’t you call someone you know instead hitting up a complete stranger for money - unless you have a scam on your mind? I motioned for my husband and we went straight to our car trying to avoid the man.
It really is sad that you have to react that way but these type of criminal assaults are happening regularly. It is hard to tell a real situation when someone may desperately need help from a scam where someone is trying to rob you of your cash or valuables. It is important that we all become more proactive in our personal security and safety - and know what to do to keep ourselves and our family safe wherever we are.
Here are some simple strategies to keep yourself safe when you are out and about.
1. Take a local self-defense training class. One that I highly recommend is the RAD Self-.jpg)
Defense Training. Check with your local law enforcement agency for any training they sponsor. Knowing self-defense techniques, strategies, and how to defend yourself against an attacker is a must especially in our trying times. I have always recommended self-defense classes for women but men are being attacked quite a bit lately. Where men think they can handle themselves, many of the attackers are coming in groups of 2-3 attackers on one. If you are at least trained in self-defense awareness, you stand a better chance of defending yourself even if it against 2-3 attackers.
2. Carry some type of personal protection when out on the street, especially if you are out by yourself late.jpg)
at night. Excellent non-lethal protection like Pepper Spray, Mace, TASER C2, Stun Gun, or a loud personal alarm are easy to carry in your purse or pocket and can be very effective if personally attacked or assaulted. Make sure you are well aware how to use these personal protection devices. More and more individuals are opting to carry a concealed lethal weapon like a firearm. Once again be sure to take the necessary training when you carry a firearm. This is a deadly weapon and you want to make sure you are totally in command of your weapon should an attack/assault situation happen to you.
Personal awareness is key here. Be aware of your surroundings and try not to be out late at night by yourself. Criminals are looking for individuals who look weak and vulnerable. Be sure to carry yourself with confidence and make sure you speak in a commanding voice if a stranger approaches you in a confrontational manner.
Consider your personal safety a priority at all times. There are way too many people who will have no problem assaulting you for whatever valuables or cash you may be carrying.
Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!
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