PREVENT
HOW TO MAINTAIN LEVEL YELLOW Consistently visualize scenarios of yourself being threatened. Then, think of how you will react. Mentally seeing yourself fight back will help prepare you physically should the situation occur. Use tangible items to remind yourself. Adopt the color yellow with stickers, folders, or wristbands and strategically place these on the door jam, dashboard, mirror, workplace desk, etc.
DISTANCE
Distance will help maintain your safety. We recommend 12 feet minimum between you and a stranger because this gives you time to react if needed. At that distance, the attacker must take at least 2 steps to get to you and their action will be faster than your reaction.
DISTRACTION TECHNIQUES & MAINTAINING DISTANCE
An attacker will try to catch you in a vulnerable state or try to put you in a vulnerable position. You should politely decline and keep a safe distance. If they persist, lie if necessary. Do what you need to get out of or prevent a dangerous situation from occurring. Don’t be afraid to be rude!
TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS
If something or someone doesn’t seem right, they probably aren’t.
HAVE A PLAN: WHEN/THEN THINKING Pre-plan with “When/Then” thinking. This is visualizing your route and the steps you will take to prepare yourself for potential danger. Example: When I walk to my vehicle after work, then I have my defense spray ready in my hand.
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