I am so saddened every time I hear of an innocent young woman being savaged by an evil predator as in the case I speak of in the audible of this segment. With a full life ahead, one with so much promise . . . a beautiful life comes to a sad ending. Though I have spoken on the subject of violence in great depth in this format and in my book, I understand human nature. Realistically, women do their best not to identify with those who have been victimized. Though all too often saddened, the individual woman cannot and wishes not, to think such a thing could or will happen to them. Add to that, built within our nature is a degree of complacency. And yes, each and every one of us will be complacent at times, for sure. But that degree varies from one person to another.

The young as a whole, lack life experience which comes over time. They see long lives ahead for themselves and as a result tend to think tragedy will not visit them, as it has and will visit others. All said, far too many feel invincible regarding potential threats to their person. Herein lies the danger! It is also true that most women would rather focus on positive things that make them happy, content, and fulfilled. Of course, why wouldn't they? Everyone desires a happy life full of contentment. Dwelling on negative things, such as crime committed against one's person, is not fulfilling and it is something most woman care not to think about. Yes indeed, the topic can be depressing to some and quite scary to others, especially when it hits close to home.

So . . . it seems to me there should be an acceptable intersection that is logical if one will partake. It is simply this:

At the very least, build in yourself a basic understanding of crime, criminals, vulnerabilities, and seek to better understand males and deviant males. Then, take it upon yourself to understand boundaries all women should subscribe to. Finally, seek to learn good preventative measures and any number of self-defense actions, methods, or techniques. Though professional hands-on training is best, any type of learning is better than none at all. Today, much can be read on these topics and videos can bring us into our own classroom. Regardless of what is learned and to the degree, rehearse in your mind from time-to-time the what-ifs. What if this, what if that, etc. Think . . . plans of action. Your plan A. Plan B.

These basic suggestions are simply that, basic! They can be expanded-on considering one's desire and personal drive. And to mothers and fathers! What you learn and know should be passed on to your young ones, the depth depending on age. Know this: Preparation and instruction have made a difference in countless numbers of lives over time. Lives have been saved. Think! of an all-encompassing meaningful word intertwined in the fabric of law enforcement and the military, a word we might want to subscribe to: "Training." That's right. Practically any forward steps you take, some with repetition, are a form of training. So please, step out a little and take on this little challenge of learning more about this subject now before you. In doing so, I think you will find it to be just one more good confidence builder, one that leads to a better you.