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where I, Mandi, a trained domestic violence victim advocate helps those feeling vulnerable learn emotional self defense and how to be street smart.


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You deserve to live in peace and safety! Hear safety tips that will help us enjoy empowered lives. Let’s leave worry behind so we can be savvy, aware, and prepared

What To Expect When Calling 911

What To Expect When Calling 911

What To Expect When Calling 911Mandi Pratt
Published on: 17/03/2026

Listen to Dispatch Supervisor, Glenna, inform us on: - When to call 911 versus the non-emergency line - Handling suspicious situations - Providing tips for effective communication with law enforcement Glenna emphasizes the importance of using 911 for situations involving imminent threats to life or significant property loss. The topic of reporting harm to pets is discussed as well as the distinction between felonies and misdemeanors. Glenna provides insights into the dispatch process and encourages callers to be proactive in saving the correct police department number in their phones. They discuss anonymous reporting and more. The episode concludes with a role-play scenario where Mandi calls 911 to report a car accident, highlighting how a dispatcher may respond in order to gather information and ensure caller safety.

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Home Safety Tip: Trust Your Intuition and Act on It

Home Safety Tip: Trust Your Intuition and Act on It

Home Safety Tip: Trust Your Intuition and Act on ItMandi Pratt
Published on: 06/01/2026

A loud knock at the door. Early morning. Something feels off. What you do in that moment matters more than you think. In this short but powerful episode, Mandi shares a recent real-life moment that highlights why intuition is one of our most important safety tools. Why listening to that “something isn’t right” feeling matters, and simple, practical ways to stay safer at home. This episode is a reminder to slow down, think smart, and take your inner warning system seriously.

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Sending My Daughter Off to College: How Do I Keep Her Safe? (Include Your Sons Too)

Sending My Daughter Off to College: How Do I Keep Her Safe? (Include Your Sons Too)

Sending My Daughter Off to College: How Do I Keep Her Safe? (Include Your Sons Too)Mandi Pratt
Published on: 16/07/2025

“I’m sending my daughter off to college… how do I keep her safe?” It’s a question so many parents—especially moms—are asking. In this powerful solo episode, trauma-informed speaker and safety advocate Mandi Pratt shares how her upcoming holistic safety workshops are answering that very question. But there's more: these workshops are now explicitly inclusive of all genders, inviting boys and men to become part of the safety solution.

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How to Prioritize Your Safety Over Being Polite: Jumper Cable Example

How to Prioritize Your Safety Over Being Polite: Jumper Cable Example

How to Prioritize Your Safety Over Being Polite: Jumper Cable ExampleMandi Pratt
Published on: 30/04/2025

What do you do when your instincts are screaming “no,” but you feel obligated to say “yes” to be polite? In this empowering podcast episode, Mandi shares a powerful Q&A moment from her recent presentation in Hawaii, where a woman asked how to break free from the ingrained pressure to always be nice—especially when it could compromise personal safety. Through a real-life scenario involving jumper cables and an isolated location, Mandi offers practical, life-saving alternatives that allow women to prioritize safety over politeness. You’ll walk away with mindset shifts, verbal strategies, and a reminder that it's okay to say no—because your safety matters more than being polite.

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