crime prevention
Women’s Self Defense – Can Fighting Be Taught in a Book?
Monday, December 7th, 2009A recent customer was unhappy with my book. He had bought it for his mother and he was disappointed that it was not chock full of pictures and illustrations.
He was looking for a book of techniques for one-to-one fighting.
And he was right. He was in the wrong place, because my book does not get into [...]
Women’s Self Defense: Don’t Let Technology Be Used Against You
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009The great technology devices you carry can work against you if your pocketbook or car is stolen.
I haven’t been able to confirm whether the following story is true or apocryphal, but it does contain some valuable lessons.
A woman’s pocketbook was stolen. It contained her GPS, cell phone, wallet, credit cards…
When she was finally able to [...]
Both Burglars and Predators Case their Prey
Saturday, November 21st, 2009I liken the way a predator checks out his victim to a burglar casing a home.
In both cases, the people involved are attempting to commit a crime – they want to take something that doesn’t belong to them and/or cause harm in the process.
Because the activities are illegal, the predators want to act quickly, quietly, [...]
Violence against Women – Fighting as a Way to End the Cycle of Abuse
Sunday, October 25th, 2009Fighting back can actually stop the cycle of abuse that often propagates itself. Maybe if more girls and women learned to defend themselves physically by harming their attackers instead of walking away or crying then maybe they could begin to turn the tide of abuse from themselves and women in general. Maybe if boys and [...]
Self Defense Tactic – Sing the Star Spangled Banner
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009What can you do if you find yourself in a confrontation with a criminal?
That will depend on your situation. But one tactic you can employ if there are other people around is to make noise.
Attract attention from anyone you can. The first thing he will say to you is “don’t scream or I’ll kill you”. [...]
Self Defense for Women Tip – Don’t Dress Like a Target
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009An easy self defense tip for women is to avoid dressing like a target.
It is really fun to dress up with fun jewelry and gorgeous shoes, but they make you easy prey.
Conspicuous jewelry and clothing brings attention to you and opens yourself up to an attack if you flaunt it while walking down the street. [...]
Self Defense and Attitude
Tuesday, October 20th, 2009Self Defense for both women and men is more than carrying pepper spray in your hand. And sometimes easier, too. Having the right attitude can go far to ensure your safety on the street and prevent yourself from becoming a crime victim.
Do not act like an easy target. Walk with confidence and purpose. If an attacker [...]
Women’s Self Defense – What To Do When a Predator Spots You?
Monday, October 19th, 2009If a predator or street criminal is focusing on you, one way to thwart his efforts is to run towards people. Surround yourself with as many people as you can so get to a crowded place like a mall or a store as soon as you possibly can. And attract attention from anyone you can.
Another [...]
Crime Prevention – What is Predator Behavior?
Sunday, October 18th, 2009If crime prevention professionals advise you to watch for predators, then how do you spot one? What is predator behavior?
A predator or would-be criminal will stop and look around for witnesses. They will often make several passes by the prey in a sort of ‘dry run,’ seeing if the victim will react or to get [...]
How Not to be a Victim? Look out for Predators
Saturday, October 17th, 2009How do you prevent yourself from being a victim?
The first rule in self-defense is to not put yourself into a situation that would put you in danger. And the easiest way to do that is to stay aware of people in your surroundings.
Not surprisingly, criminals exhibit predatory behavior in preparing to attack. They will try to [...]