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Since I was a girl, my mom prepared me. Being FEMALE, she warned to never trust ppl's first intentions. More-than-likely it's cloack-service. Predatory behavior is REAL! Which is why I don't understand the @GoodwillIntl employee's lip service: "I hate swap-meet days" wtf #cypress https://twitter.com/alyssangelica__/status/1280037886721572864
I'd make sure my outfit had pockets, so could keep a knife for defense. I have a pepperspray on my keys. I bench press & deadlift at an intermediate level so I can withstand bodyweight. I don't wear slip-shoes/heels(better to run). I survey my destination b4 PARKING.
Before I leave home, I prepare my phone: charge on full, duplicate photos removed(space for evidence), let a friend know your plans(in case they need to roll with ur escape plan). These are legit life-saving tips!
If I frequent a certain place/route, pay attention to activity in the surroundings(even the drive, if things feel off, be in tune and don't panic, be aware!)
Now, with kids, it's different: I go with my husband, we follow the same routines above(no matter what) Sometimes, he'll notice ppl/couples lingering while we shop. He makes his presence vary known. But, if I didn't have him... Let's think.. never thought this before..
For the purpose of this thread, let's just say I go out w/kids, no hubby. I do all above as well as: have crow bar in back seat, bat in the trunk, keys/pepper-spray around my neck(lanyard-life), notice ppl outside vs. inside(where/when), no window shopping/small tlk (in/pay/out).
When I say small tlk I even mean the socialite of the store. This could be apart of the scheme to get you distracted/off your game. Women nurture, helping is what we do, but don't feed into it. You have to think "why are they talking to me?"
