By: Ranim Elgabakhngi
There are a few tiny things we start with that most people ignore – those soft signals indicate that something might be wrong.
If you notice the trouble at the very beginning, it will be easier to keep yourself safe and even your life will be more stable a day after day.
When one’s eyes keep on watching, the way in front becomes more evident and the decisions more powerful.
Trusting Instincts
A gut feeling might come to you very silently but still mean a whole lot of things. In majority of cases, that weird sensation of something being wrong is your brain putting together things subconsciously.
It totally makes sense to focus more closely when something is not quite right. More than just ignoring it, changing your way might be safe for you. The body knows to guide itself by moving away somehow where there is tension.
Observing Surroundings
Keeping an eye on your surroundings might warn you a little time before the threat actually gets to you. Areas that are poorly lit or deserted usually give us a feeling of insecurity more than streets full of people brightly lit. If a crowd suddenly gets agitated – e.g. shouting, pushing – it is better to quietly move away. Besides doors and alleys, try to find open spaces where you can still move. Being aware of the people around you will help you decide quicker later.
Reading Body Language
Tightly closed fists may anticipate bad news. A stern gaze can be interpreted as an intimidation attempt. A person suddenly advancing aggressively and rigidly indicates rising tension. There is more than one sign if you see two or three signs together. In case you get a weird feeling about the situation, withdraw immediately. The posture signals that it is time for you to go.
Avoiding Risky Scenarios
Anyone who behaves oddly while asking for help could possibly mean trouble. Being followed by a person who refuses to keep the distance is troublesome in any case. The risk fully doubles when the place is dark and silent – for instance, deserted parking areas at night. People insisting on answering your questions or on making you do something uncomfortable signifies that getting out of the situation as quickly as possible is the best thing to do. Refusing from the very beginning maintains your safety.
Whenever you see moments that are risky, choices get better as the danger, on the other hand, disappears. Continuously doing these kinds of things releases safety to be your second nature – a kind of rhythm or flow of peace into your life without any effort.
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