Personal safety is an important topic for everyone. Many people think that she does not depend on us, but this opinion is wrong. To protect yourself, you need to think correctly and be attentive.
Being able to stand up for yourself physically is not the only aspect of your own safety. It is equally important to be able to avoid dangerous situations. The ability not to get yourself in trouble is not only doing the right thing, but also the right way of thinking. Here are some guidelines to help you:
Avoid suspicious people and places. We saw a drunken company in the distance - turn off. We saw people approaching you with clearly not well-intentioned people - run. You shouldn't go through the dark forest, even if it will save you a lot of time. Convincing yourself that "nothing will happen to me" is a bad habit.
Be on the lookout. A simple and important rule. Develop peripheral vision, i.e. the ability to see a little more of what is already in front of you. Notice small things: people approaching you or suspicious objects left. Be attentive to what is happening around - this will allow you to react in time to the danger that has arisen. Needless to say, being distracted by a mobile phone or putting headphones in your ears is not the best way to increase attentiveness.
Don't draw too much attention to yourself. In psychology, this is called victimhood, in another way. If you are a girl, think before you wear an ultrashort skirt and walk in deserted places - the chances of attracting a potential rapist increase significantly. It is hardly worth wearing the scarf of your favorite sports club in a foreign city - the fans of the rival club do not cost anything to discourage you from doing this once and for all. When counting in front of a crowd of people a pack of bills in your own wallet, do not be surprised that you can lose this wallet later.
React without emotion. Read the crime news bulletins: often the cause of serious tragedies (conflicts, fights, even murders) are situations that are not worth a damn. Remember this. Have you stepped on your foot in the subway? Apologize and don't conflict. Have you been hit with the shoulder, even if intentionally? Move on without showing any sign. Getting involved in conflicts over little things is not at all a sign of strength, and it can lead to sad consequences: who knows what others have on their minds?
Be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. Panic is the first thing that accompanies in a critical situation. Unfortunately, it is she who often becomes the cause of troubles and even death of people. Anything can happen, up to a terrorist attack, and instead of a stupor, you should quickly form a clear plan of action. Someone will say that it is impossible to be fully prepared for this (and will be right), but being able to react to troubles is a skill that needs to be developed.
