When you walk into a room, do you immediately look for alternate exits? Are you noticing things that might work as cover or concealment? Will your actions in the room cause you to put your back to the crowd? All of these elements are important components of your personal protection plan. Think about them regularly. Plan ahead so you are not caught off guard.
Prepared, Not Paranoid
Planning for your self-defense and knowing the factors that influence how you might have to fight is not paranoia — it’s preparation. If you are prepared, you will be better equipped to prevail in a deadly force encounter.
