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meone where you are going and when you expect to return.Especially if it falls into one of the categories discussed above.Text or call if you change location and/or will not be back on time.For teens or young adults living at home, if you can’t or won’t tell your parents, tell a friend.Use a locator app with someone you trust.I know many will scoff at this, but it is a good idea especially if you live alone, have a risky lifestyle, are traveling, or are going somewhere you feel is potentially unsafe.If you are a parent, teach your teens to do the above.I have had a very open and trusting relationship with my kids (now 27, 23, & 16). I told/tell them over and over, if they ever got stuck somewhere they didn’t feel safe, or if the driver (even if it was them) had been drinking, I would happily come and get them. And I wouldn’t be upset. This is important. If they think you will get mad or even just be disappointed, they WILL NOT share this information with you.I WAS the kid that got drunk and did stupid stuff. And often my parents had no idea where I was. I feel lucky to have survived some of the crazy experiences I had. This, along with the realization that sexual assault is a huge issue, was my motivation for teaching self-defense.Remember: Knowledge is power. But only if you are willing to use it.I am a martial arts master. My training and teaching over these past 30 years have given me much insight. And I want to share it with others in any way I can. It is my sincere desire to help you feel safe, strong, and able to defend yourself, both physically and mentally, as you walk through life.Sending you strength, love, and wisdom! — Jodi</article></body>

Self-Defense Tip #1— Does Someone Know Where You Are?

Knowledge is power. So I share tips to help you stay out of trouble. Or kick ass if you ever need to.

Knowledge helps us make smart decisions. So I will be sharing self-defense tips to help you feel safe and strong. I might be reminding you of knowledge you already have, or I might be adding to your database. I never want these tips to worry you or paralyze you. But I do want you to KNOW you have the knowledge, and USE it when you need it. Keep the tips in an open file in your brain labeled, “I’m a badass, and never a target or a victim!” Then be honest with yourself and use them if/when you need them.

SELF-DEFENSE TIP #1

Make sure someone knows where you are.

Does someone know where you are right now?

Maybe it doesn’t matter most of the time. And it might feel silly to always tell someone where you are going. But sometimes it really does matter.

It certainly mattered to the ones who didn’t return.

And I know. No one wants to imagine it could happen to you or your child. But if it did, you would want someone to know where to start looking.

So consider sharing your whereabouts with someone.

Especially if you are…

…in a high-risk group for assault.

For example, “ages 12–34 are the highest risk years for rape and sexual assault,” according to RAINN.org. (This is a great resource for statistics.)

…a college student.

Especially if you live on or near campus. This population typically has little to no life experience being on their own. One should be cautious, especially in their freshman year.

…going out to a party, or a bar, or somewhere that involves alcohol.

Though statistics vary, it is clear that in a very large number of sexual assaults, alcohol is involved.

…living or working in a sketchy area.

If you feel it is sketchy, then it’s a good idea to take extra precautions.

…going to an area you are not familiar with.

If it is unfamiliar, you may not know how to navigate the area or the situation if something goes wrong.

…traveling or hiking.

In these two situations, not only is the area possibly unfamiliar, but you may not have the reception to get help if you need it. So you would have to count on someone knowing where you went and when you are expected back.

Those are just some examples. If another one popped into your head, please share it in the comments, so we can add that to our list.

Females venturing out on their own for the first time can be particularly vulnerable. Created on Canva.com — Photo by Irynakhabliuk

Now here are some ideas to help ensure someone knows where you are.

Make your regular schedule known by someone.

Post it in your home or dorm room if you are a student. Give it to a parent or roommate.

Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.

Especially if it falls into one of the categories discussed above.

Text or call if you change location and/or will not be back on time.

For teens or young adults living at home, if you can’t or won’t tell your parents, tell a friend.

Use a locator app with someone you trust.

I know many will scoff at this, but it is a good idea especially if you live alone, have a risky lifestyle, are traveling, or are going somewhere you feel is potentially unsafe.

If you are a parent, teach your teens to do the above.

I have had a very open and trusting relationship with my kids (now 27, 23, & 16). I told/tell them over and over, if they ever got stuck somewhere they didn’t feel safe, or if the driver (even if it was them) had been drinking, I would happily come and get them. And I wouldn’t be upset. This is important. If they think you will get mad or even just be disappointed, they WILL NOT share this information with you.

I WAS the kid that got drunk and did stupid stuff. And often my parents had no idea where I was. I feel lucky to have survived some of the crazy experiences I had. This, along with the realization that sexual assault is a huge issue, was my motivation for teaching self-defense.

Remember: Knowledge is power. But only if you are willing to use it.

I am a martial arts master. My training and teaching over these past 30 years have given me much insight. And I want to share it with others in any way I can. It is my sincere desire to help you feel safe, strong, and able to defend yourself, both physically and mentally, as you walk through life.

Sending you strength, love, and wisdom! — Jodi