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How To Get The Truth Out of Anyone! Compiled By: John J. Webster From: "Never Be Lied To Again" By David J. Lieberman, Ph.D.:
In an ideal society there would be no need for lies. But we live in a world
of deception. And whether you want to play or not, you’re in the game. The
question is, do you want to win?
Freedom From Fear: Spotting Trouble Before it Happens One of the
most-asked questions during my street survival training is, "What am I going
to see right before an attack?" That's a good question. It tells me the
student is concerned about avoiding the situation altogether, and wants as
much time as possible to maximize his chances of survival...
THREAT
ASSESSMENT Threat evaluation process consists of two parts: 1)
collecting information via constant observation and fixation of changes in
the environment; 2) determining on the basis of available (fractional, as a
rule) information existing risks and their classification by two groups -
the ones which can be avoided and the ones which cannot (the last ones
should be subject to detailed analysis). Only then necessary measures are
worked out to reduce the threat and its consequences to a minimum. If you
employ security personnel, it is their business, but you should inform them
about all your suspicions and problems concerning your safety. Cases, when
definite criminals or criminal groups are known to your security guards are
quite rare. Usually the nature of threat is determined, on the basis of
features, typical for all potential assaulters.
Surveillance Detection Program Throughout the years there have been
kidnappings and assassinations that change the way we view Executive
Security. These incidents make great learning tools, and act as standards
for those involved in training.
Situational
Awareness – Zanshin: At the top and bottom of the force continuum is
situational awareness. The Karate term for this is zanshin. Literally, "zanshin"
means something like "remaining mind," or "continuing awareness." Zanshin
applies to your awareness of the world around you. You notice the people
around you – how they stand, how they carry themselves, what is in their
eyes – because you need to be prepared to interact with them. You are
present in the moment. The greatest self defense tool you have is between
your ears. When you are aware of the world around you, you can head off and
avoid 99.44% of the situations which might force you to deploy a weapon.
Even Gichin Funakoshi, the "father of modern Karate" said avoidance was the
best strategy, and, if confronted by an armed [with a knife] opponent, run
if you can. In the same way, if you are planning on going somewhere that you
think you’ll need your battle rifle, two backup pistols and a kevlar vest,
just don’t go there. If you find yourself somewhere that doesn’t "feel
right," leave. A little bit of common sense can spare you of a lot of grief
and lawyer bills. If you can’t avoid the situation, your zanshin will
prepare you to respond effectively and appropriately.
HOW TO DETECT SURVEILLANCE AND SHADOWING. PART I. Prior to a serious
crime, criminals (if only they are not laymen) always gather data which
should ensure successful realization of the criminal plan. Routes, work
schedule, way of life, daily routine, environment, habits, appearance and
distinctive marks of the target are specified. Whenever possible photo or
video shooting is carried out. Information about the target's security
guards, their professional and personal qualities, tactics, equipment and
armament is also obtained.
HOW TO DETECT SURVEILLANCE AND SHADOWING. PART II. COUNTERSURVEILLANCE.
For effective and covert detection of shadowing countersurveillance
technique is often used. Countersurveillance is observation of "tails",
shadowing the target, by onlookers, placed at temporary points along the
route. The fact is that detectives, shadowing the subject, will most likely
look quite natural in the eyes of the subject. But for detached onlookers
their activity may be rather inadequate. For example, their attempts to
disappear from the eyes of the subject when he turns back can be
imperceptible for the subject, but near-by people, who know whereat to focus
their attention, will spot them. Therefore countersurveillance enables to
reveal the fact of shadowing, determine its performers, and possibly, the
sponsor. The data obtained as a result of countersurveillance will help to
determine the place and time of the planned assault.
HOW TO ELUDE SHADOWING After shadowing is detected, you should determine
what actions to undertake. Do not panic and try to hide – it may be a
preventive measure on the part of somebody (your wife, for example). But on
the other hand, the danger should not be underestimated - in most planned
kidnappings, muggings or assassinations the victims are under surveillance
for a period of time prior to the confrontation attacks. In this case
shadowing is a signal that something bad is planned against you.
HOW TO SPOT A SUICIDE BOMBER The basic weapon of a suicide terrorist
(martyr or "mujahidin") is an explosive device. The bomb or the so called
martyr's belt is a curved explosive plate with little bags filled with steel
balls, nails and nuts which are fixed on it for splinter effect. The bomb is
strapped to a chest with a wide belt. The explosive is set off with an
electric detonator or a radio-controlled fuse. Explosive devices can be also
transferred in suitcases, packages, backpacks, perambulators, etc.
HOW TO DETECT A CONCEALED WEAPON While realizing their plans, criminals
carry out actions which can be spotted by an attentive observer. By a number
of signs one can detect those, who try to conceal weapons.
HOW TO
INTERPRIT BODY LANGUAGE AND FACIAL EXPRESSIONS In terms of personal
safety, skill and ability to confront an armed abuser is far from being the
most important thing. It is much more important to notice sings of imminent
threat as early as possible, in order to have enough time to avoid it, or at
least prepare to repel the attack. A person, as a rule, does not control
his/her posture, gestures, facial expression, and they frequently give out
his/her latent aspirations. Understanding body language is a skill that can
enhance your life. The skill is useful not only at the moment of
confrontation with potential abuser, but also in dealing with people -
clients, colleagues, loved ones, etc.
HOW TO
KEEP YOURSELF SAFE IN A MASS CROWD For a correct assessment of possible
threat you should keep in mind that a crowd can be dangerous and not
dangerous (harmless). A harmless crowd may consist of bystanders or
passers-by, people in recreational areas, tourist groups, etc. Crowds of
the first type are formed at rallies, demonstrations and other political
events, as well as music concerts, football matches, etc In very crowded
places, the crowd itself is dangerous. Avoid the dangerous crowd. Do not
bump into the frenzied group of mob if you take to streets. Better you cross
the road to the sidewalk across. Or, simply stay at a safe distance.
Avoiding Criminal Assault by Goshin: For the individual private
citizen, the best defense against crime is avoidance. Simply put, don't be
there or don't be the chosen victim. "Duh, Goshin," you say, "no kidding?"
Seems overly simplistic? Ah, but the devil is in the details...
Using Your Environment Wherever you go, you have to watch out
for life’s blind spots, dark areas and corners. This is not an easy thing to
do as life becomes more complicated. These areas, contrary to what many
people write about, cannot always be avoided either. If you exit your home,
your vehicle, your place of business/employment, you take a look around. It
seems so simple, yet so many people just start chunk’in across the parking
lot, sometimes weaving in and out of parked cars with careless abandon. They
might be "looking" but are they thinking about what they are looking at?
Their environment...
Self-Defense Awareness
The Nuts & Bolts Of Awareness - Learning To Detect Trouble
Bureau of Justice
This is a website to retrieve actual crime statistics broken down by
geography and/or crime. You will find this site full of helpful information
relevant to the true state of our social affairs.
The Antidote to Fears of Terrorist Acts: Survivor Personality Skills
by Al Siebert, Ph.D. Adapted from
The Resiliency Advantage: Master Change, Thrive Under Pressure and Bounce
Back From Setbacks by Al Siebert, Ph.D. (Berrett-Koehler Publishers)
The antidote to feeling terrorized is to develop skills that reduce your
chances of getting caught in terrorist acts, help you avoid feeling
intimidated, and increase your confidence that you can cope with dangerous
situations if they occur.
The
Communications Technology Review - Principles of Self Defense Self
Defense begins with CONSTANT SITUATIONAL AWARENESS. This will help you to
"avoid situations requiring the use of YOUR SUPERIOR SKILLS". Situational
Awareness is being KNOWLEGABLE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS AT ALL TIMES and IN ALL
PLACES.
Public Safety: Personal Safety Awareness Personal safety is about
risk reduction, using good common sense and trusting your instincts.
How to be Vigilant without Worrying
and Alert without Fear
Help your child avoid dangerous situations Children face a
variety of dangers every day, from cuts and scrapes to encounters with
strangers- both actual and virtual -that could threaten their lives. To
provide for the safest environment possible, in addition to improved
legislation and more severe and swift punishment, we need to teach our
children and our loved ones safety and self-empowerment skills.
Stalking and Domestic Violence Stalkers and domestic violence
abusers rely on two main components. First isolating and confusing people
with their earlier behavior. Second, people not being willing to go as far
as they will. They will twist and turn the insides of your mind until you
don't know which way is up and when you try to reassert yourself in order to
get your life back, or displease them in any way, they will punish you.
Pyramid of Personal Safety There is no reason to live in fear of
crime and violence. There is however reason to take reasonable precautions.
And in doing so, you will have deterred most criminals from choosing you as
their victim. The reason is simple, there are thousands of people around who
are easier and safer targets. You won't have stopped the criminal from being
a criminal, but you will have stopped him from choosing you as a victim.
Avoiding Criminal Assault
By: Goshin. 25 June 2003. While a criminal assault is unquestionably the
"fault" of the criminal, it is rarely mentioned that the *victim* was
usually chosen because his behaviors said "I'm a good victim" to the
criminal. Let's learn how not to be a good victim then.
How to Stop an Attacker Starting on You Are you like a weak animal
just waiting to be preyed upon? Is there a "Hurt Me" sign on your back
that's clearly visible to a skilled and violent attacker? Are you dead easy
prey for an attacker? You are about to learn some very simple tricks and
techniques that can stop an - unknown to you - attacker, before he starts
his assault on you.
How to be Safe in Your Car I'm going to tell you a story, give you
a simple way of reminding yourself to practice safe driving, and take you a
little further down the road to an attack resistant you.
Why Dreamers make Good attack Victims Learn how being in a
dream-like state can make you stand out from the crowd as an easy target for
violent crime? Discover the recipe for an attacker's ideal plan of attack.
How to remove the first two ingredients from the attack recipe, so the
remaining three are of no use.
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