Originally Posted by abaya

I don't know how it is for other women, but when I'm alone, I'm always, always listening and watching around me (like when I'm walking at night) because I basically assume that I will be a target of assault/rape/robbery, as a woman. I hate having to think that way, but it's the only thing that keeps me safe. I also took a defense class and run through those scenarios in my head when I'm really anxious, to calm myself down.