Stalker Prevention 101: Tracy's Journey and Proactive Safety Lessons [Podcast Episode 39]
Summary
In this podcast episode, Mandi engages in a conversation with her guest, Joe, who shares a real-life story about helping a woman named Tracy deal with a serious stalking threat.
Joe, who has a background in teaching shooting and personal defense, explains how Tracy sought his assistance after her life was endangered by a persistent stalker. The story unfolds as he delves into the intense series of classes, phone calls, and advice he provided Tracy beyond just firearm training. Key topics include situational awareness, surveillance, and the importance of expanding one's security measures beyond the home.
He emphasized the need to be vigilant and proactive in dealing with potential threats, offering practical advice on recognizing surveillance, involving law enforcement, and making oneself a hard target.
The podcast concludes with a discussion on the significance of situational and scenario-driven training for personal safety.
Lessons Learned
Lesson 1 = Situational Awareness
Emphasizes the need for awareness of surroundings and changes in the environment.
Lesson 2 = Surveillance Awareness
Stresses the importance of recognizing and understanding surveillance as a prerequisite for potential attacks.
Lesson 3 = Proactive Measures
Encourages proactive steps, including involving law enforcement at the first sign of a threat, maintaining a surveillance log, and making oneself a hard target.
Lesson 4 = Involving Law Enforcement
Provides practical advice on involving law enforcement early on, such as documenting suspicious activities and providing detailed information.
Lesson 5 = Scenario-Driven Training: Highlights the significance of situational and scenario-driven training for personal safety, emphasizing the importance of practical knowledge.
Resources
You can find Mandi on Instagram @WomenAwareAndPrepared
Her website is WomenAwareAndPrepared.com where you can contact her or sign up for her weekly Tuesday Tip emails (at the bottom of the website) to stay safer and feel more empowered. You’ll receive a downloadable list of Mandi’s favorite 10 things to do to stay safer.
Music by Andrea Hamilton Binley at HopefulPop.com.
The primary purpose of the Women Aware and Prepared Podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast series does not constitute advice or services. Please use common sense for your own situation.
