| dy"> | | | | questions or is vague, what might he be hiding? |
| Protecting yourself on a date does not need to | | | | - Minimize your alone time until you've gotten to |
| involve advanced self defense moves. Using | | | | know the person. |
| common sense and powers of observation should | | | | - Always carry your cell phone and make sure |
| be your main strategy. | | | | you have enough charge for the night |
| According to the department of justice, women | | | | - Let others know where you're going and |
| are more likely to be attacked by someone they | | | | perhaps set times to check in with each other |
| know. This includes someone you may be dating | | | | - Carry mace, pepper spray or another small, |
| as well as an acquaintance of yours. Looking after | | | | concealable personal protection product (and know |
| your personal protection is not much different | | | | when to use it) |
| then other scenarios. | | | | - TRUST your intuition - said it before - but your |
| - Go on new or blind dates with another couple. | | | | intuition is one of your most important assets. |
| Remember other safety tips recommend | | | | Stay sober, alert and pay attention to what is |
| traveling in groups of 2 or more, dating (especially | | | | happening... and avoid wishing it to be a certain |
| new dates) are no different. | | | | way. |
| - Observe your date throughout the night. Are | | | | Dating does not have to be scary or a risk to |
| they quick-tempered? Do they show impatience? | | | | your personal protection if you follow these simple |
| Are they pushy? | | | | strategies. You'll find, once you set up a simple |
| - Minimize alcohol intake. Being aware and in tune | | | | process to follow for the first, second and |
| with your intuition is one of your most valuable | | | | perhaps third date, your personal protection is |
| assets. | | | | looked after and you can focus on enjoying your |
| - Inquire as to your date's background and other | | | | date and getting to know someone new. |
| personal information. If he avoids answering | | | | |