Author: Frederick Reid

Being a solo female traveler somehow inherently puts women in danger. Well, there is always a truth to that statement. But it is not because women are weak. Sometimes, there are just certain factors that do not allow them to do whatever they want. It is not a biased judgment, but a truth that needs Continue reading

  Source: flickr.com For women, there can be plenty of suggestions about how to get out of a difficult, abusive relationship, but what can you tell women who aren’t able to leave or want to simply stay in the relationship? Now, that is not an easy situation. It’s difficult as it is to end a Continue reading

Women were raised by society to be independent at such a young age, telling them not to depend on anyone but themselves. With patriarchy still in effect, women are still seen as secondary and unimportant as compared to their male counterparts. Anxiety can develop from this obvious neglect. With no one looking out for them, Continue reading

Way beyond the looks, people – especially women – deal with anxiety over how their breath smells. As you know, it is not enough to have a beautiful face. That won’t matter if your acquaintances cannot stand the stench that comes from your mouth. The truth is that the dragon breath isn’t merely a result Continue reading

  Source: flickr.com   I remember the first time I dealt with two stalkers in the streets. I was 14 years old, and I was a timid kid then. They followed me and almost caught my arm when they whistled and howled. The good thing is that I was nearing a corner restaurant where many Continue reading

  Gaslighting is a term used to describe a psychological form of coercive control or manipulation that typically occurs in different relationships. When a person is gaslighting you, he attempts to wield power over you and makes you think that you are unable to think or reason for yourself. Source: flickr.com Has your partner or Continue reading

  Women are naturally fragile and defending themselves is the least they can do about their attackers. There are certain things that they have to understand to be able to protect themselves from unwanted behaviors. They have to learn how to shield themselves from people who wish to harm them in several abusive ways.

It’s good to study judo or any martial arts for self-defense to protect yourself from bad elements on the street.  But if you can’t, it’s totally okay.   Learning to be street smart can save you from the jungle-like streets.  

It’s not about being paranoid, but let’s admit it, the streets are becoming more and more unsafe for women, young and old.   Cases of violence and harassment against women and girls are increasing day by day, and statistics say that 45% of women don’t feel safe walking alone at night.