5 things women carry that can turn into effective weapons
We are living in times when rape and molestation have become daily news. Some women are even afraid to go out and travel short distances by themselves. But not going out is not a solution and it's time to fight back. We bring you a list of common things that women carry in their bags which can be turned into effective weapons for self-defense.
Your do-it-yourself 'knucklebuster'
Your bunch of keys can be effectively used as self-defense weapons. All you need to do is hold your keychain in your palm and then let each key pass through the spaces between your fingers, with the sharper side pointing outward. Close your fingers into a fist and the keys will look like spikes. Then lash out your arm to injure your attacker.
Your all-time ever-ready 'stabbing weapon'
Remember your school days when an accidental poke from a pen or pencil used to hurt so bad? To defend yourself, you can simply hold the pen or pencil tightly in your palm and then stab your attacker with the nib side. While the attacker winces in pain, it would give you enough time to make a run.
Your personal 'rope' to the rescue
A scarf is a simple daily accessory that can be used as a lethal weapon. Using your scarf as a rope, you can put it around his neck and then tightly clasp his throat. Try to cut off his oxygen supply by using as much strength as possible. When you start feeling that he is weakening, use the opportunity to run.
Why use them for skin protection only?
Not only are lotions and sanitizers helpful in protecting your skin, but can also prove useful in protecting you from attackers. They are trusted enemies for the eyes, and even a single drop of them can cause a painful and stinging sensation. Simply squeeze out some of it in your palms and throw it into the attacker's eyes, then run.
The ultimate rescuer is your bag
Your bag can also be used as an effective weapon. You can use its belt as a rope to choke the attacker. The bag itself can be used to hit him hard. All your strength and the weight of your bag combined would give your enemy a powerful blow, enough to bring him down on his knees, giving you time to run.
