Violence Can Find You Even If You Hate It
Many of us like to believe that if we stay out of trouble, trouble will stay away from us. We think that if we are kind and peaceful, the world will treat us the same …more
From the Boardroom to the Back Alley: How Corporate Stress Reduces Your Defensive Awareness
Most people think of self defence as something physical. We imagine punches, kicks or escape moves. But real self defence starts in the mind. Your ability to stay alert, read situations and react fast is …more
Use Your Furniture To Outsmart an Attacker
Most people think of self defence as fighting skills. But in real life, you are usually surrounded by furniture. A desk, a chair, a table, or a counter can all help you protect yourself and …more
When “Helpful” Hurts – The Hidden Risk Behind Friendly Strangers
When we think of danger, most of us picture the obvious: a shady character on the street, someone acting suspicious, or a loud drunk causing trouble. But the truth is that real predators know how …more
One Look Can Change Everything
We often think of self defense as punches, kicks or pepper spray. But one of the most powerful tools you already have is your eyes. The way you look at someone can calm a situation, …more
When Your Outfit Becomes Your Weakness
Looking good should never come at the cost of your safety. Yet the clothes and accessories we choose every day can either help us escape danger or hold us back when it matters most. Attackers …more
How Headphones Turn Runners into Easy Targets
For many people jogging with earphones is the perfect escape. The rhythm of the music pushes you forward and helps you switch off from the stress of the day. But that same soundtrack that motivates …more
When Being Polite Becomes Dangerous
Most of us grew up being told to be polite, to respect our elders, to not make a scene and to never be rude. In daily life this often works out fine. But when it …more
Think Before You Share: Social Media Can Put You in Danger
We like to think that danger is something that happens in the street, late at night or in a dark parking lot. The truth is that many criminals start their hunt long before you ever …more
Picking Yourself Up After an Attack
Listen, if you have been attacked and you managed to defend yourself, you already proved something important: you are stronger than you thought. But I know that afterwards the mind can play tricks on you. …more
