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People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If I'm in an unfamiliar city, I'll explore freely every neighbourhood as long as there are women and kids around. Most mums don't hang outside with their kids if the street/area is unsafe.

This worked very well for most throughout Latin America, Europe and Asia.

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Caro Caro 3 years ago

Good tip.

163points

From the first day of his presidency to his campaign for reelection, Donald Trump has been shouting about crime in the United States. Trump vowed to end “American carnage” in his inaugural address in 2017 and in 2020, he ran for reelection on a platform of “law and order.”

But according to the Pew Research Center, it's difficult to say for certain how much crime is there in the U.S. The two primary sources of government crime data – the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) – both paint an incomplete picture.

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Adults DO NOT ask children for help.

ninten-dont Report

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NsG 3 years ago

This is important and needs to be made common knowledge in schools. However, this should not be a blanket "if an adult shouts for help, ignore them" rule. It is perfectly reasonable to ask kids to go get another adult for help in the case of a medical emergency. No adult should APPROACH a child in any case, but yelling "hey, kid, get your mum to call an ambulance for this guy!" is not an unreasonable or suspicious request.

248points

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If the situation doesn't feel right, it's not right. Trust your spidey sense.

E_911 , Gadjo_Niglo Report

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Caro Caro 3 years ago

True. You have gut feelings for a reason.

155points

u/breadedsnake, the author of one of the above-mentioned Reddit posts, told Bored Panda that, "Before I made the post, I was actually thinking about sneaking out at night to walk to one of my friend's house and then I realized that I would probably get kidnapped considering that I don't really know how to act."

"I guess you could say I made the post so I could get to know some stuff and also get some free Reddit karma."

The main thing that u/breadedsnake took away from all the answers is to stay alert whenever you're in a dangerous area. "[People stressed that it's important] to look around you and focus on more than what's in front of you; someone can run up from behind! And don't try to be a superhero—if you're seeing someone being attacked, just assume they started it and don't get involved with anything you don't have to."

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Walk fast and look pissed off.

Heroshade , Brian Evans Report

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CH1990 3 years ago

Yes. Don't you dare look afraid

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If you have a random cop come to your house on The night before you leave for Europe with your family, don’t tell him your going away until you call his superior to make sure he’s a cop.

Your welcome you filthy animals

Coughlan16 Report

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K Witmer 3 years ago

This made me laugh

154points

In u/breadedsnake's opinion, everyone should have at least a little bit of street smarts.

That's true. But luckily for our health, property crime in the U.S. is much more common than violent crime. In 2019, the FBI reported a total of 2,109.9 property crimes per 100,000 people, compared with 379.4 violent crimes per 100,000 people.

The most common form of property crime in 2019 was larceny/theft, followed by burglary and motor vehicle theft. Among violent crimes, aggravated assault was the most common offense, followed by robbery, rape, and murder/non-negligent manslaughter.

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If a group of people suddenly get down, so do you.

aardvarkheart Report

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Nadine Bamberger 3 years ago

That's how I wound up in a weird flash mob once lol. But seriously, don't literally stand out and make yourself a target.

174points

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) You might be "correct" when you have the right of way, but you're still the one that's going to be dead when you get whacked by the car if you're walking or on your bike.

Dajerts Report

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Scagsy 3 years ago

There's no point being right if you're dead.

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People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If you're walking and someone approaches, don't break stride. You can carry on a conversation while walking, but people who are looking to proselytize, sell you something, or mug you will want you to slow or stop to address them.

If they want to chat, make them keep up with you. You can even tell them that you're in a rush but would love to talk and walk.

They'll likely find someone more stationary, because if you can make a person slow, you can make them stop. If you can make them stop, you've already adjusted their priorities and placed yourself at the top.

It's a subtle power game. Keep going where you're going, and you retain your power. Stop and cat, and you've given it up and opened yourself to possible problems.

Diablo165 , Brian Evans Report

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Sheila Stamey 3 years ago

Lots of truth here! I'm going nuts to make a joke about stopping to cat, but I'd be kitten myself that it's funny. Anyway,a great entry!

180points

#10

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Having good manners, and speaking with respect, will keep you from getting in trouble you didn't know was there.

Sin117 Report

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Nadine Bamberger 3 years ago

That's an overall good lifestyle choice.

174points

#11

Just because someone is friendly with you, doesn't mean they have a good heart.

unknown Report

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beastmachine. 3 years ago

Sad but true af

123points

#12

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Lock your doors as soon as you’re in your car

kothecat , Paul Kehrer Report

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Francis 3 years ago

but check the back seats first!

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#13

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Always ask for only one scoop of ice cream first because they make single scoops bigger, then act like you changed your mind and ask for a second scoop. They will be pressured to match the size of the first scoop, providing you with a massive amount of ice cream.

gustavoramosart , Clive Varley Report

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Some Cool Guy 3 years ago

Now ice cream tips I can really get behind!

221points

#14

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Never flash your whole wad of cash in a public place while paying for something. Keep a few bucks loose in one pocket for spending. Keep the majority of your cash in a separate pocket. Don’t open a wallet full of all your money where other people can see you.

MrsDoctorSea , Paul Sableman Report

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Bear Hall 3 years ago

What do I do if I don't have money?

108points

#15

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Wear shoes you can run the f**k away in.

Crocutaborealis , giasco Report

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Otter 3 years ago

Choose your shoes VERY carefully for travel! One pair that looks good but which you can still walk a long way in, another that are good for being on your feet for about 16 hours.

112points

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#16

Carry a fork with you. if someone approaches you, say “lord, thank you for this meal I’m about to have” and charge at them with the fork

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Kat 3 years ago

I used to always carry a spoon with me, so in case someone would say "There is no spoon", I would be able to conjure it up ...

86points

#17

If you are walking alone at night and you feel like you’re being watched/followed. Start talking to yourself.. loudly about crazy shit. Make it a conversation even.

Omg did you SEE her dress?

That dress was so crazy long. Like how could she walk? Let alone walk in that grocery store!!

And those cheap plastic shoes!!

I own those cheap plastic shoes!! Are you saying I’m Cheap!!

If the cheap plastic shoe fits honey!

I’ll admit to doing this. I used to work graveyard shifts and you gotta be aware. Most people no matter how bad try to avoid crazy. Crazy will hurt you back.

MissMurderpants Report

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RMA 3 years ago

They also may think you are on the phone.

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#18

If you are forced to walk through a bad/dangerous neighborhood, keep your chin up and maintain a confident and comfortable look on your face.

Nothing screams “abuse me!” more than an out-of-place person waking around with their chin down, looking at the sidewalk.

I learned this after visiting a new girlfriend many years ago in a bad section of Philly. I was walking down the street towards her house and a local female walking by my said, “keep that chin up around here, white boy.” The more I considered that advice, the more logical it sounded.

reality_beast Report

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Lyna Kader 3 years ago

Woman. Or better yet, local resident.

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#19

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Eye contact. A lone assailant will often use the element of surprise to their advantage. If you’re walking alone and someone is following you, make eye contact to let them know that you are aware of them. This will often dissuade them from attacking.

This tactic has worked for me in the past.

MildlyobsessedwithSB , zoetnet Report

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Nadine Bamberger 3 years ago

And guy, if you're walking behind a woman on an otherwise empty street, please be so kind and cross the street to make her feel less stalked. I know you weren't, but she doesn't know that. Thank you.

308points

#20

This reminds me of a comedian who was saying the best way to stay safe in a rough neighborhood is to fake a Russian accent cause Russians are terrifying.

midnightsy Report

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Becky Samuel 3 years ago (edited)

My husband's Northern Irish accent also works well in a pinch.

124points

#21

Let's say a kidnapper throws you in the back of a trunk. Don't panic! Once you get your bearings, find the carpet that covers the taillight. Peel back the carpet, make a fist, punch the taillight out the back of the car, thus creating a hole in the back of the automobile, then stick your little hand out and wave to oncoming motorists to let them know that something hinky is goin' on.

criuggn Report

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RMA 3 years ago

If you can’t punch the light out, pull its wires out. There is a chance police will pull the car over for a failed signal.

148points

#22

Never post vacation information on social media until you’re back. You’ll most certainly get robbed at some point if you’re not smart about it.

Also, don’t put expensive product boxes (TV, computer, appliances) outside before trash day. People will see your new toys.

acelkins720 Report

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

Don't post anything on social media that might be of use for criminals. People got robbed because they announced their wedding on social media. In the Netherlands a woman lost her rare vintage car because she posted a picture of that car on social media. Criminals used the EXIF data from that picture to pinpoint the car and they stole it.

76points

#23

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If you're driving and hit black ice just take foot OFF GAS BUT DON'T BREAK until the slide stops.

AltheaInLove , komonews Report

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155points

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Robert T 3 years ago

* BRAKE - And when you're dealing with ice, do everything gently - don't just whip your foot off the accerator, remove it gently. Steer into the skid and try to keep the car pointing forwards so that when you can brake, you can do so in straight line.

109points

#24

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Don’t ever tell the cab driver you don’t know where you’re going.

H0T-S0UP , Andrew Smith Report

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152points

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Lav Oravaf 3 years ago

two different friends told me of their unpleasant stories. one in Moscow and one in Cuba. both got "kidnapped" by the taxi driver who picked up their friend, took them to a bad neighborhood ATM machine, where they had to get cash at gunpoint. Thankfully both were let go right after, unharmed.

83points

#25

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Before using any ATM, tug hard on the plastic card reader. Scammers often put a fake one on top that steals your info.

MrJuniperBreath , Nicolas Vigier Report

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147points

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denzoren 3 years ago

Oh yeah, I do this every time. We've got scammers here.

79points

spacemanspiff66 , Bhaskar Pyakurel Report

#26

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Carry an extra wallet with $50 in it and throw it if someone tries to rob you. STREET SMARTS!

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Keri Miller 3 years ago

no street smarts is putting a $5 in said wallet.

354points

#27

Don't tell even close friends the amount of money you have on you. I was set up by an 18 year old female coworker this week. She seemed like a sweetheart and was giving me rides to work for a few days. I asked on the Monday if we could go to bank as I needed to cash a check for roughly $4500. Minutes after dropping me near house I was robbed at gunpoint of everything by 2 guys. They knew how much they were looking for. The robber said he watched me leave bank but the police saw on camera near home that they had been waiting for me for an hour. One of the robbers was her ex/current boyfriend it turns out.

Geddysbass Report

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122points

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Keerthi Vardhan 3 years ago

So, what happened next.? Caught ?

66points

#28

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Do not trust taxi drivers if you are a tourist

silverguy23 , Michael Coghlan Report

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121points

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Sasy 3 years ago

In some countries maybe...there are plenty of countries that there is no reason for a cab driver to be anything but a driver doing their job .

106points

#29

Everyone respects true crazy. I once was approached in downtown by a man asking for all my money. I looked him square in the eyes and blurted out something like "blahblubvlahhhhhh". He walked away and I kept my monies.

damienn22 Report

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119points

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

Or do as the famous Charles Bronson did when someone try to rob him: He looked straight in the eyes of the robber and said: "No, YOU give me YOUR money." The robber ran away without any money.

98points

#30

This is a niche tip, but if you ever suspect something to have an electric current, do not touch it with the palm side of your hand. It can cause your muscles to contract and not let go. Always use the backside of your hand or even better, use a blade of grass or something not too conductive.

NintendosBitch Report

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Scagsy 3 years ago (edited)

Or don't touch it at all. Who goes around touching live objects anyway?

140points

#31

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Look up and notice if street lights have been shot out or smashed.

If so, avoid those areas at night - there's a reason they've been disabled . . .

Back2Bach , Natalia Medd Report

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114points

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Sasha Kuleshov 3 years ago

This is not true, it has been proven that well lighted areas are more prone to robberies (as criminals can't see in the dark X3).

24points

#32

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) You won’t get mugged if you look like you’re going to mug someone.

thisisntnamman Report

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111points

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Katie Lutesinger 3 years ago

Mental note: invest in a balaclava and a switchblade. Practise scowling in the mirror.

179points

#33

Buy a daily moisturizer with sunscreen in it.

H3rta Report

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109points

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troufaki13 3 years ago

Always wear sunscreen. Even in the winter

73points

#34

Nobody approaches you on the street because they want to do something for you. It's always because they want something from you.

stankhunt Report

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104points

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

Not always true, I've been approached by very kind women who wanted to blow up my car tyres, although I didn't even notice that they were flat.

57points

#35

The only people who ever truly "win" fights are those who successfully avoid them.

WatchTheBoom Report

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102points

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J. F. 3 years ago

The people that truly win a fight - if it's not avoidable - are those that can get the opponent in a state that makes it impossible to strike back. When being attacked make sure the first strike is enough to end said fight

51points

#36

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) When it comes to knife fights: The loser dies in the street; the winner dies in the hospital.

rd1970 , shay sowden Report

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99points

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

The best tactic in a knife fight is to run away. Your pride may get hurt, but that isn't as bad as bleeding out in the middle of the road.

125points

Dutch Swimmer Goes Viral For Super Revealing Trunks During 2024 Olympics: “Is This Legal?”

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#37

Don't fuck with that dude with cauliflower ears. He can take more and harder hits than you think.

Get those stickers off your car identifying you as a female. ("Girls just wanna have FuNe!"). It makes you a target.

If you live in an urban area with high transient population, regularly check locked gates and rare use access points. Look for things like small pieces of tape on locks. You are being target and tested for for access to your home that you do not regularly use.

Carry two wallets. One is a honeypot, you hand over if getting robbed. The other is you real wallet. (Pro tip: put a little cash and expired credit cards in the honeypot. This will help it look more real.)

madeulook1 Report

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96points

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LesAnimaux 3 years ago

I drive a hot pink car, not sure if a bumper sticker makes much of a difference

86points

#38

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If you’re going to be away on holiday or somewhere you’re unfamiliar with for any length of time, it’s a good idea to try to always make sure that someone knows roughly where you’re going to be and what you’re going to be doing on a given day. Even if you’re like me and you don’t like to plan out a full itinerary, a rough indication of what your plans might be can help work out your movements if ever there is an issue.

lukemantel , Orin Zebest Report

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94points

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lara 3 years ago

A friend of mine who used to work for the CIA told me that if I am traveling somewhere that might be dangerous, I should leave an itinerary with a friend and family member and when I get to the country, drop off an itinerary at the embassy.

73points

Woman Put A Water Fountain With A Camera In Her Yard, Here Are 24 Photos Of Regular Visitors (New Pics)

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“Ma’am I Live Here”: Woman Refuses To Back Out Of Driveway, Learns A Lesson The Hard Way

#39

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) You should always be afraid of secondary locations

ShinyNinja25 , Jaume Escofet Report

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78points

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NsG 3 years ago

Clarification and context, please?

91points

StefanFaniePetrus , Ricardo Bernardo Report

#40

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Always know where the exits are in any place that you enter so that you don’t get lost in an emergency.

Also, never place yourself in a “hole” in public where there is only one entrance and exit and no other people around. These are often crime hotspots

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51points

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Alexia 3 years ago

Yep. Also, if you notice something is wrong - i.e. beginning of a fire, smoke, unusual smell - don't wait to see what happened. It could be nothing, but it could also be an emergency. Just run out of there. It might seem obvious, but I know people who got severely injured this way.

41points

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#41

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Here are a few of street smarts that makes it harder for pickpockets to steal your stuff:

Do not keep your wallet in the backpocket of your jeans. This is a super easy place for pickpocket to take it from.

When in crowed touristy areas it sometimes is better to wear your backpacks or purses to the front of your body. If you sit down in a restaurant, keep your backpack in front of your feet.

Be especially aware of your belongings when there is a bit of pushing, like when entering a subway or metro wagon.

Be alert in situations where a potential group of thieves try to distract you for example by asking you for directions on a map. While you are distracted by showing the person the directions another thief will open your bags and take your stuff without noticing.

Edit: Another thing to lookout are people in European cities asking for cash donations for the blind, deaf or handicapped. The huge majority of them are not for real charities but just to A) get some money from me and B) more importantly for an accomplice to see where you store your wallet.

TheBassMeister , zoetnet Report

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45points

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Daniel Marsh 3 years ago

F***y packs are safer than backpacks. Just don't call them f***y packs if you're in the U.K.

24points

Daniel Marsh 3 years ago

LOL! Or don't call then that on boredpanda!

17points

Sam rice 3 years ago

Why is f a n n y censored

12points

InfectedVoice 3 years ago

We call them bum-bags.

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Nicole 3 years ago

Serious question... Did you censor it or the site?

1point

Neil Bidle 3 years ago

Calling them a "bum bag" when you wear them at the front, is rather daft though anyway

1point

the Me_greatest 3 years ago

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Louloubelle 3 years ago

They are wonderfully practical, and yet everyone makes fun of them.

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Muff_Fluff 3 years ago

Call them what then?

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Chich 3 years ago

A group of kids can run up, one with a razor and slash your pack/bag/purse open. Contents spill out, they all grab something and run off in eleventeen directions. I had a wire net that covered my pack. "Packsafe" I think was the name. Was called "a very smart man" by two sketchy guys in a bazaar I had to walk through to get to the bus station.

6points

Zuzana Rumíšková 3 years ago

I got scammed by fake charity in Berlin. It was 15 years old girl. We offered her €5 and she took €20 from my hand and ran away.

3points

BlackPearltheSeaWing/NightWing 3 years ago

I have to keep my wallet in my back pocket if I don't have a purse because even if I have front pockets it doesn't fit up there

2points

Alphabet Soupy 3 years ago

Yep women’s pockets are a joke, I’ve bought men’s shorts just for the pockets and extra length

1point

Mazer 3 years ago

Lowering your pack, firmly holding it by the back straps can help, so many thieves will cut open the bottom of any pack you are wearing in order to quickly get to the contents. If there is a sign warning about pickpockets, don’t, I repeat DON’T check where your valuables are right there, anyone watching you will then know where to focus their attention

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brukernavn340 3 years ago

But if you wear your backpack in front, everyone will know you're a tourist.

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PurpleDoople 3 years ago

bruh F***y tags lol

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Isabel Care 3 years ago

When you read a notice that has "Beware of pickpockets" don't check for your wallet. Tap the pocket that's full of used hankies instead

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Carol Emory 3 years ago

Also be aware of pickpockets that work in packs. One will distract you while another takes your wallet and hands it to a third person who walks off while you deal with the original pickpocket.

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ChickyChicky 3 years ago

I always swing my backpack around to my front and wear it there in crowded places and public transportation.

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Martin John 3 years ago

I've been surprised when being in people-dense tourist destinations (like the Trevi Fountain in Rome) and the police make a loud announcement that "thieves have been spotted in the area." Whether that is true or not when they announce it, it sure snaps you back into reality and a quick check your belongings!

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Anton Kider 3 years ago

What happens if I'm not wearing jeans...?

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#42

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If somebody asks you your name, have a fake generic name and use it all the time. Mike, Dave, and John will do.

AggravatingOne3960 , zoetnet Report

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Andy Acceber 3 years ago

Someone forgot roughly 50% of the population when they wrote this advice.

57points

#43

If you want to know if you can trust somebody you let in your home, leave a $5 bill in a place that looks like it was forgotten about and that they would see it. If they'll take you for $5 now, they'll take you for more later.

Somatose- Report

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Chrissy Neibarger 3 years ago

Where? On the floor next to the toilet?

9points

#44

Do not unlock your car when halfway across the parking lot from it. Unlock it once you're close enough to see if anyone tries to get into it.

If you're having trouble finding your car, you can hit the "lock" button to get it to chirp w/o unlocking it.

00zau Report

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40points

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Arcana 2 years ago

Hit the honk honk button

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#45

If you are in an area where there are storefronts, use the reflection in their window glass to see behind you as you walk. There may be people on the street that you pass, but if they make a sudden move on you, you can react.

Max123Dani Report

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40points

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R Carson 3 years ago

Also good to use windows when in a congested diagonal parking situation-where you can't see when backing out.

9points

Woman Moves Out Of Parents' Home After They Asked Her To Give Her Space To Brother, They Freak Out

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#46

If you feel uncomfortable in a metro/underground car, slip out as the doors are closing. For bonus security travel back 1d3 (1 to 3) stops, then resume your journey.

Having been mugged once, I'm gonna make 'em work for it if there is a next time.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

Stay safe.

Touristupdatenola Report

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39points

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Tyler Brooke 3 years ago

what was the point of typing 1d3 if you’re just going to put 1 to 3?

14points

#47

If you are a woman and have a handbag with a zipper, make sure the opening end is towards the front (where you can keep an eye on it). This prevents someone walking behind you from opening your handbag and taking your wallet/anything valuable.

IndependentSource Report

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39points

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Cynthia Carter 3 years ago

Done this for years and and use one with shorter straps so it's always under my upper arm. And I never place my handbag in a shopping cart.

6points

#48

never drink/ do drugs in situations you don’t know about. Could be someone spikes it, takes advantage by robbing, rape, kidnapping whatever it is. Always be paying attention

hkellyy Report

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38points

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Asi Bassey 3 years ago

About drinks, if at a bar, never take your eyes off your drink, if you must then don’t go back to it.

20points

Woman Refuses To Chip In For Babysitting Because She Doesn’t Even Have Kids, Asks If She’s A Jerk

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#49

When walking in an unfamiliar city...or trail, look back regularly. It will help you to remember landmarks that will guide you back home.

Abracadaver2000 Report

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Omar Pearson 3 years ago

I also do this while driving to a place for the first time.

10points

#50

Security guards, doormen, food cart owners, and blue collars in general, know where the closest bathrooms are.

ACaulfield910 Report

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R Carson 3 years ago

Good to know.

8points

#51

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) Be aware of surroundings, look like you belong either through body language, attire, or occupation (without being oblivious to things around you). The moment you look lost, out of place, or unsure is the moment you can look like a good target. If someone is looking at you with an expression questioning why you are there, be prepared to answer it with confidence and give an answer they would accept, or be prepared to leave before they can ask.

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago (edited)

"Look like you belong " Say that again to a blond, blue eyed, 2.01 meter high Dutch man walking in Bangkok....

27points

#52

There are 146 street suffixes acknowledged by the U.S. Postal Service. Alphabetically, the first is "alley" and the last is "yard". These are also bad places to duck into if you're being followed, because there's only one exit.

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Muff_Fluff 3 years ago (edited)

Wait, so blvd is a type or road, and drive and road are different? Can someone identify the differences?

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#53

Always tell my kids to walk with a purpose.

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Scagsy 3 years ago

I certainly will do next time I see them.

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#54

If you're alone on the street and you think you're being followed, immediately call someone, forget about conversation starters, and give away your location. You should add " I think I'm being followed". Speak loudly enough so the person you think is following you hears you doing it. If you're right and they were following you, that will be a big turn off. If you're wrong you have nothing to lose.

It might sound harsh, but if anyone approaches you and asks to use your phone for anything ( especially emergency-related ), don't fall for it. They will usually tell you what the "emergency" is, so walk away, tell them you don't have a phone/whatever, and for your inner peace call the emergency and give away that person's location. Tell them exactly what the person told you. Either they really needed help and you're sending it their way, or they tried to trick you into something horrible and will most likely try it again with the next passerby.

Whenever you are, plan ahead and blend in with the crowd. I mean don't dress all-fancy in the hood-kinda thing.

Please, for the love of God, stop using your earphones while on the street. At least try to only have one earbud in if you can't help it. It' s not healthy ( ear fatigue, potential risks to your hearig,etc.) but at least it won't completely cover the background noises.

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NsG 3 years ago

That second point - the flip side, if you are the one with the emergency, never ask to use someone else's phone, get them to use it! If it's a real emergency, you do not have time to faff about unlocking phones and finding where they've hidden the call icon, or whatever else if you're used to android and they've got an iPhone. If a call needs to be made in a real emergency, let the person who is most familiar with the handset make the call!

30points

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#55

The most dangerous time to drive is right when it starts raining, cause any oil on the street has mixed with the water, making it slippery, but hasn't had enough time to wash away yet.

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InfectedVoice 3 years ago

Britain mate, unavoidable.

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#56

I grew up in a a pretty rough neighborhood in chicago and probably the best thing you should do when walking by yourself at night is pay attention to every car. Usually they’ll drive past you and scope you out, if you look like a target you’ll see that car again, or they’ll meet u farther down your path while you’re walking past an alley. Always be ready for something when walking past an alley and stay close to the houses, that way if anything’s suspicious, you can run into a backyard.

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InfectedVoice 3 years ago

In the rough s**t-hole I grew up in, most back gardens were not places you wanted to be either, trust me.

6points

#57

People With 'Street Smarts' Are Sharing Advice That Can Save People In Dangerous Situations (40 Tips) If you are in any sort of confrontation and someone balls their fist and looks away for a second, or even just looks away for a second, you should be prepared for the possibility of a sucker punch.

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WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

Use that second to kick them so hard in the family jewels that the bells are chiming.

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#58

Walk around your car before you get into it.

Keep your head up and be alert, or at least look alert.

FFS, turn off your car and take the keys with you when you stop at a store or gas station.

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Chrissy Neibarger 3 years ago

Who leaves thier keys in and a car running when going into a store?

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#59

When in New York City, odd numbered streets go west and even numbered streets go east. Additionally, odd-numbered buildings are on the north side of the street and even-numbered addresses are on the south.

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Peko 3 years ago

East or west relative to what exactly? In my experience streets are bidirectional.

7points

#60

Utilized a retail store's big reusable bag to hide an expensive purse when walking at a sketchy section in the city.

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Moannnaaaa 3 years ago

I do this all the time. I once placed my phone and wallet in a paper bag with vegetables

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#61

Every answer on the street in a not-so-nice area is No.

"hey can i have a cigarette?" no

"hey you got the time?" no

"hey can i borrow your phone to make a call?" no

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Eslamala 3 years ago

I say no to everything and anyone, by reflex. With the exception of the cigarette. I always say yes, and it has done me a lot of good, especially when I give them to people I see more than once at places I walk past a few times a week

11points

#62

Don't talk if you don't need to.

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Omar Pearson 3 years ago

Exactly. Don't overshare. Don't divulge TMI

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#63

Never turn your back to someone who you don't trust or is aggressive. YouTube is full of videos of people getting sucker punched from behind.

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Jo Frey 2 years ago

My cousin learned this the hard way around 1988. She was with some other people at a convenience store, and words were exchanged with strangers. She and her companions chose to leave, but as they did, one of the strangers ran up behind and punched her, once on each side of her head. Broke her jaw on both sides, and she never saw it coming. I don't remember hearing that the guy was ever caught.

1point

#64

For girls, make up a fake boyfriend to get creeps away. If you’re being followed, don’t freeze up and just keep walking. Go into the nearest fast food place or store. Keep your eyes forward and don’t look at people. And please, for the love of god, don’t stop in the middle of the sidewalk.

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Kim Irving 3 years ago

DO NOT "keep your eyes forward" always be aware of ALL of your surroundings, head up, yes, eyes constantly taking in everything.

10points

#65

If there is one house that looks occupied on a mostly empty street with burnt down houses......that's a trap house.

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Noah Grey 3 years ago

“And if you ain’t a hoe, get up at my trap house!!” -Bobby Schmurder I have one on the east end of the street, and another on the west end. All and all, my neighborhood is pretty safe and gentrification is well in its way. That’s the shitty part.

6points

#66

If a stranger talks to you in public, and it's not immediately clear why they're talking to you, ignore them. Just keep minding your own business, don't look at them, and don't say a word. Most hustles start as "just a friendly chat".

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InfectedVoice 3 years ago

I'm quite a friendly dude and will engage in a harmless conversation with people, some people are just lonely I think and like a chat, I like talking to old people as well. This advice could be taken too far and just make a paranoid wreck who suspects everyone, it's a fine line.

8points

#67

If you are a tourist and want a local to take a pic of you with your phone either have it be an employee or someone you can outrun.

Wear one headphone so you can still hear whats around you

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Nicole Weymann 3 years ago

"Someone you can outrun" So where'm I supposed to find a hedgehog in Rome?

14points

#68

If you’re ever locked up and some of the guys are playing cards and you happen to see a card fell into one of their laps, don’t try and be helpful and point out that they dropped a card.

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Eppe 3 years ago

Ah, the old 'if you're ever locked' up advice

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#69

If someone asks your shoe size start walking lol

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troufaki13 3 years ago

What? Can someone explain?

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Vanessa Richardson 3 years ago

If you need to scream for help, don’t yell HELP! Yell FIRE! Instead. Not all people who hear a yell for help will think it’s genuine, or they don’t want to get involved. When you yell fire, everyone wants to get out of the building in case their’s is the one on fire.

35points

Sheila McEnany Markowitz 3 years ago

Exactly what I was going to write. Sadly, people react to something that affects them or their interests more often than to another person's scream for help.

19points

Eslamala 3 years ago

The best tip I ever got was "when you're going out with your kid(s), take a picture of them before leaving the house. If they get lost, you have a recent picture and the clothes they're wearing, should you need to call the police." Most of these are rather obvious, or straight up paranoid. Not everyone is targeting you. Most of the time, people who *want* to rob you, will find a way to do it, and the whole "stranger danger" thing is ok for kids, but being a paranoid adult won't do you any good.

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Jason Green 2 years ago

There’s nothing paranoid about using common sense and a reasonable amount of caution.

14points

Martha Meyer 3 years ago

Alot of these are really super paranoid. Most places are not a constant danger zone. Especially not during the day.

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Steve Wilson 3 years ago

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Maikai 3 years ago

Perhaps you may be one of the lucky ones that do not need to be super paranoid. I call mine awareness & credit it for keeping me mostly intact.

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Jill McElroy 2 years ago

Depends on where you travel.

4points

More Thinking Needed 3 years ago

If you rethink your "super paranoid" comment as it relates to the entire world, mostly underdeveloped and 3rd world countries, you will come to a different conclusion. Cheers!

3points

Evelyn Debnam 2 years ago

Wrong

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Sage Gusano 3 years ago

At the risk of being labeled with "toxic masculinity" I never get in the car before my wife is inside and her door locked. I'm not the most intimidating man in the world, but if anyone in the parking lot is looking to run up on someone, I figure my 5'10" 200+ pounds looks like less of a target than my 4'10" wife.

18points

Tracy Sellars 3 years ago

What you are is a caring husband.

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Sur Mer 3 years ago

"Walk fast and look pissed off." is the best tip: It works for my whole life and gets me safe through any creepy area. When things get really serious, get out your cell phone and fake an annoyed call. No one will talk to you then.

13points

Moosy Girl 3 years ago

Years ago a stranger asked to use my phone because her phone battery had died. I didn’t want to hand mine over so I suggested swapping the batteries. That didn’t work so I did end up giving her my phone, but she didn’t remember the number she needed to call. So I went with her to find the number… In the end she succeeded in making the call and I didn’t lose my phone in the process, but at this point I probably should have been robbed and possibly murdered according to this article. Instead whenever I saw this girl later on we’d say hi and laugh about the incident and years later we ended up recording a cover song together. So stupid decisions *can* have happy endings. Or I’m just really lucky, because I also survived helping a strange guy look for his puppy when I was around 8 (there turned out to be no puppy, and no pants under his coat, but luckily one very angry mom nearby), AND meeting at a cemetery for a first date (got a life long friend out of that).

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MrOwlAteMyMetalWorm. 3 years ago

I was that scared girl stranger once,I forgot my phone,I panicked then looked around to find a really old granny,she gave me her button phone to call my Mom,she was so nice.Gosh,if everyone on the street said no that day I dunno what would have happened to me.

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JeannevB 3 years ago

I once was on the subway in France, a man was trying to open a zipper on my husbands backpack. I looked him straight in the eyes and told him to back off. He said he was just going by to be with his friend. Next stop they both went out of the train and entered again a couple of doors further. I hope they didn't succeed there either. I always wear my backpack on the front when I'm on the train.

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[Content Deleted] 2 years ago

should have told him, "GET THE F**K AWAY FROM ME OR DIE"

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Metaniel 3 years ago

When someone has approached you, don't go away, look them straight in the eyes, don't look back even for second, and say calmly, but strongly "GO AWAY". This works 99% of a time, as you're showing them, that you're not afraid of them, that you're confident. Mostly they are looking for people, that aren't so self aware and are go to to abuse, rob, or ask for money. And yes, if someone third will get into that interaction, you'll have to do it again (that's kinda why I'm not a fan of "heroes", as I'm doing ok on my own). I'm small female, so it happens to me a lot and that's how I was able to get back home safe all the time.

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Becca Hauck 2 years ago

I think that might work if you're near other people as the guy doesn't want to draw attention to himself. I once stopped at a rest stop on a long drive at 2 am to get a few minutes sleep and went inside the building that had bathrooms and vending machines to use the bathroom and get coffee. There were 2 entrances/exits but one was chained shut. A man came in and blocked the exit, watching me. God kept me calm, I'm not a calm person. I stood across the room watching him. I'm sure the look on my face wasn't pleasant as I'd had a rough night and he was standing between me and my children. But I waited, watching and blowing gently on my scalding hot coffee. After a few minutes, he turned and walked out. After that, I was alert enough to keep driving. But I don't think anything that I could have said would have made me less vulnerable. I think I was clearly communicating " Fkin try me!" With my eyes though and he did consider it. I could see it in his face.

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Leo Domitrix 3 years ago

OK, even I find a lot of this going too far, and I was raised to be rather hyper-vigilant. Be aware, be alert, prepare for worst, life is easier, so far so good.

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Brian Bennett 3 years ago

Most of this is common sense. Where I live I was taught a lot of this by my parents. Every child should be taught survival instincts. I has saved me more than once when I was small and as an adult. Trust no one!

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

And people still don't or may not, commonly sense these things. Educating is helpful, no matter

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Jomo 3 years ago

Well this is depressing

8points

Jason Green 2 years ago

Welcome to reality. But it depends where you are.

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Klee 3 years ago (edited)

Another thing: People For the love of god please do NOT walk with you head down looking at your phone. Firstly it’s bad for your spine. Secondly it makes you a target. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF YOU KNOW THE AREA AMD STOP KIDDING YOURSELF THAT YOU SEE EVERYTHING ON THE GROUND. NO YOU DO NOT.

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Brandy Grote 3 years ago

If you're driving and think you're being followed, navigate to the closest police or fire station. Good chance the followers will not turn in! If they do, honk SOS, call 911, get help, but don't get out!

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Steve Wilson 3 years ago

I had a job that required me to go to some of the roughest neighborhoods in the country & also required me to carry large amounts of cash. When I asked a peer for advice he said “buy a gun & learn how to use it”. I said “but it’s illegal in many places”. Pointing a finger to the sky he said “Would you rather face the judge down here or the judge up there”? Damn good advice.

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Emily Gif 2 years ago

Unfortunately, if you’re not ready and willing to shoot to kill a fellow human being AND educated, knowledgeable, comfortable, and skilled with your gun, then statistics bear out that your gun is much more likely to be used against you than used to protect you.

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KimB 3 years ago

I see a lot of people saying these are paranoid...well paranoia can save your life! And crime isn't just reserved for the US either...

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Vuun 3 years ago

Paranoia can potentially save your life, but it must be straining to live with it.

1point

Just saying 3 years ago

Could I add - just have one ear bud in - you need to be able to hear what's going on around you when you're out - particularly if you are on a bike in traffic or jogging in a park.

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Shane S 3 years ago

Know how to say "I don't speak [local language]" in a third language that's different from yours and the local language(s). Works like a charm. I've even used French here in the USA touristy towns. People trying to con me immediately leave me alone because they can't work their con if they can't communicate and gain my trust.

4points

GirlFriday 3 years ago

Have your car keys in your hand before you leave the building. Fumbling around for keys while in a parking garage or parking lot is dangerous. Do not use the remote to unlock your car until you are right at your car. Unlocking the car from a distance alerts potential evildoers to your location.

4points

Little king trash mouth 3 years ago

But how will I find my car??? But seriously I always forget where I park. Like always. It's a terrible habit

1point

chuckanders81 3 years ago

You come a long way with a little awareness, dont burry your nose in the mobile phone and be aware of your soroundings

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Neil Bidle 3 years ago

If you're worried about identity theft, just be so poor that the criminal is better off keeping their own identity. Pow, easy

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Miss Frankfurter 3 years ago

When you are traveling always know the emergency call number to get police, fire or ambulance. It can be different in any given country. If you don't know it and you need help you could be in some serious trouble. As for kick them in the family jewels, if you're short you won't be able to kick that high. Also, they may be able to get over a kick that wasn't that hard fairly quickly and chase you. If you can grab those jewels and squeeze really hard and twist. Hold it there for even 10-15 seconds he'll be in some pretty bad pain and he won't be chasing you.

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Emily Gif 2 years ago

You can simply call 112 no matter what country you are in and it will automatically direct your call to the local emergency number.

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

Another great thing we do with our kids is if we are a fair and you get lost stand still the moment you realize you're lost. Do not come looking for us. We know where we have been and we will backtrack until we find you. If an adult or police officer approaches you ask them to wait where you're at with you but do not go with them. If they are valid they will stand with them. My brother was lost for 10 minutes in a crowd of 100k and we found him because he stood still. He was a bit tearful but it works like a charm every time! If they're on the Move and your on the move you can miss each other.

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

Because kids think they are invincible we always show our children how strong an adult is if they're trying to grab you. It's emotional and scary but its necessary. We were telling my seven-year-old to fight when her father grabbed her and we found out that locking onto his leg disabled his Forward Motion he could not run with her and he had to focus on trying to get her off his leg leaving her mouth free to scream. It was incredibly effective no matter how small the child is and was a great tool to learn. We also teach them if someone points a gun and says getting the car you are away if there's two of you you can tell us where they were taken if there's only one we can maybe fix a gunshot room but not if you get in the car. And the Yank on the steering wheel especially entering the highway because they're distracted and you don't want the car up to speed before you flipped the steering wheel. Empowering children might be frightening but its necessary! Be safe out there

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

We were teaching my seven-year-old how strong an adult is if they wanted to grab her because kids think they're invincible and they can fight to get away. We found out that if she's able to to grab the kidnappers leg and hang on for dear life her father could not walk nor run properly and while trying to do so left her mouth open for screaming. It was a wonderful thing to realize teach your children and no matter how small they can hang on like a monkey and it disabled him completely from running anywhere! Also teach your children to launch themselves at the steering wheel preferably before the car enters the highway if they are put in car and are in the front seat. You can always take him to a hospital you can't get them back! And if a gun is ever leveled at one child and both are told to get the car they're taught to run away and leave their sibling or their friends because they're the only hope to tell us that somebody was taken and how.

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Vincent Burke 3 years ago

Once when I was a teenager someone came up behind me and put me in a choke hold, he was bigger and stronger than me and had a tight grip. However, I was able to get hold of one of his fingers, once I had that I had him, I pulled it back and twisted him off, I ran off while he was doubled over in pain.

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Ani-87 3 years ago

I’m a female from a Nordic country but I have lived long periods in Spain. I travel by myself, sometimes with spouse or friends. I don’t avoid certain places but I do know not to go to dark alleys etc where none should never go. I have never in my life been robbed or mugged which probably is also luck but I feel like most of these are insanely paranoid. Usually the basic stuff is enough. Choosing a good bag, not putting your money/cards all in one place with your ID, checking the scenery before using your phone/camera, avoiding sketchy looking places, knowing where to call if having an emergency, checking your route options before going, knowing a few local words, knowing what kind of taxis to take and the ones you should avoid etc. Before travelling to Egypt I checked proper clothing out of respect and also that they have 3 kind of cabs + private drivers. One of the cabs was clearly only for locals and two of them were tourist but you needed to check that the meter was working

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Ani-87 3 years ago

The other one was more expensive but both equally good. We used the taxis most of the time without any problems. The hostel staff translated the places where we wanted to go and we paid by the meter plus tip on arrival. Only once the driver insisted on more money so I said to my travel companion that she should open the door and put her leg out so the driver can’t speed off. I paid the right amount and said to the driver if he disagrees he can take that up to the tourist police, which were probably the only words he knew from that sentence and we walked off. He never came back. Most bigger tourist attractions in Egypt have tourist polices for safety. The rest of the trip went smoothly without any issues and none tried to rob us in the bazaar etc. It’s also about the attitude, street smarts and knowing where you are and what customs there might be.

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Chuck Charles R. Evans 3 years ago

In parking garages, I always keep my head on a swivel, scan the area slowly without the jerky scared look. Twice they tried in the parking lot behind the bank, years apart but I remebered.

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Rannveig Ess 3 years ago

STOP looking at your phone while you're walking. Pay attention. You're making yourself a target by not being aware of who is where, who is following you or dangers that might be around. All someone has to do is run up, grab your phone, push you down and you wouldn't know what happened. Or worse. If you need to talk to someone while you're walking (and only do this as a safety thing) put them on speakerphone, look UP and around and talk to them that way. Dont text, don't get so involved you're gesturing and laughing. This means you're "on the phone" not paying attention.

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ivan bolitekurac 3 years ago

Less obvious one,if you have a pixel phone or a pixel rom on your phone,there is an app called safety.You can adjust the time until the phone sends a message and the gps location to a trusted person.

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Ray Heap 3 years ago

Poor Americans living in such a dystopian nightmare where paranoia will save your life

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Sue Lynn Chan 3 years ago

Not really, there are other countries that you need to be careful. Just because it call a safe country doesn't mean there are no crimes. It's rare but you always have to be on guard, even alone.

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Logic and Reason 3 years ago

Huh? I mean sure, the urban centers (like almost all urban centers) can get a bit sketchy, but this article was completely overboard. The vast majority of us don’t live like this.

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

They're just tips. Helpful even. Chill.

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LUCY B. Johnson 2 years ago

When confronted by someone whose begging for money, I face them and yell, NO! GO AWAY! I yell loud enough and with conviction that lots of people can hear me. 3 different times the freeloader was so startled that he ran away. Practice yelling at home if you need to to get over being shy about yelling in public. Lose the whiney voice and take control.

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Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago

Always look for obstructions in your car (penny in handle, plastic bottle in tire, note on windshield) before getting in your car. These are all tricks people use to car jack their targets.

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Uriel Eduardo Viveros Macip 2 years ago

If you're going to a very crowded place, carry your phone and wallet in your front pockets with your hands on them at ALL times, or even better, in the inside pocket of a closed jacket. This has proven to be useful the three times I've got a Kleenex pack stolen from my back pocket at the subway station.

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Holly Allen 2 years ago

If you and your friend are being chased by a tiger, trip your friend. That'll buy you some time.

1point

LiamTheBot 3 years ago

The best tip for me is the cannibalism one

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

And sadly there have been cases where kids were used to lure other kids to pedophiles... my children will not go with any stranger adult or child

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Rene Simons 3 years ago

Most pictures in this post suggest this only happens in Europe and/or Asia. From experience I know you have to be aware of these situations when going to big cities in the USA as well.

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Rickster 3 years ago

Half of these advise you to act crazy.

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Treessimontrees 3 years ago

Any possession can be replaced.

1point

A. Jones 3 years ago

I heard somewhere that cars covered in bumpers (like 6-15) stickers are less likely to get stolen. They're hard to get off.

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Don't Look 3 years ago

In the very beginning, these were quite good. Then they teetered off. And I didn’t bother after like 15. Paranoia .

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FrankStellar 3 years ago (edited)

It's the safest time to be alive and so many of y'all are living in fear.

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Mifa 3 years ago

If you come back to your car after shopping and it suddenly makes noises, do not get out. Drive to a brightly lit, populated area to check it out. If your car wasn't broken before, it shouldn't have become so while sitting there. Therefore, it could be a ploy by a wannabe assailant.

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FrankStellar 3 years ago

This is poor advice that will make small car problems into huge car problems. The majority of problems will first come to light when starting the car rather than whilst you're driving.

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SilverSkyCloud 2 years ago

dont accept "flower for your lover" either

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Valentina Raineri 2 years ago

When you are returning to your car and it is night or you have parked in an isolated place, check under the car from a distance of at least 5 meters. Then check the rear seats and only then enter the car and close yourself immediately inside. But most importantly, start the engine and go, right away. The same advice applies to underground (and not) parking lots and any other place where there are no other people and you have to get to your car alone. Plus, don't always make the same way when walking home from work or gym on a daily basis. Never reveal on social media that you're gonna attend an event, cause you never know who's keeping an eye on you and planning to find a way to get to you. Never talk to strangers or allegedly fake accounts online. You have stalkers and they are never the guy you like and might just be shy. No, they are always crappy creeps to whom you would not respond. Be paranoid, be safe.

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Alex Foster 2 years ago

A lot of this is information that AFAB people are taught from childhood.

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Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago

Park in a well lit area of the parking lot if you know it will be dark by the time you get back. If you feel someone is following you Make 3 left/right turns. If they are still behind you drive to the nearest police/fire department or flag down a police cruiser. This is for people in high populated cities like New York and Chicago who drive high dollar cars, before you even unlock your car check the undercarriage and rear bumper for trackers as your car might have been made a target of a local chop shop.

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Draga Millani 3 years ago

did anyone think John Mulaney when they read the title?

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Bob Belcher 3 years ago

At least 4 of these are John Muleany jokes straight from his stand up. Bad on BP to steal someone's content and not even give the artist credit. I'm not mad, I'm just very disappointed.

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A. Jones 3 years ago

Cheap headphones will keep ya away from unwanted discussions, even if the headphones aren't in use.They're more noticeable than earbuds, especially if ya get one in a neon color. Get cheap cuz if you're wearing the top priced stuff, ya' might get mugged.

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Logic and Reason 3 years ago

While some of these are decent tips, a lot of this article is “How to be paranoid 101”.

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

Or, maybe.. How to save your clueless self

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JP 3 years ago

Holy crap! Where are all these people traveling to? I mean, if it's that dangerous to just be, why visit there???

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Jeremy Biggs 2 years ago

Basically this is all b******t. If you have these “fears” then stay at home, order fast food, and eat until you are 400 or more pounds in weight. Then you witness safe because you can’t even get out of your house

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AmmoniteCat 3 years ago

This makes me uncomfy.

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Zak Rasten 3 years ago

If you're unlucky enough to be on Earth, hitch a ride out asap

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Got Myself 4 Dwarves 3 years ago

It's really quite sad so many people are so paranoid and scared on a daily basis. I can't imagine living like that

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

Who ever said this was a list of a suggested lifestyle?? They're mostly common sense tips that some people may not be privileged enough to know. Doesn't hurt to be aware of your surroundings. It saves.

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Vanessa Richardson 3 years ago

35points

Sheila McEnany Markowitz 3 years ago

Exactly what I was going to write. Sadly, people react to something that affects them or their interests more often than to another person's scream for help.

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Eslamala 3 years ago

29points

Jason Green 2 years ago

There’s nothing paranoid about using common sense and a reasonable amount of caution.

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Martha Meyer 3 years ago

Alot of these are really super paranoid. Most places are not a constant danger zone. Especially not during the day.

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Steve Wilson 3 years ago

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Maikai 3 years ago

Perhaps you may be one of the lucky ones that do not need to be super paranoid. I call mine awareness & credit it for keeping me mostly intact.

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Jill McElroy 2 years ago

Depends on where you travel.

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More Thinking Needed 3 years ago

If you rethink your "super paranoid" comment as it relates to the entire world, mostly underdeveloped and 3rd world countries, you will come to a different conclusion. Cheers!

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Evelyn Debnam 2 years ago

Wrong

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Sage Gusano 3 years ago

18points

Tracy Sellars 3 years ago

What you are is a caring husband.

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Sur Mer 3 years ago

13points

Moosy Girl 3 years ago

11points

MrOwlAteMyMetalWorm. 3 years ago

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JeannevB 3 years ago

11points

[Content Deleted] 2 years ago

should have told him, "GET THE F**K AWAY FROM ME OR DIE"

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Metaniel 3 years ago

10points

Becca Hauck 2 years ago

2points

Leo Domitrix 3 years ago

OK, even I find a lot of this going too far, and I was raised to be rather hyper-vigilant. Be aware, be alert, prepare for worst, life is easier, so far so good.

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Brian Bennett 3 years ago

9points

Rocky Mom 3 years ago

And people still don't or may not, commonly sense these things. Educating is helpful, no matter

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Jomo 3 years ago

Well this is depressing

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Jason Green 2 years ago

Welcome to reality. But it depends where you are.

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Klee 3 years ago (edited)

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Brandy Grote 3 years ago

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Steve Wilson 3 years ago

5points

Emily Gif 2 years ago

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KimB 3 years ago

I see a lot of people saying these are paranoid...well paranoia can save your life! And crime isn't just reserved for the US either...

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Vuun 3 years ago

Paranoia can potentially save your life, but it must be straining to live with it.

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Just saying 3 years ago

Could I add - just have one ear bud in - you need to be able to hear what's going on around you when you're out - particularly if you are on a bike in traffic or jogging in a park.

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Shane S 3 years ago

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GirlFriday 3 years ago

4points

Little king trash mouth 3 years ago

But how will I find my car??? But seriously I always forget where I park. Like always. It's a terrible habit

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chuckanders81 3 years ago

You come a long way with a little awareness, dont burry your nose in the mobile phone and be aware of your soroundings

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Neil Bidle 3 years ago

If you're worried about identity theft, just be so poor that the criminal is better off keeping their own identity. Pow, easy

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Miss Frankfurter 3 years ago

3points

Emily Gif 2 years ago

You can simply call 112 no matter what country you are in and it will automatically direct your call to the local emergency number.

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

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Vincent Burke 3 years ago

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Ani-87 3 years ago

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Ani-87 3 years ago

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Chuck Charles R. Evans 3 years ago

In parking garages, I always keep my head on a swivel, scan the area slowly without the jerky scared look. Twice they tried in the parking lot behind the bank, years apart but I remebered.

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Rannveig Ess 3 years ago

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ivan bolitekurac 3 years ago

Less obvious one,if you have a pixel phone or a pixel rom on your phone,there is an app called safety.You can adjust the time until the phone sends a message and the gps location to a trusted person.

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Ray Heap 3 years ago

Poor Americans living in such a dystopian nightmare where paranoia will save your life

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Sue Lynn Chan 3 years ago

Not really, there are other countries that you need to be careful. Just because it call a safe country doesn't mean there are no crimes. It's rare but you always have to be on guard, even alone.

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Logic and Reason 3 years ago

Huh? I mean sure, the urban centers (like almost all urban centers) can get a bit sketchy, but this article was completely overboard. The vast majority of us don’t live like this.

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

They're just tips. Helpful even. Chill.

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Daniel Marsh 3 years ago

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Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago

Always look for obstructions in your car (penny in handle, plastic bottle in tire, note on windshield) before getting in your car. These are all tricks people use to car jack their targets.

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Uriel Eduardo Viveros Macip 2 years ago

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Holly Allen 2 years ago

If you and your friend are being chased by a tiger, trip your friend. That'll buy you some time.

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LiamTheBot 3 years ago

The best tip for me is the cannibalism one

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Eternal Blackbird 3 years ago

And sadly there have been cases where kids were used to lure other kids to pedophiles... my children will not go with any stranger adult or child

1point

Rene Simons 3 years ago

Most pictures in this post suggest this only happens in Europe and/or Asia. From experience I know you have to be aware of these situations when going to big cities in the USA as well.

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Rickster 3 years ago

Half of these advise you to act crazy.

1point

Treessimontrees 3 years ago

Any possession can be replaced.

1point

A. Jones 3 years ago

I heard somewhere that cars covered in bumpers (like 6-15) stickers are less likely to get stolen. They're hard to get off.

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Don't Look 3 years ago

In the very beginning, these were quite good. Then they teetered off. And I didn’t bother after like 15. Paranoia .

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FrankStellar 3 years ago (edited)

It's the safest time to be alive and so many of y'all are living in fear.

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Mifa 3 years ago

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FrankStellar 3 years ago

This is poor advice that will make small car problems into huge car problems. The majority of problems will first come to light when starting the car rather than whilst you're driving.

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SilverSkyCloud 2 years ago

dont accept "flower for your lover" either

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Valentina Raineri 2 years ago

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Alex Foster 2 years ago

A lot of this is information that AFAB people are taught from childhood.

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Cursedwolf Gaming 2 years ago

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Draga Millani 3 years ago

did anyone think John Mulaney when they read the title?

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Bob Belcher 3 years ago

At least 4 of these are John Muleany jokes straight from his stand up. Bad on BP to steal someone's content and not even give the artist credit. I'm not mad, I'm just very disappointed.

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A. Jones 3 years ago

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Logic and Reason 3 years ago

While some of these are decent tips, a lot of this article is “How to be paranoid 101”.

0points

Rocky Mom 3 years ago

Or, maybe.. How to save your clueless self

5points

JP 3 years ago

Holy crap! Where are all these people traveling to? I mean, if it's that dangerous to just be, why visit there???

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Jeremy Biggs 2 years ago

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AmmoniteCat 3 years ago

This makes me uncomfy.

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Zak Rasten 3 years ago

If you're unlucky enough to be on Earth, hitch a ride out asap

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Got Myself 4 Dwarves 3 years ago

It's really quite sad so many people are so paranoid and scared on a daily basis. I can't imagine living like that

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Rocky Mom 3 years ago

5points