Women are the targets of violence by a 9 to 1 margin over men.
Everything from rape to domestic violence to street assaults to robberies even home invasions, women are the preferred targets.
It has always been that way and it will always be that way.
So what are women to do? They can start by accepting the fact and taking proactive steps to improve their personal safety and personal security.
When we talk about self defense for women there are several things you can do starting with learning some basic self defense techniques-the foundation for any self defense program.
So that would be number one.
1.
Self-defense techniques.
Learn some and practice them until they become second nature.
2.
Self-confidence.
In the way you carry yourself the way you walk.
Learning the self-defense techniques will help with number one above.
3.
Go in twos.
There is strength in numbers.
So get used to going places with a friend.
4.
Avoid dark places.
Unlit streets, darkened stairways and office buildings, darkened parking lots are some good examples.
Criminals love to hide out in dark places.
They don't call it the dark side for nothing.
Avoid them at all costs.
5.
Self defense products.
Learn what they can do and choose one or two that will work for you.
A minimal investment of $50.
00 will get you a personal alarm and a powerful stun gun these days.
Certainly your life is worth that.
6.
Along with the self-defense techniques practice using your self defense products.
You want it to be a reflexive action.
When the time comes, and it will come, your reaction will be automatic.
The seconds you save may save your life.
Follow these six potentially life saving tips and personal safety tips to improve your personal security on the streets and at home.