H.I.T. Self Defense

Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to talk to a lot of people who were the victims of violent crimes. One of the most common themes I’ve come across: “you know, I just felt like something was wrong… I just felt like something bad was about to happen.” Those are your instincts talking to you. We have a very unique set of senses that give us clear warning signs before an attack is about to occur. More often than not, we dismiss these warning signs as simple paranoia. Listen to your instincts, if something feels wrong, more often than not, it usually is: maybe it’s the smell of fresh cigarette smoke while your walking to your car in a parking garage; or the individual you see sitting in his car while you are walking by; or maybe something as simple as that eerie feeling you get when you feel like your safety is in danger. Prep yourself - what’s the worst thing that can happen? The more alert you are of your surroundings, the less vulnerable you look to a predator. Also, when you pay attention to your instincts you can practice ‘When/Then thinking’ - when this happens, then I’ll do that. Let’s look at the example above. You’re taking a walk outside and there’s an individual sitting in his car. Something doesn’t feel right. You start thinking, ‘if he gets out of his car and starts to follow me, then I’ll do this’ (e.g. walk across the street and go into the coffee shop).

iPods and cell phones: let me say this again - when you are listening to your iPod or talking on your cell phone you dramatically limit the ability of your senses to warn you of danger. Whether you’re exercising outdoors or walking to your car in the mall parking lot. Give yourself a better chance to recognize a potentially dangerous situation. Think about it: if you were a predator, who would you target?

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