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
Living in a Bubble: How Security Estates Create Careless Residents and Easy Targets
Why Estates Feel Safe – But Aren’t In South Africa many people believe that moving into a residential estate, wildlife estate or lifestyle estate will keep them safe. They see the high walls, the electric …more
Micro Decisions That Save Lives
When people think about self defense they often imagine a violent attack where they must fight back or run for their lives. The truth is that the most important part of staying safe happens long …more
Threat Scan: A Simple Tool You Can Use Every Day to Stay Safe
Most people have heard the term situational awareness at some point, especially in safety talks or self defence classes. The problem is that it sounds complicated and military. Ordinary people are often left wondering: What exactly must I …more
How to Verbally De-Escalate Conflict: Proven Tips for Calming Angry People
Conflict can happen anywhere in the workplace, at a customer service desk, or even in your day-to-day life. When emotions run high, things can escalate quickly. Verbal de-escalation is the skill of using words and …more
How to Stop Freezing When a Criminal Confronts You
Many people wonder how they would react if a criminal suddenly confronted them. The truth is that fear is natural. Your body reacts with a rush of adrenaline and sometimes this makes you freeze. Freezing …more
Can a Knife Beat a Gun? The Truth About the 21 Foot Rule
Most people believe a gun always wins against a knife. After all, a bullet travels faster than a person can run. But here is the shocking truth: if someone with a knife is within 21 …more
How Criminals ‘Interview’ You Without You Knowing — And Why It Could Save Your Life
Most violent crimes in South Africa don’t happen by chance. Criminals rarely act completely on impulse. Before they attack, they often carry out what experts call the “interview process.” This is the stage where criminals …more
Why Fancy Moves Will Fail When You Need Them Most
Why Complicated Self Defence Fails in Real Life If you are attacked in real life, your brain will not politely wait while you remember that cool move you learned at training. It will throw you …more
How to Build a Safe Room That Could Save Your Family’s Lives
If you live in South Africa — especially on a farm or in a rural area — you need to accept one hard fact: when an attack happens, you’re on your own for a while. …more