5 Smart Tips for Personal Safety
July 19, 2021This is a sponsored post written by me for PepperBall. All opinions are mine alone.
As someone who was born & raised in NYC, I’ve learned a thing or two about personal safety over the years. Whether traveling across the country solo or simply walking to one’s car at night, staying safe and avoiding becoming a victim of crime should always be a top priority. Today I’m excited to share some practical, easy-to-implement tips for personal safety, featuring PepperBall products.
1. Have a self-defense plan in place. I recently had the opportunity to check out the PepperBall MOBILE™ self-defense device, which is a portable, lightweight tool that shoots PAVA powder-filled projectiles. Upon impact, these projectiles spread a pepper cloud, which effectively incapacitates a potential threat from as far as 40 feet away. By the way, the built-in flashlight is super bright and I was quite impressed by how well it illuminated this dark parking garage.
Whereas other non-lethal self-defense tools require the target to be much closer, this PepperBall device lets you keep your distance while still effectively defending yourself from a threat. This extra distance offers you more time to evaluate the situation before engaging. Since the device is powered by compressed air, there is no recoil and it’s so easy to load and operate.
Equipped with a large trigger and lightweight design, this is a self-defense tool that I feel very comfortable operating. By the way, the laser point guide makes it easy to locate and hit your target. Plus, the safety switch adds an extra layer of reassurance that the device will not fire until you are ready to shoot at a threat. Knowing that I have this device on me is quite empowering and gives me so much peace of mind.
It can fit in my handbag so I carry it there sometimes. Other times, I store it in my car’s glove compartment.
The PepperBall MOBILE Kit comes with everything needed: 1 MOBILE Launcher, 6 LIVE SD™ PepperBall® Projectiles, 12 Inert Practice Projectiles, and 3 8g CO2 Cartridges. Thanks to the clear instruction manual, I was able to load the device within a few minutes. Learn more about PepperBall self-defense products here.
2, Stay alert. When walking alone, it’s essential to pay attention to your surroundings. Staying aware of who is around you at all times is the first step toward being secure. Definitely avoid text messaging and long phone calls when walking alone so as not to get distracted.
3. Exude confidence while walking. Walking confidently with a purpose, rather than walking aimlessly & distractedly, is key. For example, scan the area around you and make casual eye contact with others to display confidence. Also, make sure you’re always dressed in comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear that wouldn’t restrict your movement should you need to escape a dangerous confrontation.
4. Trust your gut. If something feels wrong, follow your instincts. Take action immediately and react to your intuition. If someone approaches you and/or you feel uncomfortable, immediately move to a more crowded location and seek help.
5. Use common sense. When possible, travel with a friend on populated streets. Traveling in groups of two or more significantly reduces your chances of becoming a victim of crime. Also, park your car in a well-lit area and lock it when you leave. Another useful tip is to always have your car keys in hand before you reach your car or door.
Don’t forget to learn more about PepperBall products and see how they can help you improve your personal safety. What are your best tips for staying safe?
I need this. I always worry when I have to run errands at night. You just never know these days. People can be crazy.
What a unique device. It would be handy to have when I travel by myself.
These are some great tips, it is quite scary that we still need to think so much about personal safety and looking after ourselves.
Yes, it is but I’m glad there are products like these that help to keep us better prepared.
I can see how this would help make you feel safer. Does it have a safety feature so it isn’t accidentally set it off by a child or pet?
Personal safety is a topic I discuss with my daughter quite often. Sending this to her to see!
I discuss it with my daughters too. So important to be informed and prepared.
I really enjoyed reading this post, it’s really informative. Thanks for sharing these tips.
I’ll keep this all in mind and thanks for suggesting this product.
I agree, you never know when crime could happen. It’s better to be always prepared
These tips are very important. Then the distance the safety device covers is really great
Yes, the distance is so awesome as it gives you more time to evaluate the situation.
These are all great tips for personal safety. I really think that PepperBall device sounds like a great way to keep predators away, it would be handy when I am traveling alone.
So useful especially when traveling alone!!
Wow this is so helpful. I always worry at night when i walk alone. I need to have this in my life.
It offers so much peace of mind.
i can see a lot of women carrying one of these. you can never be too careful
Better safe than sorry!
That’s a great tool for personal protection. I need this especially because I leave for work early in the morning.
It feels empowering to be prepared and protected.
It is good to have some safety items like this. I think about stuff like this for when my girls go off to college.
Self defense is most important. I need to check it out. Great tips these are not only useful .
Sounds like a self defense tool that is easy to use. I would like to have it on hand always!
Oh wow, great safety tips! Also, the PepperBall MOBILE™ self-defense device looks great, I’ll check it out. Thanks for sharing the info
I agree with all your tips. We have to be careful and vigilant more than ever. And I want that device.
Nowadays personal safety is really essential. This device looks really important a must have~