Real World Safety for Women [Paperback]

Michael Linehan (Author), Christine Schlattner (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...The ideas are simple and immediately usable, and yet profoundly powerful. Highly recommended...a solid 'How to' manual..." -- Ellen Bass, Author of The Courage to Heal: A Guide for Women Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, Free Your Mind, and For Earthly Survival.

"Real World Safety for Women is that rare combination of practical information and readability...greater skills and greater safety..." -- Gavin de Becker, Best-selling author of The Gift of Fear and Protecting the Gift

About the Author

Christine Schlattner has a background in communications and holds an M.A. in adult education, specializing in Transformative Learning. Michael Linehan has an extensive background teaching physical arts. He holds an M.Ed. and is a Sandan (third-degree black belt) in Aikido. Together Christine and Michael have taught thousands of women, men and youth how to keep themselves safe by awakening and empowering their natural abilities.

Product Details

• Paperback: 250 pages
• Publisher: Real World Solutions Publishing (July 2000)
• ISBN-10: 0968596304
• ISBN-13: 978-0968596302
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,131,672 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars mental, emotional and physical safety for everyone, August 25, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Real World Safety for Women (Paperback)

There are many, many books (and would-be self defense classes!)out there that claim to teach you how to fight off attackers without ever stressing the importance of pre-attack factors. This book is a manual on how to protect oneself on EVERY level. It begins by showing how to change a feminine belief system that has been so deeply ingrained in most women that we do not even realize how it controls our relationships, our ability to respond, our self esteem and ultimately, our safety. In order to be safe, we must first realize that we are strong and we can mount effective verbal and physical defenses against any assault. The information in this book is essentially what one would learn in a full impact self defense course. Although it does not take the place of full experiential (or what the authors call scenario-based self defense) training, it is a valuable introduction to it and a useful aid in remembering what one has learned if one has already completed such training. After outlining the steps to take in order to strengthen oneself mentally and emotionally, the concept of boundary setting is discussed and after that, there are very clear and graphic instructions and photographs for defending against a physical attack. Reading and doing the exercises in this book should result in a major transformation. You will significantly reduce your chances of ever becoming a predator's target, whether the predator is just a lewd, rude co-worker or a deranged criminal on the street (or God forbid, hiding in your home!). Every woman (and indeed, every decent person out there) deserves access to this information. A HUGE THANK YOU to the authors for taking the time to write this highly effective and much needed book!

5.0 out of 5 stars IF YOU CARE ABOUT SAFETY,BUY THIS BOOK!!, January 15, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Real World Safety for Women (Paperback)

Anyone who is concerned about personal safety from violence, harrassment, or abuse for themselves or their loved ones will find this book empowering and practical. The stories and activities really help the reader to know what actions to take to prevent and stop emotional, physical, and sexual threats from others. The book also clearly addresses the psychological issues which get in the way of self care and self esteem. Real World Safety is highly readable and an important addition to the book shelf of any individual or professional who is committed to making our world a safer happier place.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the best books I've read on personal safety, August 8, 2001

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Paul E. Rowsey - See all my reviews

This review is from: Real World Safety for Women (Paperback)

Don't let the title fool you. THIS BOOK IS FOR MEN also. In this book you will learn MANY things. But one of my favorite is on setting boundaries to protect your self. Michael & Christine do an excellent job of explaing how to do this. This is all covered in the section The Seven Keys to Personal Safety. Then there is the section on applying the keys. I will not go into anymore detail except to say ,I dont care who you are, YOU NEED THIS BOOK. You WILL learn from it.

Paul Rowsey

Personal Safety & Crime Prevention Consultant Charlotte, NC