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As a self defense instructor, I teach women the importance of remaining alert, aware of her surroundings at all times. We learn to trust our intuition and to live peacefully, while preparing to be our own line of defense. As International Women’s Day arrives may we accept the challenge to be alert. Alert to and […]
Unexpressed pain leads to hopelessness. Writing, provides a means for me to express my pain, to sort the mess out and start letting it go. Our feelings need to be expressed, they are energy in motion. If we repress, ignore or deny our feelings they don’t go away. Instead they fester and come out deeper, […]
As I am sitting here preparing for my next speaking event, the WGLA Leadership in Excellence Annual Conference, I started considering savvy safety for travel. One thought led to another and since Spring Break is just around the corner, it seems like an appropriate time to share Savvy Travel Tips. Let me know how these […]
What to do if you are home during a break in…. No one wants to consider this real possiblity. Yet, having a safety plan can really make a difference and help you and your loved ones survive. Before a Break In: Make a plan. Call a family meeting. Is everyone ambulatory? If not, […]
Strangulation is a serious and debilitating action. It is imperative you know how to counter it immediately and do so. You can pass out within seconds and die within minutes. Time IS of the essence. Don’t count on begging or pleading. Be prepared. YWCA has an informative blog post on this topic. Read it here: Strangulation. […]
SITUATIONAL AWARENESS, the practice of remaining alert in the present moment and aware of the reality of the present situation. If your reality changes and becomes dangerous, you are better able to handle and mitigate the threat, getting yourself to safety. Respect and listen to, act on your intuition. Rate your level of situational awareness […]
The month of Love… Last year I wrote about Love and 50 Shades of Grey. You can read it here: 50 Shades… My views haven’t changed; coersion, stalking, and/or controlling another person is NOT love; not in teen relationships, not in adult relationships, not in heterosexual relationships, not in homosexual relationships. NOT EVER! February is also […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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… […]
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 […]
