Posts Tagged 'pepper spray'

Self Defense: When NOT to Use Pepper Spray

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Using pepper spray can be an effective means of defending yourself if attacked.  However, pepper spray should not be used to discipline a child (or adult).

A mother in Florida is accused of spraying her 12-year old son when he was being, well, a child.  As a parent, I am disgusted by such stupidity and would have like to have seen the police pepper spray her because she didn’t answer their questions the right way. (story here)

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Personal Protection On A Date

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Protecting yourself on a date does not need to involve advanced self defense moves.  Using common sense and powers of observation should be your main strategy.

According to the department of justice, women are more likely to be attacked by someone they know.   This includes someone you may be dating as well as an acquaintance of yours.  Looking after your personal protection is not much different then other scenarios.

  • Go on new or blind dates with another couple.  Remember other safety tips ...
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