Self-Defense Is Controlling Your Personal Safety & Protection

When Seconds Count…The Police Are Only Minutes Away

When you read the daily newspaper or watch the nightly news, it seems all you hear about are personal assaults/ attacks, robberies, home burglaries and home invasion robbery crimes.

Crime is running rampant and where are the local police when you really need them?? The police certainly can’t be everywhere plus protect you and your family 24/7!! What that means is your personal security and the safety of your family is basically your responsibility. So what do you do??

Devise A Personal Safety Plan That Includes Self-Defense & Safety Awareness Training

First - have a personal safety plan that spells out what to do if you are faced with a threatening or deadly scenario and how you plan to protect yourself and your family. Have you taken a self-defense class so you know tactics, techniques, and strategies to protect and defend yourself? That is a recommended first step. Women in general need to have the basic knowledge of how to fight off an attacker if it goes that far.

A self-defense class gives lots of great information from using strong voice inflection, proper ways to carry yourself that depicts confidence, intuitional awareness, and defensive techniques and strategies to use if confronted by a potential attacker. The ultimate goal of a personal attack is to defend yourself enough to throw off an attacker and escape to safety.

Knowing self-defense tactics can give a person a sense of self-confidence and empowerment, but what if the attacker gets the upper hand? You may need a secondary level of defense to protect yourself. That may be personal protection in the form of non-lethal protection, i.e., pepper spray, mace, stun gun, etc. and for others that personal protection may be a lethal firearm weapon. Every personal attack or assault will be different but one thing is for sure - the criminal committing the crime is most likely using some kind of lethal weapon meant to hurt or kill his victim.

C2 TASER - Non-Lethal Personal Protection To Stun An Attacker Enough To Get Away To Safety

One of my favorite personal protection devices is the TASER C2. This small personal protection device can easily fit into a purse or pocket and should only be used if you are threatened by a criminal attacker. TASERs are not legal in every state so check your state’s legality before purchasing. The TASER has a pretty good record for dropping the "bad" guy quickly if attacked. Checkout this video to see the effectiveness of the C2 TASER. This may be one personal protection device that fits into your safety plan.

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Add The C2 TASER Into Your Personal Safety Protection Plan

The new TASER C2 series has almost 100% effectiveness rating. It combines the injury reducing benefits of traditional stun technology with a quantum leap in stopping power via new Electro-Muscular Disruption (EMD) technology. In police studies, the new TASER C2 has a higher instant incapacitation rate than a 9mm hand gun. The TASER C2 shoots out 2 darts attached to 15 feet of wire. 50,000 volts travels over the wires and over-rides the central nervous system providing incredible takedown power.

To order the C2 TASER go to www.thepersonalsecuritystore.com/taserc2.htm

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Avoid Being A Crime Victim-7 Personal Awareness Safety Tips!

Video Courtesy of Bakersfield PD

We all seem to live such a fast-paced life. We are constantly on the run - from work to the gym, taking the kids to school functions, sporting events, going to after work functions, and the list goes on and on. Being so busy and distracted we can sometimes forget "little" things that are simple, common-sense safety awareness guidelines. We know them, we know what we should be doing, but because we’re preoccupied we forget. It’s that one time you forget that could cause you to end up being a victim of a criminal assault or attack.

Here are seven (7) safety tips to consider when you are out by yourself or even if you are with someone. With the number of personal robberies and assaults happening in communities across the USA, we need to be armed with the knowledge and ability to protect ourselves wherever we are!

7 Personal Awareness Safety Tips To Remember Wherever You Are!

1. Be fully aware of your surroundings and totally alert as you walk to your car. Avoid being complacent and not paying attention when walking alone. This means avoid talking on your cell phone, or listening to your iPod/MP3 player when going to your car in a parking lot, covered parking garage, or walking alone at night. The distracted or preoccupied person is exactly who an attacker is looking for as his next victim.

2. Have your keys in your hand and ready as you walk to the car. Be prepared to use your keys as a weapon if you are assaulted or attacked. A great secondary weapon would be to carry some type of legal personal protection like pepper spray, mace, stun gun or TASER. Know how to use your keys as a weapon and/or personal protection for self-defense.

3. Remotely unlock only the driver door when near your car. If you have a newer car, you are able to remotely unlock the doors from a certain distance away. Wait until you are near the car before you unlock the driver side door. If you press the remote button more than once it unlocks all doors. You don’t want a criminal who may be following or watching you attempt to get into your car. When unlocking your door, always be observant to who is around. Once inside your car, immediately lock the doors.

4. Before getting into your car (especially at night) make sure no one is hiding inside. Carry a loud personal alarm with a flashlight built in so you can easily check inside the car at night. Many people are not in the habit of locking their car doors. They should develop this safety habit . Don’t make it too easy for the criminal to find an unlocked car, hide inside, and wait to attack his unsuspecting victim. Always lock your car doors.

5. Don’t leave valuables unattended. Criminals love an opportunity and if they see a package or purse unattended they may decide to rip it off. When unloading shopping packages, groceries or strapping your baby inside the car, put your purse in the front seat area first. Always be aware and monitor who is nearby. This can help you avoid being attacked.

6. Be ready to run for your life if confronted by an attacker. If you’re going to be shopping for hours, be sure to wear comfortable shoes…and that’s not high heels. If you are attacked going to your car, you may not be able to get away quickly if you’re wearing 3” high heels. Keep in mind that if attacked your main goal is to disable the attacker enough to quickly get away to safety. And that means running like crazy. Nix the heels for some comfortable shoes. Think safety first.

7. Avoid parking near large vehicles, lots of high shrubbery to hide in, or up close to a building – especially when by yourself. If you are walking to your car alone after dark in an unlit area covered with shrubs, you may become a target for an attacker looking for an easy victim. If you can’t find a parking spot and end up parking in a "bad" location, have a trusted friend or ask the mall security to walk you to your car (if you are at the shopping mall).

These seem like such simple common sense tips, but it’s amazing how people forget - then end up being a victim of a robbery or criminal attack. Develop your own personal safety plan so these tips are engrained and automatically become a habit.

Stay Aware… Stay Alert… Stay Alive!

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Mall Parking Lot Safety During The Holiday Season

Black Friday is on November 27, 2009 and officially kicks off the holiday shopping season. Your safety and security while out shopping, enjoying the holiday festivities, and entertaining should be high on your priority list.

With the number of personal assaults, carjackings, robberies, home burglary and home invasion robbery crimes increasing at this time of year, it is imperative that you consider some personal safety strategies as you enjoy this special time of the year.

Here are some personal safety tips for staying safe as you leave the mall and head to your car in the mall parking lot. Keep in mind that this is where potential criminals may be hanging out waiting for unsuspecting victims.

It’s important to be alert as you are shopping and to notice if anyone seems to be "eyeing you" or following you a little too closely. If you are shopping in a highend store buying high dollar gifts, you may be a "target of opportunity" for the would-be criminal perpetrator. Crank up your intuitive antenna a little this holiday season. Times are tough for many people and turning to crimes like personal robberies in easy locations - like the shopping malls or mall parking lots - are on the rise!!

Please pass this information on to other women you know. Thanks.

7-Safety Tips For Mall Parking Lot Safety During The Holiday Season

1. Be aware and alert to your surroundings at all times as you are going to your car. Notice who is hanging around the parking lot - especially at night. If you are talking away on your cell phone and not paying attention to what’s going on around you, you are exactly the person the perpetrator is looking to attack. You may think you are aware, but in reality you aren’t. You may not be able to respond to a person attack as quickly if you aren’t clearly paying attention. A young lady with arms full of packages and bags trying to find her vehicle is the criminal’s ideal "target" Especially if she is alone talking away on her cell phone. Be fully aware and totally alert as you walk to your car.

2. Have your keys in your hands and be prepared to use your them as a weapon if you are assaulted or attacked. Your keys can be a good weapon to ward off an attacker if used appropriately. Another secondary weapon would be to carry pepper sprayor mace on your keychain. If you carry personal protection, know how to properly use it and ensure you are following local laws in your area. A personal alarm with a 130 decibel alarm combined with a flashlight is another excellent protection device that would alert anyone nearby that you need help. If you are shopping at night, this would allow you to see inside your car and illuminate UNDER your vehicle as you approach. If there is someone underneath the car, he might not have the strength to hold onto your leg or ankle from such an awkward position. (However, in a severe assault if someone tries to slice one of your achilles tendons before you realize he is there…you may not be able to walk). Walk to your car with confidence, be prepared, and have some type of personal protection.

3. As you near your car, only unlock the driver’s side door with your remote. If you have a newer car, you can probably unlock your car from quite a distance away. Wait until you are fairly close to your car before unlocking the door and then only unlock your side. When you press the remote button more than once, it will unlock all doors. Don’t give a lurking perpetrator the ability to quickly enter the passenger side of your car.

4. Before getting into your car (especially at night), check to make sure there is not someone hiding inside. As mentioned a dual personal alarm with a loud siren and built-in flashlight will allow you to check inside your car at night. Many people are not in the habit of locking their car doors making it extremely easy for a predator to get inside your car and wait for you. Get into the habit of always locking your doors when exiting your car.

5. Don’t leave your valuables unattended. This is a great time for the criminal to rip off your packages or your purse. If you’re trying to get a baby strapped into the seat, look around to see who is nearby. If it looks okay, get your child strapped in and then put your valuables in the backseat or trunk. Always be looking around and monitoring the situation. You don’t want to give someone the ability to force you into your car OR the trunk because you were not closely paying attention. Remember these creeps are opportunistic -don’t make it easy for them!!

6. If you’re going to be shopping for awhile, be sure to wear comfortable shoes…and that’s not high heels. If you are attacked as you head to your car, you may not be able to get away quickly if you have on 3” high heels. Nix the heels for some comfortable shows. Think safety first.

7. Avoid parking near large vehicles or shrubbery or up close to a building – especially if you are by yourself. If you are walking out to your car alone late at night to an unlit area covered with shrubs, you may become a target for some predator looking for an easy prey. If you can’t find a parking spot and have to park there, come back before it gets too dark and move the car closer to the entrance. Or you could have the mall security walk you to your car. When returning to your vehicle, be leery of large vans or utility type vans with sliding doors parked right next - almost too close - to your drivers side of your car. If your gut tells you this doesn’t feel right, go back into the mall and have security escort you out to your car. If you decide to get in without security, do so from the passenger side but make sure you lock doors immediately upon entering and exit the parking lot right away. Remember to listen to your intuition - your gut!

One thing that I would like to encourage women (and men) is to take some type of self-defense training or personal safety awareness training. Knowing the right techniques and strategies to protect and defend yourself in a personal assault, attack, or carjacking may very well save your life.

There you have it - simple Personal Safety Tips for holiday mall shopping that can keep you safe…and alive!!

Remember..Stay Aware..Stay Alert..Stay Alive!! Happy Holidays!

For all your personal protection needs - i.e., Pepper Spray, Mace, Stun Guns, TASERs, or the 4 n 1 Emergency Tool, go to www.thepersonalsecuritystore.com.

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Violent Carjacking Crime & The 4 In 1 Emergency Tool - Part I

WARNING CRIMINAL ALERT

Carjacking Robbery - Latest Violent Crime. Be Aware/Be Alert/Be Prepared!

The local South Bend Tribune newspaper had an article about two 18 and 19-year old college sophomores who were victims of a robbery and carjacking Thursday night near their apartment. They both were robbed and then stuffed into the trunk of the student’s vehicle.

The students were arriving back to their apartment about 10:40 p.m. Thursday evening. As they got out of the car they were surrounded by four young men - one of which was carrying a gun. The robbers demanded the student’s money, wallets, bank access numbers, and debit/credit cards. The students were told if they didn’t do what the carjackers wanted they were going to be shot and thrown into the river that flows through town. They were then stuffed into the trunk of the car.

The four punks then stole the vehicle with the students in the trunk. As they were driving the vehicle at about 1:30 a.m Friday, police officers noticed the car’s high-beam headlights were staying on and started following the vehicle. A chase ensued and the punks crashed the car into a fence and ran away. Police officers were not able to catch the criminals; however, the students in the trunk were safely rescued.

One of the students said, "You never think that a carjacking will happen to you. We were kind of blindsided. I don’t know how you could have prepared." Well, that’s pretty much what everyone says after they’ve become a victim of a crime. Whether it’s a personal assault, physical attack, home invasion, or home burglary - people say they never thought it would happen to them.

How you avoid a crime like this from happening to you "IS" to be PREPARED!! Be alert, be aware of your surroundings, be prepared and stay alive! Realize that violent crime is infecting every community and you need to understand that it could happen to you. Don’t get into the mindset that "it won’t happen to me!"

Here is a 4 in 1 Emergency Tool that is clearly a lifesaver and should be in everyone’s car - both in the front seat area and the trunk of your car. This may be your first step to being prepared.

Here’s how the 4 in 1 Emergency Tool functions and can provide added security for you:

It has a super bright flashlight that can be used at night in any situation. (Think of being in the trunk of your car - it would come in extra handy).
It has a blinking emergency light that activates automatically upon removal from its base. (Again, a great tool if you are stuck in the trunk of your car).
If you are trapped in your car or the trunk of your car, the unit acts as a hammer to break the window out for an escape or can be used to break out the tail lights. (Once again, great tool to have in the trunk).
The 4 in 1 Emergency Tool also has a blade that can cut the seat belt in case you are trapped. This tool can also cut through the duct tape that was used to wrap your wrists with. (Don’t you think this would be a great tool to have in the trunk of your car?).

Lastly, because the 4 in1 Emergency Tool can be used as a hammer, it can also be used as a weapon to fight off a carjacker who plans to do you harm. Most carjackers, kidnappers, or those who abduct their victims by throwing them into the trunk of a vehicle and taking them to a second location usually don’t live to tell about it. Be prepared to fight back if it means saving your life!

This is a versatile tool with four great uses in your car. Because of the pricing people should have a 4 in 1 Emergency Tool in both the front seat (maybe under the seat) and in the trunk of your car.

Also you might want to consider carrying Personal Protection such as Pepper Spray, Mace, Stun Gun, TASER C2, or Personal Alarm. Check out all personal protection products at http://www.ThePersonalSecurityStore.com

Order the 4 in 1 Emergency Tool today @ http://www.ThePersonalSecurityStore.com/emergencytool.htm

Remember, Stay Aware…Stay Alert…Stay Alive!!

Part II - Understanding The Crime Of Violent Carjackings

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Women At Risk-In Home Sales Safety & Self-Defense

Are you an outside sales representative who goes into people’s home as part of your job? For the most part you are going into a complete stranger’s home. Do you take the necessary precautions to ensure your personal safety when you are on the job? Do you carry any type of personal protection device or have you taken a self-defense class? Do you have a Personal Safety Plan so you know what do if physically attacked or assaulted? You should be answering these questions because women are coming face to face with these types of scenarios every day.

The In-Home Sales Consultant has potentially more risk than the traditional sales position because you are going into a complete stranger’s home. This may be your first time at meeting this potential customer. Perhaps you have not even spoken over the telephone because the appointment was preset for you. The unknown is sometimes the danger factor. Other factors that determine the vulnerability of this type of position can depend upon the type of product you are selling and who you will be meeting with - male or female alone or a husband and wife team.

If at all possible, call your appointment to confirm, get driving directions, or to get at least a feel for your upcoming meeting. A lot of times just a quick conversation can instinctively let you know this appointment will be fine or it may tell you that you better take someone with you… just in case.

Are you selling home security systems or draperies and blinds to a homeowner? The home security professional may be meeting with the most upstanding citizen in one meeting but in another situation may be meeting with a major drug dealer (homeowner) who needs the ultimate security because of the criminal element they are involved with. You can just imagine which sales position may be more vulnerable and require a higher level of safety.

It is always best to have your personal safety and security as priority number one as you enter and move about your prospect’s (stranger’s) home. Take a few minutes to discuss what you will be looking at inside the home, get to know your prospect and let them know you, look to see where the entry/exit doors are located and always let the homeowner lead the way throughout the home. If your instincts tell you something is wrong, be sure to listen and wrap the meeting up immediately.

Why carrying personal protection with you is so important.

A violent situation can happen anywhere at anytime, even in a prospect’s home. Be sure to arm yourself with some type of self-defense and safety awareness training. And always carry personal protection like pepper/mace spray or a personal alarm with you. You can easily carry pepper spray in your pocket, briefcase, portfolio, on your keys, or in your purse. It’s better to be proactive and safe than attacked or murdered.

For all your Personal Protection Product needs go to http://www.ThePersonalSecurityStore.com

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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!!

For all your Personal Protection products - like Pepper Spray, Mace, TASER C2’s, Stun Guns - Go to: www.ThePersonalSecurityStore.com

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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 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

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Women At Risk - College Campus Safety

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!

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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 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:

Mace Hot-Walkers

Personal Alarm w/Light

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Ann Pressly’s Legacy - CBS Talks To Ann’s Father

Here is an interview that Harry Smith, CBS, had with Ann Pressly’s father. She was the young anchorwoman from Arkansas who was murdered in her home last week. It is a very touching interview and you will learn how Ann will continue to live on for a long time.

Courtesy of CBS

For all woman (and men) who live alone, please make your home security and your personal safety a top priority. I can’t say enough about how important a home security system can be in alerting the homeowner to an intrusion, making a tremendous amount of noise to scare off an intruder, and notifying the alarm company to immediately send the police.

The alarm system is a perimeter barrier to keep the average criminal out of your home. If they are intent on coming in anyway because they are on drugs or just plain whacked out, you need to consider what personal protection you can use as a secondary layer of protection. There are some excellent non-lethal personal protection products to chose from. Choose to protect yourself!!

Again, our condolenses to the Ann Pressly family.

Remember, Stay Aware….Stay Alert…Stay Alive!!!

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