The following article is from a blog I came across. I am sharing it with permission, as is stated in the final paragraph. You may or may not agree with everything Andrea shares. At least be open and do your own resesarch, then, make your health a priority. Sleep, quantity and quality, is imperative to […]
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Enjoy fun and festivites! I hope you are making time to be with those who inspire and empower you. While being savvy about safety is a daily activity, here are a few specific thoughts to keep in mind. Check previous posts for more on travel safety. We covered travel safety in November. Shopping or dining: Keep
In the big picture of life, being scammed out of a few bucks is “a little thing”. When we look at the potential “What ifs” our “Creeper Meeter” should be in alert mode. You have just walked out of the movie theater. You are in your car and lock the door. Before you leave…. What
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Home invasions are invasive and dangerous. Creating the habit of locking all of your doors and windows greatly reduces the opportunity. To some, this is a natural habit already. For others it bears repeating. College Station, TX has been experiencing home invasions. The intruder has entered unlocked doors. Women have awakened to a man standing
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Savvy Safety Whether you opt to Trick-or-Treat or attend a community event here are Six Savvy Safety tips. S: Swords, knives, and other costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible. A: Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult. F: Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you. E: Enter or Excuse…
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5 Halloween Tips, No Tricks Costumes, Candy and Family Critters Family canines may think they need to protect their home and loved ones. The scary costumes and/or mean pranksters could be frightening for your furry critters. Keep your pet away from the front door if Trick-or-Treaters are coming by. No candy for your critters! Packaging
KUTA– Keep Up The Awareness Parking Lot Safety It was with a sad heart and because of an incident in a community where many of my friends and family live, that I write this blog today. http://abc13.com/news/police-assault-suspect-at-large-after-woman-raped-in-magnolia-parking-lot/1054738/ Parking lots are one of the top three locations women are assaulted. Knowing this simple fact should make
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Being a miner includes operating equipment, excavating, loading and transporting natural materials. They work underground and in open mines. Being a real estate agent includes studing property listings, interviewing prospective clients, accompaning clients to property site, discussing conditions of sale, and drawing up real estate contracts. Which career do you think has the highest rate of
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It was Just Another Morning… Every day seems like just another day. We get up and go through our morning routines, fulfill our obligations and come home to unwind and enjoy restorative sleep. All is well when the rest of the world allows us to carry on with life the way we plan. However, we
Seldom are women aware of the potential danger that comes with using a public restroom. “It never even occurred to me that it wouldn’t be safe to be in a restroom,” said the Indianapolis woman who asked not to be identified. The top three locations women are assaulted are at home, parking lots/garages and public restrooms. We
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What does Confidence look like? Confidence is your verbal and most importantly non-verbal communication. It is taking up space, like your hands on your hips. Making eye contact and fronting the person you are speaking with. Fronting is directing your toes and torso toward the person. Have you ever thought “Confidence, some people have it and
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KUTA Kids WIN! Real Life Skills for Children “As a teacher you are energetic, dynamic, approachable and very knowledgeable. It’s easy to see this is your passion and you truly want women to learn and be safe. When I was 13, I was sexually assaulted. If I had known the techniques I do now, that
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Host a Presentation in Your Community or at Your Workplace! Class Options: Host an interactive self-protection presentation Introducing women to Smartsafe training. These seminars are ideal for communities or organizations that have an interest in developing an ongoing Smartsafe program. Lecture and Demonstration Participants will learn a new approach to personal security, including awareness and
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This post is for those who are struggling due to surviving a toxic childhood. If you had the good fortune and luxury of a healthy and loving relationship with your dad, may this post serve to help you gain insight. It is no secret that I am a survivor of childhood domestic violence and sexual
“Your story does not have to define you, you can come out on the other side.” ~Debby Madera “I was about 6 years old, with three younger brothers, when my world turned upside down. My mom divorced my dad, we moved to El Paso and she remarried. My mom’s new husband was a high school teacher and
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So much information out there, and educated awareness has been displacing my childhood and societal teachings. I have come to the computer today with the recent observation. One person will feel inclined to whistle at or make suggestive statements regarding someone’s attactiveness based on what is being worn. The same mindset leads to comments about a woman
Stepping Stones From Skeletons is an ongoing series on my blog: KUTA Empowered Women. This is a platform for survivors to encourage, inspire and share so other survivors can find their own voice. #NoMoreSilence Thank you for sharing your strength and your voice Raquel. I am prepared to blog about what happened to me
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Random? What do you think? Man broke into a home and tried to sexually assault a woman. Frankfort police said it happened just after 6 Friday morning at a home on Hawthorne Drive. The victim said her husband had just left for work and she was getting ready for her day when someone broke into her home. Police said
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Are you like a runner? I have several friends who are. They really enjoy the benefits of hitting the path. For some, this includes zoning out and escaping the mental focus our daily activities require of us. Unfortunately, our community had a couple of incidents with women being attacked. Here is a recap from a recent
The woman was pinned to the ground by her attacker, who straddled her. She was screaming when the door of the train car opened at the North and Clybourn stop. Another man boarded the car. She screamed for help, hoping the man would do something. But, she told police, the man took off. Police said no
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