Welcome to the DID You Know blog where you can find the latest safety tips, product features, and recommendations all currated for you by the Damsel in Defense Home Office team!
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Sightseeing while Safeguarding: Harmful Hotels
Hotel chains were nerve wrecked by the rise of a recent all-star, AirBnB; however, per recent data hotels are often still chosen by 68% of all travelers. It does rather make sense as hotels have...
The Great Outdoors: Fishing
One of the most leisurely activities, fishing can be a great way to spend time with your family, friends, or a significant other. Most assume fishing is a pretty boring activity and for the most part, fishing is an uneventful activity. Occasionally, things can turn sour while fishing and we want to ensure you are prepared for any situation you may come across!
Human Trafficking Awareness – Safety Sessions Overview
Human Trafficking is a scary reality most choose to ignore; however, with too many trapped in the living hell, it is all too important to be wary of the danger and how pimps and “bottom girls” use different tactics to trap and kidnap unsuspecting girls. The promise of modeling jobs, better lifestyles, and independence truly lure those in not the best home situations into a prison.
Home Office Favorites – Pete
GPS, short for Global Positioning System, is the foundation of much of modern life. Most people use GPS everyday in one form or another – whether that be rideshare apps, navigation systems, food delivery, or fitness trackers – but not many know GPS’s true beginnings and how it can help one stay safe today.
Films for Freedom
Taken was one of the first movies to bring widespread attention to the horrors of human trafficking. While we do not doubt that it accurately portrays a father’s love and his will to do anything necessary for his daughter, we can confirm that Taken as a whole does not portray an accurate representation of human trafficking.
‘Till the Sun Rises: Staying Safe at Music Festivals and Concerts
Whether it is your first concert ever in a set stadium or you regularly spend a good amount of money attending music festivals across the globe, staying safe should always be at the top of your priority list. We have listed below some top tips to staying safe until the sun rises!
Least Expected – Staying Safe in Public Restrooms
Many people, when they think of staying safe in public, they do not often think of how to stay safe in a public restroom. Unfortunately, predators often hide in public park bathrooms and desert gas...
Pepper Swap
However, what happens when your beloved protection product expires? Can it still be used for a while longer? And, most importantly, how do you change the canister once it is unusable? We are here to answer all your questions and guide you on how exactly to change your pepper canister!
Home Office Favorites – Judah
“Having a clear mind and a clear space allows you to think and act with purpose.” -Unknown In the moment, when time seems to freeze and it is just you facing a stressful, difficult, or dangerous...
The Great Outdoors: Cross Country Skiing
Cross Country Skiing originated in Nordic countries as a means of travel and simple recreation and may have been a practice as early as 600BC. The Norwegian military were the first to hold skiing...
Home Defense
‘Tis the season for gift-giving, cheer-spreading, and warm welcome home-s to family and friends alike; however, ‘tis also the season for stolen packages, home invasions, and other not-so-jolly...
The Full Story is Here!
Shopping small business has been a rising trend in 2024 and it certainly hasn’t stopped in December. Last minute shoppers adore turning to their favorite unique small business that they can purchase...
Fire Safety
The daughter of a fireman, I was always taught that fire prevention and safety is one of the most important things to learn in life. Since I was little, my family practiced our escape plans and...
You’re Invited!
The rising generation is the most connected it has ever been in history; however, it is also the loneliest generation and generations before are also feeling the lonely bug. We say it is time to...
Home Office Favorites – Becca
Tom Swift was a popular book character who was creative inventor, similar to what we may know today as MacGyver. In 1911, Tom’s adventure took him to Africa where he invented the Electric Rifle to...
Importance of Rest
“Having peace, happiness, and healthiness is my definition of beauty and you can’t have any of that without sleep.” -Beyonce Sleeping is the most important reset your body can take and has a...
Natural Disaster Preparedness
Natural disasters used to be completely unpredictable and come with little to no warning. Tornadoes, tsunamis, volcano eruptions, and more used to take countless lives when they struck but thanks to...
Home Office Staff Favorites – Dexter
Have you ever been to a crowded bar, party, or concert and found yourself being harassed by a man who is wanting to get a little bit too close to you? Or on a jog you encountered a shadowy figure...
Last Day of Join Kit!
As the month of October comes to a wonderfully chilly close, we want to be sure that everyone gets the chance to snag this spooky deal! Our $10 Virtual Kit has been upgraded for the month of October...
FIDO: Dealing with Aggressive Dogs
Aggressive dogs can be encountered anywhere, from big cities to the rural countryside. In the United States, there are roughly 5.9 million dogs living on the streets and many of them have been doing...
Read All About It!
Damsel in Defense is happy to announce that our Founder and CEO, Mindy Lin, had the incredible opportunity to be interviewed for a LA Weekly Article! The article highlights our mission, purpose, and...
Elder Safety Checklists
You asked and we answered! Below are two different checklists for you to see if you are living as safely as possible. Pass these printable documents to your friends, family, and neighbors to help...
Bonfire Safety
Fall fun can include many activities, including fishing days, baking fall treats, camping trips, picnics, and apple picking. Bonfires are also a fun group activity that can include smores, songs,...
Abroad and Alone
69% of females refuse to travel solo due to worrying about their safety. This statistic has held many back from even exploring the idea of traveling abroad or even within the United States. On the...
Risky Business: Tips to Avoiding a Risky Lifestyle
“Take a chance! You never know what can happen.” Life is full of choices and decisions. Taking chances on certain things that may seem far-fetched is also part of life and is not always a bad idea;...
Online Safety Tips for Kids
Screen time for children has been a highly debated subject for many, with some parents agreeing that screen time is favorable while opposing parents have declared “war” on screen time and never...
BingoMod
May 2024 - A new Android specific RAT is discovered by the technology and coding company, Cleafy, and it was nicknamed BingoMod. This discovery soon led down a trail so deep that it is still...
The Black Market & The Dark Web
What is the Black Market and the Dark Web? The technical definition of the Black Market, per the Corporate Finance Institute, “a black market refers to a marketplace or system of exchange that...
I Only Have $5 and a Starbucks Card
“Why would anyone want my personal information? I only have $5 to my name and a coffee punch card”. Believe it or not, you do not need to be of high status, social ranking, or someone of influence...
Traveling and in Trouble
During our August 2023 Topic Focus, our Damsel Safety Educators informed many members inside and outside their community about the many benefits of knowing where your exit signs are in a building in...
Alternatives on Airlines
Whether flying solo, with another person, or in a group, safety should always be the number one priority. Unfortunately, in most countries and on most airlines, pepper spray and stun devices are not...
Home Office Favorites – Megan
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Marilyn Monroe spoke the famous quote in the 1958 movie version of the famous Broadway play, “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”. The jewelry industry quickly took the...
Ring, Ring: Phone Scams and AI Technology
We all get those silly spam calls from time to time. Some people get them as often as every day while others get them only on occasion, but the message is still usually the same. It’s a “car...
Elder Fraud
In our previous post, we gave practical ways to help physically keep yourself or help keep your older loved ones safe from physical danger; however, there still is the concern of how one can help...
Elder Safety
Whether you are looking for personal safety tips as an experienced adult or whether you are looking for tips to share with your aging family or friends, we at Damsel care about the safety of all...
Home Office Favorites – Daily Hype
Daily Hype joined the Damsel Protect & Fortify Wellness Line two years ago and has been a staple for many - including Damsel’s accountant, Nick! We wanted to help you get to know our amazing...
Pepper Sprays on Planes
Since the 2006 memoir Eat Pray Love hit bookshelves, many women have discovered solo or small group traveling as a form of healing and discovering themselves. This trend increased greatly with the...
Home Invasion
Kevin McCallister once said “This is my house, I have to defend it”. Similar to Kevin, we all desire to defend our homes and families against the holiday thieves; however, similar to Kevin’s family,...
Prepared Not Paranoid
More now than ever, Podcasts have become popular among all generations. One major genre of podcasts that has become wildly popular is true crime or crime-solving podcasts, which can be informative...
No Tricks Just Tips
Halloween is a great night for kids and adults alike; however, during this time, we need to be cautious of spooky season threats. That is why we have provided a list of some safety tips to keep your...