Some Articles & Recommended Readings

These are some wonderful articles I have found that may help you.

Recommended Reading: Women’s Self-Defense History

Her Own Hero: How Self-Defense Became Acceptable for American Women by Rachel Michelle Gunter

This fascinating article explores the history of women's self-defense in America and highlights how early women challenged societal expectations by learning boxing, jiu-jitsu, and other methods of personal protection. It also examines the connections between physical empowerment, women's rights, and the suffrage movement.

Read the full article here:

https://nursingclio.org/2019/04/04/her-own-hero-how-self-defense-became-acceptable-for-american-women/

Recommended Reading: The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker

One of the most influential books on personal safety, The Gift of Fear teaches readers how to recognize warning signs of violence and trust their intuition when something feels wrong. De Becker argues that fear is not a weakness but an important survival signal that can help us avoid dangerous situations. The book explores common tactics used by predators and provides practical strategies for personal safety.

Recommended Reading: The Survivor Personality: Why Some People Are Stronger, Smarter, and More Skillful at Handling Life's Difficulties by Al Siebert, PhD

This chapter explores the traits and habits of resilient people who overcome adversity and grow stronger through challenges. Siebert argues that resilience is not a rare gift but a set of skills that can be developed. The chapter examines how people can move beyond a victim mindset, adapt to change, and cultivate the qualities that help them survive and thrive during difficult circumstances.

Read Chapter One:

https://practicalpsychologypress.com/resources/survivor-personality-chapter-one/

Recommended Reading: The Survivors Club: The Secrets and Science That Could Save Your Life by Ben Sherwood

Drawing on interviews with survivors, scientific research, and expert insights, this book explores what helps people survive and recover from crises. Sherwood examines resilience, fear management, situational awareness, decision-making under pressure, and the mindset that allows people to adapt and persevere during adversity. The lessons apply not only to emergencies but also to everyday challenges and personal safety situations.

Learn more:

https://www.amazon.com/Survivors-Club-Secrets-Science-Could/dp/0446580244

Recommended Reading: When I Fell From The Sky: The True Story of One Woman's Miraculous Survival. by Juliane Koepke

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=when+I+feel+from+the+sky&crid=3GK9X8TI2HYR8&sprefix=when+i+fell+from+the+sky%2Caps%2C264&ref=nb_sb_noss_1