Every two minutes someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted, 60% are not reported to the police. It's also important to know 70-80% of victims know their assailants.
Tips:
- Trust your instincts. It is our built in alarm system, and warn you of possible dangers. Many as I do, believe God equips us with tools unseen like instincts, conscience, and intuition so if something doesn't feel right or you are uncomfortable don't ignore or dismiss those feelings. I say it's ok to be rude or mean in order for someone potentially harmful to stay away, better be safe than sorry!
- Keep your car and house doors locked at all times.
- Always beware of your surroundings, be careful in public at night and always look people in the eye to identify them and be assertive.
- Walk confidently, don't wear headphones, or have music on low so you can hear what's going on around you. Pay attention to where exactly you're at (streets, intersection, restaurant, businesses etc.)
- If you feel someone is following you, be sure to get a good look at them for description later if needed, DO NOT confront them but you can ask a question like "What time is it" rapist have stated a women that makes small talk throws them off, it takes away the element of surprise.
- Most rapist said they would leave a women alone if she looked them in the eyes, or showed signs she'd fight back.
- Keep a small weapon (legally!) pepper spray is good too. Hold your keys between your fingers as a possible weapon if you need to hit anybody.
- If you're confronted by a robber and they ask for your purse, wallet or belongings DON'T give it to them, toss it aside chances are they are more concerned with your stuff than you, it could cause a distraction for escape.
Ladies be safe, and we are all each others keeper. Meaning let's look after one another and share this information.
Peace, Love, and Strength
T. Davis
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