"Think twice before you act!" That was advice of the father of a young man who was stabbed in Greater Vancouver, BC when he tried to break up a fine between two girls. He died of his wounds and his attacker has still not been arrested.
That is timely advice not only for Good Samaritans like his son, but all of us. You just never know who you are confronting in public places -- especially at night and if you are a female jogger who is lying in wait for you along the park trail you have jogged along so many times before -- without anything ever happening.
The results of not keeping your personal safety always in mind are too vividly illustrated a number of young and older women have been murdered in parks in the Greater Vancouver area by predators who had possibly been watching and planning their attacks for some time.
(Predators do watch. Just this evening I made a bank deposit at drive-in-bank and found a motorcyclist had parked his machine directly opposite to me in the entrance to the parking area and was just standing there watching what I was doing for some reason.)
So in all situations -- especially if you are by yourself in an isolated area-- you need to ask yourself if anybody might be watching and either vary your route when out alone so it is harder for criminals to plan an attack or don't go out alone.
Or if you are caught in a sudden desperate situation like the young man on the bus realize that in such close quarters it is easy for somebody to pull out and and stab you suddenly.
Before you do - anything --ask yourself if it is safe for you to intervene or is if there a --safer way of accomplishing your goals.
Keep in mind the warning of the young man's father to think carefully before doing anything that could be dangerous for you.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft?
Travel Consultant, Claire, had some valuable tips on the local news hours by Global T.V. here in the Vancouver area today.
These focused on how travelers can protect themselves before and while traveling by making sure mail does not pile up in front of their door and also leave most of their credit cards (ones they don't have to use) at home -- in a safe place -- rather than packing them with them where they could be more vulnerable to identity and other thieves.
She also reminded listeners not to use outlets at internet cafes and similar locations for online banking transactions and to use credit cards and cash more most of their purchases -- rather than debit cards and to keep these credit cards and any cash in a safe place.
Another thing which you should keep in mind when traveling is that it is now possible for identity thieves to steal information from credit and other cards just by passing an electronic scanner past your pocket or purse.
According to one expert you can thwart these attempts by making a little purse or wallet out of that old gray (or silver) duct tape. Just wrap a piece of it around a piece of cardboard or paper and you have very effective shielding for your cards apparently.
It is certainly something worth looking into -- whether you are planning a trip to a foreign country or just going about your daily activities in busy streets or shopping malls etc.
These focused on how travelers can protect themselves before and while traveling by making sure mail does not pile up in front of their door and also leave most of their credit cards (ones they don't have to use) at home -- in a safe place -- rather than packing them with them where they could be more vulnerable to identity and other thieves.
She also reminded listeners not to use outlets at internet cafes and similar locations for online banking transactions and to use credit cards and cash more most of their purchases -- rather than debit cards and to keep these credit cards and any cash in a safe place.
Another thing which you should keep in mind when traveling is that it is now possible for identity thieves to steal information from credit and other cards just by passing an electronic scanner past your pocket or purse.
According to one expert you can thwart these attempts by making a little purse or wallet out of that old gray (or silver) duct tape. Just wrap a piece of it around a piece of cardboard or paper and you have very effective shielding for your cards apparently.
It is certainly something worth looking into -- whether you are planning a trip to a foreign country or just going about your daily activities in busy streets or shopping malls etc.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Strengthen Your Heart - Reduce Stress with a Light Foot
Want to strengthen your heart and reduce stress? Go dancing!
I met an old backhoe operator the other weekend who was carried through his shift working a leveling a parking lot at a construction by the thought of picking up his wife and heading out to a community dance centre where he plays the bass and dances until the wee hours of the morning.
He was was really excited about the coming evening as his shift drew to a close as he grew up participating in such dancing in regularly in the south-east corner of Quebec near Maine.
There is little wonder that he seemed to be brimming with energy and life as he spoke of his memories from various dance groups and bands. A friend of ours who goes dancing regularly also eagerly anticipates her weekly dancing and seems to be full of energy and enthusiasm for life as well.
And most doctors will tell you that dancing -- especially as in old time square dancing, tangos type of dances are an excellent way to socialize, as well as to get a great aerobic workout, lose weight and reduce stress all at the same time.
So, if you want a little change of pace from power-weight lifting, or running those marathons, or cycling, or swimming you might want to pick up those dance shoes and head out once in a while with your wife or girl friend to your local dance hall.
If you have any doubts about this watch the Dancing with the Stars show on T.V.
Some of the current contestants, such as Nancy Grace, legal television host and journalist, have lost as much as 15 pounds half way through the current season -- and seem to be having the time of their lives at the same time.
I met an old backhoe operator the other weekend who was carried through his shift working a leveling a parking lot at a construction by the thought of picking up his wife and heading out to a community dance centre where he plays the bass and dances until the wee hours of the morning.
He was was really excited about the coming evening as his shift drew to a close as he grew up participating in such dancing in regularly in the south-east corner of Quebec near Maine.
There is little wonder that he seemed to be brimming with energy and life as he spoke of his memories from various dance groups and bands. A friend of ours who goes dancing regularly also eagerly anticipates her weekly dancing and seems to be full of energy and enthusiasm for life as well.
And most doctors will tell you that dancing -- especially as in old time square dancing, tangos type of dances are an excellent way to socialize, as well as to get a great aerobic workout, lose weight and reduce stress all at the same time.
So, if you want a little change of pace from power-weight lifting, or running those marathons, or cycling, or swimming you might want to pick up those dance shoes and head out once in a while with your wife or girl friend to your local dance hall.
If you have any doubts about this watch the Dancing with the Stars show on T.V.
Some of the current contestants, such as Nancy Grace, legal television host and journalist, have lost as much as 15 pounds half way through the current season -- and seem to be having the time of their lives at the same time.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Don't Ever Do This!
The media -- either the Vancouver Sun or Globe and Mail recently ran a short story about a farmer who caught men trying to steal all all-terrain vehicle from one of his sheds.
He responded by grabbing a shot gun and chasing them down in his pick up. He ended up shooting one of the thieves -- in the back -- while he was trying to run away.
The end result of this was that while the thief was not that severely injured ( the gun was loaded with light bird shot) the farmer was sentenced to 90 days in jail.
Remember. Never give into high pressure reactions and act without thinking. You are responsible for the results of every action to you make.
Saying that you didn't intend to ...or didn't know --- does not work in law.
He responded by grabbing a shot gun and chasing them down in his pick up. He ended up shooting one of the thieves -- in the back -- while he was trying to run away.
The end result of this was that while the thief was not that severely injured ( the gun was loaded with light bird shot) the farmer was sentenced to 90 days in jail.
Remember. Never give into high pressure reactions and act without thinking. You are responsible for the results of every action to you make.
Saying that you didn't intend to ...or didn't know --- does not work in law.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Look For Other Ways To Relax
The on-going trial of Dr. Murray, the former Michael Jackson doctor who is now on trial for involuntary manslaughter is a vivid reminder not only for doctors to always follow the proper protocol when administering dangerous drugs -- but especially for entertainers -- and the rest of us to look around for other ways to relax and fight insomnia with alternative remedies -- that we discuss with our family physicians before using.
One of these alternative -- reflexology -- the massaging of points in your feet, arms, hands, ears, and even head has been around for centuries -- has been proving highly effective in fighting things like stress -- and has no dangerous side effects. For more information clock on reflexologists or reflexology associations in your area.
More and more mainstream physicians and other doctors are recommending reflexology both fight off health problems as well as to help you recover from operations and other health treatments. And from person experience I can assure you that it does work.
One of these alternative -- reflexology -- the massaging of points in your feet, arms, hands, ears, and even head has been around for centuries -- has been proving highly effective in fighting things like stress -- and has no dangerous side effects. For more information clock on reflexologists or reflexology associations in your area.
More and more mainstream physicians and other doctors are recommending reflexology both fight off health problems as well as to help you recover from operations and other health treatments. And from person experience I can assure you that it does work.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Stress Destroying You?
If excessive stress is destroying you or somebody you know click on:
www.dr.nedd.com
He has some very helpful (and proven) suggestions for protecting yourself from stress and has a seminar coming up November 2, 2011 you should attend.
(See also " Flu's Coming Get Scrubbing" and "Play The Role of Reporter" below.)
www.dr.nedd.com
He has some very helpful (and proven) suggestions for protecting yourself from stress and has a seminar coming up November 2, 2011 you should attend.
(See also " Flu's Coming Get Scrubbing" and "Play The Role of Reporter" below.)
Flu's Coming; Get Scrubbing
The Flu is coming and germs are everywhere! According to the article " Where the Germs Are" in the Reader's Digest, large-print, October 2011 edition germs are everywhere on kitchen sponges and cleaning rags, kitchen sinks. Bathroom sins including toothbrush holders and counter tops, ATM keypads, and shopping carts.
The best counter attack pharmaceutical drugs, cough medicine, herbal remedies? Nope!
According to Christ Woolston, the tried and proven tactic of washing your hands often -- for about 20 seconds each time -- about the length of time it takes to hum "Happy Birthday" twice.
Keep an eye open for (and use) those hand disinfectant dispensers featured in many drug stores and other retail outlets and remember to back this up with frequent scrubbing when using kitchen or bathroom sinks for the best protection.
The best counter attack pharmaceutical drugs, cough medicine, herbal remedies? Nope!
According to Christ Woolston, the tried and proven tactic of washing your hands often -- for about 20 seconds each time -- about the length of time it takes to hum "Happy Birthday" twice.
Keep an eye open for (and use) those hand disinfectant dispensers featured in many drug stores and other retail outlets and remember to back this up with frequent scrubbing when using kitchen or bathroom sinks for the best protection.
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