Monday, October 8, 2007
Safety
Documentary crime shows on tv are usually dreadful. But there was a terrific edition of Kimberly Gilfoyle's show on Sunday. She emphasized positive action and what people did who lived through and survived some horrific things. At least this time, the emphasis was upbeat and strong. None of these survivors of dreadful events recommend living fearfully or with trepidation. Here's what they agreed on:

   1. don't trust people blindly,
   2. tell people where you are and where you will be,
   3. trust your instincts especially if you're feeling paranoid; bad things can happen,
   4. be strong,
   5. choose awareness,
   6. don't be quiet or feel "less than".

And three invaluable websites:
   -- http://www.girlsfightback.org/ -- how to defend and stand up for oneself, physically and emotionally; it lists where to take self-defense classes.
   -- http://www.anordinaryjourney.com/-- the author talks about her astonishing life and fantastic attitude of joy, along with many links and resources.
   -- http://www.sboard.org/resources.htm -- a wonderful resource itself that lists safe places in every state.

No one's alone or defenseless. We don't need to be attacked or injured, physically or emotionally. We do need to believe in and protect ourselves.

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