Human beings and our ancestors have been around for millions of years.  And, as a result, our instincts for danger have evolved, become more sensitive, and better at detecting possible threats.  Listen to those instincts!  More than any other thing you can do to keep yourself safe, you can listen to your instincts.  If your instincts tell you that there is something “wrong” with a person, don’t talk yourself out of it, don’t say that you should give the person a chance, just listen to yourself.  If your instincts tell you that you are being followed, act as if you *are* being followed and seek shelter.  The risk-reward (or cost/benefit) is to act on your instincts!

O, before I forget, tonight is Christmas Eve.  I wish all you readers a Happy and Safe Holliday.