safety precautions | beyond self defense

One of my favorite weapons is the kubotan. I prefer the ones made with metal alloy because they hold up well, are strong and reliable, and will not break when you use them.

The kubotan is a handy weapon that can be carried as a keychain. Much more effective than using your keys, and you will always have it with you when you need it.

The techniques for using a kubotan can be used as effectively with pens, toothbrushes, the handle on eating utensils, sticks – anything that is handy will work just as effectively. Tactical pens are used in the same way.

The thing about carrying a weapon is it is never there when you need it. You have to reach for a gun or open your knife, but when you attach your keys to your kubotan, you have it in your hand, ready to go.
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woman knees man in groin — Check out those heels. A perfect weapon.

Why learn self-defense?

What is the value of knowing how to defend yourself? Women are at a greater daily risk for assault than men. How many precautions do you take during the day to assure your safety?

Do you carry your keys ready to strike, check your backseat before getting into the car, park in a lighted area, never go out alone after dark? Here are four things most women do every day as second nature. Do men take these kinds of precautions?

It is a brave woman who will come forth and talk about a rape to a room full of men who have no clue what she is feeling. A room full of men who have had their own sexual exploits have taken advantage of their fair share of women.

A man has his fun, his fling, and forgets about the woman he’s hurt. She is the one that carries the memory.

Rape violates our very essence, the core of our existence. Continue reading “Why Learn Self-Defense” →