- If you can run, RUN.
- If you can’t run, then HIDE.
- If you can’t do any of the above,
- take a BREATH
- and get ready to FIGHT!
I also gave some practical examples of everyday items people can use.
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Tactical Torch
I would recommend getting a tactical torch that is very bright. If you shine a bright touch in someone’s eyes then that might give you enough time to get away. If they can’t see you then they can’t grab you.
- M1X Striker is an aggressive touch that is very bright and has a crown bezel so this is also enough to scratch surfaces you strike. – around $80 AUD
- Acebeam L16 is a really bright torch that also has a small bezel – around $150 AUD
Deodorant Spray
Have something that you can spray in someone’s eyes. If you have a deodorant spray you can use this in a pinch to obstruct sight and make a run for it.
Rolled Up Magazine
If you roll up one of your thick magazines, you can use the butt of this with a hammer fist strike (make a fist with the magazine in your hand and move the bottom of the magazine in a downward motion like a hammer). This will save you from injuring yourself if you need to use a strike.
Keys
This is a good one particularly if you have around 5 or so keys on your keychain. Hold all the keys in your fist and use the hammer fist strike. DO NOT put the keys in between your knuckles. This will really hurt you if you try to punch someone with keys in between your fingers.
There were other things we covered in the phone call but once we recorded the interview, we had to condense it to a few questions only. By the time the segment aired, it was reduced to a few sentences. This is why I thought it was important to write this blog post so that I can clearly get the full message across to those wanting to learn more.
