“3 Things to Remember When Traveling Alone”
AWARENESS - Make a habit of scanning your surroundings for potential exits, and think ahead regarding the "process" you will use in the event you are approached. Avoid wearing headphones when walking/running alone to decrease the risk of someone surprising you from behind.
CONFIDENCE – Carrying yourself confidently with head up and making eye contact (rather than trying to minimize your presence) can actually be an excellent deterrent. Criminals won't want to be identified or stick out in anyone's mind, and acknowledging the person's existence may make them less likely to target you.
ACCOUNTABILITY - Texting a friend or loved one before leaving a location can provide some measure of accountability. Something as simple as "Leaving store now. Will text again when I get home," can offer you and your family/friends some peace of mind.
If you’re absolutely unable to travel with another person, LifeLine Response is a personal safety mobile app that bridges the gap between feeling unsafe and first responders. It provides several layers of accountability and safety to help you feel confident and protected no matter where you are.
LifeLine Response is inexpensive (free trial, then only $4.99/month) and easy to install/set-up on any smartphone. In case of an attack, it provides: silent trigger (remove your thumb from the app and it engages), personal alarm, auto-send of alerts to your Life Lines (family/friends), GPS location tracking, and first responder dispatch.