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Self-defence
is about awareness and confidence. Learning how to fight
will make you more focused and give you confidence and
that makes you less likely to be a target of violence
in the first place.
Here
are some guidelines from Panee and Taworn Sirisutthidecha.
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Safety
in public toilets
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Go
with a friend if possible.
Be
watchful of surroundings. Be extra careful in isolated or poorly-lit
toilets.
Choose
the cubicle closest to the exit.
Don't
hang your purse on a door hook, or put it on the floor. Keep
it close to your body.
Don't
dawdle, or spend an hour putting on make-up or talking on the
phone.
Get
out as soon as possible.
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Safety
in your car
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In
car parks, park in a well-lit area, close to the exit if possible.
Always
have keys ready when approaching your car.
Check
inside and around your car before entering.
Always
keep the car doors locked and windows up, and don't roll down
your window for
anyone
approaching you.
Keep
your purse hidden on the floor.
Don't
stop if someone is flashing headlights at you.
Stay
in your car if you have an accident. Assess the situation before
getting out.
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Safety
in a taxi
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Try
to sit behind the driver.
Notice
details as the car's colour, taxi number, vehicle registration
number, characteristics of the driver.
Stay
alert. Don't fall asleep.
Try
not to chat to the driver. If you do talk, don't give personal
information about yourself.
Tell
someone your route, and your expected arrival time.
If
you are uncomfortable at all with the taxi driver or situation,
get out immediately.
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