By Karen Abby
With the online dating becoming more popular, you need to be prepared for the dates that you may arrange by using common sense and by doing a little research to cut down on your chances of meeting one of the online predators that get in to the mix from time to time. Having met my spouse on line, I must say there were a few weird ones before I found the one for me. Dating on line can be fun and allow you to come in contact with some interesting people and possibly you will be lucky enough to find your soul mate. However, proceed with caution.
People that are pretending to be interesting in your dating profile can sometimes turn out to be nothing like they have described themselves. Red flags should go up when anyone that wants to meet immediately. Take a few weeks of online chat and phone calls before considering meeting another person, go with your feelings, if it does not feel comfortable do not meet them in person until you are ready. Be cautious of links people send to you during on line chats and email. Do not click on a link without first knowing what it is and never download any programs on your computer. These programs are often some type of spy ware programs that can steal information from your computer like your passwords and credit card numbers.
These online predators can put a real strain for online dating but if you are smart, you should not have any problems. You need to protect yourself by not giving out too much personal information and by staying out of financial matters.
When you do decide to meet someone, keep your personal information with you at all times, your credit card information or other personal information can be used to steal your identity. This will not show up sometimes for weeks after your meeting, but when the ball starts rolling it will take months and sometimes years to undo the damage.
Lastly, if things do start to get scary or you start to feel uncomfortable, try to excuse yourself from the situation and get out of there. If this opportunity does not come up for you, you need to have a backup plan in place. I suggest that you have a personal alarm, a pepper spray on your key chain and a small stun gun in your purse or pocket and know how to use these self defense tools, they could make the difference in you ability to escape form a very dangerous situation.
Karen Abby is a womens self defense and security products author and a major retailer of date rape prevention weapons.
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Are you attracted to a device that only costs hardly any money, but may mean the difference in your life or death in an attack?
A number of women today are purchasing self defense products to have with them in an unfortunate time of an assault. Make no mistake; you are not imagining that the rate of crime is on the rise. A non-lethal self defense weapon is a smarter and safer choice than carrying a loaded gun.
Not only can a non-lethal self defense product save your life, but it takes away the burden of using a gun and taking another persons life.
In the long run, personal self defense weapons are safe if used correctly. Of course there has been controversy about Tasers and stun guns being used to torture people with repeated exposure to its electrical charge. But we are not talking about those instances.
We are focusing on what they can do for you as targeted woman. Women are more at risk. Statistics show that most violence is done by men, and most have a preference of a female target. Because, most but not all females are the physically weaker sex, and these men that are hoping to do violence, commonly want a weaker adversary. Someone they can control and dominate. With a non-lethal weapon you can reduce the risk that you will be viciously beaten or killed when walking to your car at night, or taking an evening walk in your once safe neighborhood.
Non-lethal weapons are perfect for women and some are designed with the on the go women in mind. There are pepper sprays and stun guns that resemble a tube of lipstick, stun guns that are designed to look like a cell phone and some are even gender color specific too. Most are very discreet and are available to look like simple items that you may carry in your purse or pocket.
When these products are used properly against an attacker, they very well could save a womans life.
It is recommended that after purchasing a self defense weapon that if at all possible, you take a short course on how to use it. Some police stations offer safety courses along with their self-defense courses. If these courses are not available in your area, at bare minimum practice with your device of choice and become familiar with your device and what it can do for you in case of an attack.
Karen Abby is a security products author and a major retailer for Women's defense weapons. For Self Defense Weapons designed just for women go to DIY self defense.com
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Live in a bad neighborhood? Always leaving work after dark? Feeling safe in your own home, at the office, or walking to your car on a dark night are very important. Sometimes pepper-spray is not enough to ward off attackers and something more durable is what you are looking for. In the market of nonlethal self defense products, the Stun Gun Flashlight can be a wise and life saving choice.
Stunguns always pack a punch but with the Guard Dog brand you are getting two features in one. The clever look of the device disguises the fact that it is a stun weapon, because it looks like a typical flashlight. The 3 super bright light emitting diodes (L.E.D.) are several times brighter than your average flashlight bulb making poor visibility not an issue additionally it can be used to hinder a would be attackers vision.
The loud crackle of this super charged stunner flashlight can set off a "do not mess with me sucker" message to deter attackers, burglars, and other criminals from proceeding with their dastardly plans, and should keep away humans and animals alike. But if this is not enough, when the stun function is activated this will surely do the trick. With an output voltage of 2.9 million volts, makes for an extremely intimidating weapon.
Through testing we have found that the Guard Dog brand stun flashlight device is very easy to use and will fit into the smallest of hands. Operation is cinch with one switch that operates the flashlight. The feature that I found most accommodating was the large red activation button above the flashlight button to activate the stun feature. For safety, a switch was placed on the bottom of the unit which controls power to the stun gun.
The Guard Dog Stun Gun Flashlight is also rechargeable; it is recommended that the internal batteries be charged for 8 to 10 hours prior to first use. The flashlight plugs into any 110 volt wall socket with the included charging plug making the recharge process a snap. It holds a charge for up to three months but it is recommended that if unused you should recharge it every two months.
The expert construction of the Guard Dog Stun Zapper Flashlight and the heavy duty materials make this a product that should last for many years under normal use. The dimensions are as follows: the head is 1.5 inches in diameter, the body is 1 inch in diameter, and the whole unit is only 7 inches long. Additional accessories included are a wrist strap and heavy duty nylon holster with belt loop.
Karen Abby is a security products author and a major retailer for Guard Dog Stun Gun Flashlights. For this and other powerful stun guns visit stunguns-usa.
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Burglars, rapists and attackers should beware. Women are finding new ways to protect themselves. One weapon that is becoming popular among self defense products is the cell phone stun gun. This small cell phone want to be is worn clipped to your purse or belt. To the unknowing eye, you are defenseless. However, you have a stun weapon that can be pressed into the attacker and zap them. Criminals prey on the ones they think are defenseless, so you need to have a plan of escape.
Naturally, the stun phone is not lethal and will not cause any permanent harm. The purpose is not to incapacitate the person. It is to shock them just long enough for you to get away. Like with any stun device, the longer you hold the trigger, the more of a shock the person will get.
Many people fear for their own safety with a stun device. The cell phone stun gun is completely safe to the person using it. It has a safety switch that when activated, will not hurt anyone. Additionally, you have to push the trigger to make it go off.
Most of the stun devices available today are between 800,000 and 3 million volts. While this is enough to drop anyone down temporarily, do not think they are down for the count. The purpose of this device is to make it possible for you to get away as soon as possible.
These stun devices look just like a regular cell phone. They are about 4 inches tall and slender. They come in various colors and include a holster. There are two models a battery model that usually includes the batteries or the rechargeable model which includes an internal charging system. One brand even offers a siren alarm function. Most of the brands available also have a built in flashlight to light your way to the car.
When used the way it is intended, a cell phone stun gun can provide you with another defense tool to help you feel safe, while helping you get started on overcoming your fears.
Keep in mind that stun guns are prohibited in nine states, and some cities restrict them as well. Always check city laws regarding stun guns before purchasing or carrying one.
Karen Abby is a security products author and a major retailer for Cell Phone Stunguns. For this and other phone stunguns visit stunguns-usa.
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In this day and age it is hard to watch the news without hearing reports of home invasions, car-jacking, violent robberies and a host of other crimes. The question is what can we do to protect our loved ones and our valuables? Obviously protecting our loved ones is the most important. Many times robbers and burglars are looking for homes that are unoccupied. True they want to take things of value but they do not necessarily want the added charges or complications of people in the home that may become hostages or worse!
That being said the typical home invasion suspect is looking for a quick expensive fix so that they can get in and out in a hurry. Jewelry boxes, strong boxes, money on the dresser, jewelry left laying about, credit cards, silver, electronics and other high priced items that have a great resale value are the main targets.
As a girl of course, I want my living space to be beautiful and practical. I should also admit that I do not now nor have I ever had a green thumb. So for me, combining security and creating an attractive setting is just what the florist ordered. Flower pot safes are an excellent way to protect small valuables like jewelry, credit cards, safe deposit keys, extra house or car keys and anything else that is of value to you and pint-sized. The nice thing about flowerpot safes is they are the last place a home invader is going to look! Rarely if ever has an instance been reported of a home invader breaking in and watering or re-potting the plants! So the joke is on the home invader because your valuables could be in any number of the flower pot safes strategically decorating your home.
The water tray is specially designed to keep out dirt and moisture. The easy to use water tray simply unscrews to reveal the secret compartment. Now you can leave your house beautiful and your items secured.
Until next time, Be safe not sorry !!
Security Girl
Stun guns have been the subject of many news stories lately due to the number of personal attacks happening everywhere. It used to be that people thought of the big city as the place where crime takes place, however, we are seeing more and more that the suburbs and even small towns are not exempt from crimes.
One way that people are protecting themselves is with stun guns. The good news is that they are non-lethal so they won't kill your intruder or attacker, however they will disorient and paralyze the attacker long enough for you to get away and get help.
Traditionally, before the use of stun guns became so widespread, prices were often prohibitive. However, there are numerous cheap stun guns on the market today. When we say "cheap", we do not mean that they are necessarily poorly made. There are some companies that sell inferior products, but there are also companies that sell cheap stun guns that have warranties and work well.
Because stun guns work on the neuromuscular system, you should get information on how they work as well as information on how to use them and what you should do.
It is important to find a company that will stand by its products and will also provide as much information as is possible.
If you think about when DVD players came out instead of VCR's you probably remember that DVD players were extremely expensive. Once DVD's became an every day household electronic appliance, their prices came down dramatically and now they are downright cheap to buy. It is the same with cheap stun guns. The market has become saturated enough that prices have been becoming much more affordable.
Do not become a statistic. Be proactive. Keep yourself safe.
Personal attacks are on the minds of most people these days, whether they live in the big city or the quieter suburbs and small towns. When we turn on the news, we are hearing more and more about individuals being attacked, robbed, and worse. People want to protect themselves, but they do not necessarily want to resort to having to use a gun. What, then, are the alternatives to using a gun for protection?
According to an article in the Hartford Courant on April 4th, there are numerous ways to protect yourself without using lethal force. They include pepper spray, stun guns and tasers.
Focusing on the stun guns for a moment, there are numerous types on the market and many are quite affordable stun guns. Whether you get an economical and affordable stun gun or a more expensive one, they all work quite similarly.
A stun gun delivers a shock, which will incapacitate a potential attacker by rendering their neuromuscular system defenseless and confused long enough for you to escape the situation. When the stun gun discharges its voltage into the individual, that individual is virtually paralyzed temporarily; however, this is a non-lethal weapon.
It is important that you find not only an affordable stun gun, but also one that will be reliable, easy to use.
You are out trying to find a business address for an appointment with a new client. You find the street and start looking for the correct building. It is almost noon on a bright sunny day. You can't find a parking space very close to the building, but you are willing to walk the half block to get to the appointment with your client.
This happened to one of our clients. What she didn't realize is that she was being watched the entire time by someone who realized that that she didn't know the area and she was in a vulnerable situation. The person watching also realized that since she was in a Mercedes and dressed to the nines, she probably had some cash or credit cards with her.
She walked to the front door of the office building, only to find it locked. She then started knocking - loudly - but there was no answer. She did not comfortable with the area, so she started walking quickly to another door in the building. Before she got that far a young man "brushed" by her, knocked her down to the ground and grabbed her purse and briefcase, leaving her in shock and pain. She started to scream and finally help - from inside the building she was trying to get into - arrives.
This is a true story. It happened to one of our clients. She now carries Mace Pepper Spray - Leather Plus Model. She has said that she never wanted to deal with pepper spray or other self defense products before, but after this incident, she keeps it with her at all times.
She feels that if she could have defended herself with Mace Pepper Spray, she would not have been injured, the perpetrator would have been caught, and she would have ended up safe. In addition, by the time the police arrived less than one hour later, the perpetrator had already run up over $5,000 in credit card bills.
Don't become a victim or a statistic. Protect yourself with Mace products, especially Mace Pepper Spray - Leather Plus Model. It is convenient - fits in hand, purse or pocket, and will spray up to 10 feet to disorient your attacker long enough for you to end up safe.