Best Self Defense Tips for Women

Self defense  its a subject thats often on the minds of women. Now its not about being dark or being a worrier  most women are well aware that the likelihood of an attack are minimal but that should there be an attack unless they are prepared the outcome will not likely be good. So lets look at some things you can do to help keep yourself safe. 

* If you are at home alone and someone you dont know rings your doorbell, dont be too quick to answer. Ask questions about who it is and dont open until you are sure. You can also either fake a phone call or actually make a phone call so that you are talking to someone on the phone when you answer the door. This is a deterrent to the person if they are up to no good.

* If you are leaving work late at night by yourself, if you are riding the subway and your stop lets you off in an isolated area, etc. look for options that would keep you safer. For example, maybe your office has two exits one that sees more traffic than the other, or maybe you can get off one subway stop later and be near restaurants that are open. Think your routes out and try to avoid desolate areas. Dont cut through parks or alleys at night. 
* Dont walk, jog, etc. with your earbuds in and your tunes turned up because you are not able to hear any approaching attacker. If you must have your music playing, turn it down and put only one earbud in.
* Listen to your gut  your instinct is a powerful tool, yet too often, we ignore it. Dont worry about being rude. If you feel like someone is following you cross the street if they cross the street turn around and yell hey what are you doing following me. Tell them you are calling the police and proceed to dial on your cell phone. Theyll be gone in a flash.  You can also head for a caf or something thats open, and dont be afraid to place yourself into a group of people on the street. Theres safety in numbers.
* You should not be fumbling for your keys as you approach your car. Have your keys ready. Having your keys in your hand also acts as a weapon.

If you are attacked:
* Shout, yell, scream  back off, I dont know you, leave me alone, etc. You can even yell fire that often gets attention.
* If they are suddenly upon you kick the side of their knee. They dont have to be real close to do this. If they are close go for the eyes. Put your thumb over the eye and push or just claw and scratch.
* Dont give in and dont stop fighting. That is unless you feel yourself tiring. Then play like you are resigning yourself. Your attacker will think you are surrendering and loosen their grip. Use this moment to break loose and run. 
* Try to remember the details of your attackers face so that you can identify him later if the police make an arrest.

