Reply #15: I hope you never need it [View All]

[goju]

I dont want to be pessimistic but, it is exactly people like you, and me, who make up the statistics. I hear at least 10 new stories a month about someone who never imagined something would happen to them. Its my business so I am exposed to the horror stories frequently. Not unlike cops who deal with gun violence on a daily basis.

I wouldnt advise engaging in any behavior that restricted your life but, you should at least acknowledge that if you do become a victim, the harm you might endure will likely be very much in proportion to the common sense self defense behaviors that you practice every day. The less self defense you practice, the greater the likelihood of having a life threatening, or life changing experience. Nor would I encourage you to engage in any behavior that would cause harm to yourself. That isnt self defense.

Do you organize your life around car, health, or life insurance? I know I have wasted thousands of dollars on car insurance and have only needed it once. But, I feel better knowing its there. I probably would not sleep at night if I didnt have health insurance. Even with the knowledge that I probably wont need or use it for anything major for 20+ years. Hopefully :)