Martial Arts Vs Real Self Defense – Don’t Confuse a Black Belt With Being Able to Protect Yourself!

What does a black belt mean to you. You and I both know what it means to most people. And, that’s what I call part of “The Karate-Myth.” Contrary to popular belief, a black belt in the martial arts has little to do with whether or not someone has the ability to protect themselves. This [...]

Facts And Misconceptions Of Pepper Spray

What is Pepper Spray? Pepper spray or oleoresin capsicum (OC), is a natural substance derived from the oily resins found in cayenne and other varieties of pepper. Contact with OC in a sprayed mist induces an immediate and intense burning sensation of the skin but especially impacts the eyes causing them to slam shut, burn, [...]

Domestic Violence and Child Custody – From the Frying Pan to the Fire of Family Violence

Can we bring justice to family courts? That’s a highly political question, and I think the answer has more to do with the nature of the human beings behind the system and the misconceptions of those using the system to seek safety. We hear of battered women falling through the cracks of the system [...]

Sex Offenders – Avoid Misconceptions and Protect Your Family

Not many issues are emotional as those surrounding sex abusers, rules and laws against them and legislation about how to identify and register sex offenders. Offenses surrounding sex are traumatizing, confusing and at the same time painful. We all want our family to be safe from sex predators. Their is evident controversy about the [...]

Confidential Address Programs: What Every Domestic Violence & Stalking Victim Should Know

If you are a victim of domestic violence or stalking and you are considering using a state offered confidential address program or if you are considering an identity change, there is some information that you must know before you utilize these programs.   It is important that all victims of stalking and domestic abuse [...]