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 before the fight or flight stage. It happens in the tiny choices you make every day. I call these micro decisions.
“How do I get out if someone grabs me like this?” This question usually comes from women, especially when they worry about being pinned down by a man in a rape situation.
When it comes to personal safety, people often look for shortcuts, a gadget or gizmo they can carry that will “guarantee” their security. Unfortunately, some of the most popular self defense tools on the market look good in advertisements but fail miserably in real world attacks.