Self-Defense Blog for Women

Angie M. Tarighi is the CEO & Founder of Women's Self-Defense Institute and has been teaching women's self-defense programs for over 20 years. She is a tireless advocate of self-reliance and responsibility, encouraging women to actively protect life through awareness and education. With the help of WSDI, women replace fear with skills, knowledge and confidence. For more information and to learn more about our upcoming RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) courses please click here.

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Sep 2, 2010, September is Self-Improvement Month - Why not start with your Safety?

September is National Preparedness and Self-Improvement month, what have you done to increase your safety?

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Jul 15, 2010, Stalking - Understanding How to Protect Yourself

Comprehensive look at stalking and how to protect yourself

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Jul 8, 2010, 5 Reasons for Women to Take a Self Defense Course

As a group, we continue to deny the need for our own self-protection, relying instead on arguments that someone should be protecting us. Here are 5 reasons for women to take a self defense course.

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Jul 7, 2010, 10-Mistakes-You-Cannot-Make-When-Confronted-with-Violence

10-Mistakes-You-Cannot-Make-When-Confronted-with-Violence is about recognizing potentially violent & dangerous situations; knowing how to employ verbal de-escalation and boundary skills.

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Jun 18, 2010, Woman Fights Off One of Two Home Burglars

This goes to what we continually teach...you increase your odds of survival and escape when you are prepared to fight back! What's your safety plan?

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Jun 5, 2010, Hemet Woman Fights Off Sexual Predator

Another great story of a young woman using her wits and fighting off a sexual predator. Self-defense isn't hard. It's about being committed to doing what you have to do to survive.

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May 27, 2010, Woman Fights off Carjacker at Gas Station

Couple of great points in this article. Rosalina was paying attention and noticed something wrong which gave her the ability to react to the situation. Remember, you're never too small to fight back. Way to take control Rosalina!

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May 19, 2010, Woman Fights Off Would-Be Rapist Behind Shaler Gas Station

Self-defense is not rocket science. It is about having a plan - simple, direct, targeted moves is what it is all about.

As the Sheriff on the case stated "We tremendously admire her because she refused to accept what was about to happen to her -- what was apparently about to happen to her -- and I think her fortitude forced this man away. I think she really defended herself right there."

Do you possess the "fortitude" to defend yourself if needed?

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May 13, 2010, Grannies Fight Back Against Rapists

You are never too old or too young to learn how to defend yourself against an attacker. Never forget that crimes against women are about power and control. And unfortunately, the police usually arrive to late to help or, as this story points, are bribed to look the other way. Are you prepared to protect yourself if you had to? Wouldn't it be better to be prepared and never need the skill set vs. not being prepared and attacked?

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May 11, 2010, Young Girl Fights Off Abductor

It's great to see young women standing up and fighting back for their safety. How have you prepared your children for these circumstances?

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