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An Introduction to self-protection. by North Carolina Council for Women.(CARDINAL)210020;
Subjects: Self-protective behavior.; Self-defense for women.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
On-line resources: Suggest title for digitization;
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The book of boundaries : set the limits that will set you free / by Urban, Melissa,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 353-355)."Melissa Urban knows firsthand that boundaries--a few carefully selected words, spoken with kindness and from a place of self-care--are all that stand between you and feelings of ease and freedom. Since launching the mega-bestselling wellness program the Whole30, Urban has taught millions of people how to establish healthy habits and how to deal with pushback and peer pressure. Now, in The Book of Boundaries, she shows how establishing boundaries is the key to better mental health and self-confidence, improved productivity, greater energy, and more fulfilling relationships. In her no-holds-barred and still empathetic style, Melissa Urban offers: 130+ scripts with language you can implement today to instantly establish boundaries with supervisors and colleagues, family members and children, friends and lovers--and yourself."--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Boundaries (Psychology); Self-protective behavior.; Assertiveness (Psychology);
Available copies: 19 / Total copies: 34
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The book of boundaries [large print] : set the limits that will set you free / by Urban, Melissa,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.Introduction: How I became the "boundary lady" -- Part one. Boundary beginnings -- A crash course on boundaries -- How to use this book -- Part two. Your boundary practice -- The real work/life balance: setting boundaries in the workplace -- When the drama is your mama: setting boundaries with parents and in-laws, grandparents, and other family members -- Relationships we (mostly) choose: setting boundaries with friends and neighbors -- Love, marriage, sex, and dishes: setting boundaries in romantic relationships -- When you can't just walk away: setting boundaries with co-parents -- Clearing the table: setting boundaries around food, alcohol, and table talk -- Handle with care: setting boundaries around sensitive subjects -- Gifts to future you: setting and holding boundaries with yourself -- Part three. Boundary benefits -- Gifts to the world: how to hold your boundaries, and everyone else's -- The magic of boundaries."How often do you tell yourself to just "let it go" when you want to do anything but? Do you say "it's fine" when, really, it's not at all fine? When people do things that hurt you, do you speak up--or do you worry that saying anything will just make everyone uncomfortable? Do you feel resentful, depleted, or overwhelmed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to establish some boundaries. Melissa Urban knows firsthand that boundaries--a few carefully selected words, spoken with kindness and from a place of self-care--are all that stand between you and feelings of ease and freedom. Since launching the mega-bestselling wellness program the Whole30, Urban has taught millions of people how to establish healthy habits and how to deal with pushback and peer pressure. Now, in The Book of Boundaries, she shows how establishing boundaries is the key to better mental health and self-confidence, improved productivity, greater energy, and more fulfilling relationships. In her no-holds-barred and still empathetic style, Melissa Urban offers: 130+ scripts with language you can implement today to instantly establish boundaries with supervisors and colleagues, family members and children, friends and lovers-and yourself actionable advice to help you communicate clearly and with compassion ways to read the signals that someone's about to push your boundaries tips to help enforce your limits around food, drink, tech, and more"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Large print books.; Boundaries (Psychology); Self-protective behavior.; Assertiveness (Psychology);
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Becoming bulletproof : life lessons from a secret service agent / by Poumpouras, Evy,author.(CARDINAL)831924;
Includes index.Harder to stop -- Protection. How we fear ; Harnessing fear ; Mental armor ; Mental resilience ; The secret service mindset ; Be your own shift agent ; If you must fight, then fight ; Bulletproof your life -- Reading people. Becoming a human lie detector ; Everybody lies ; Reading people ; What are they really saying? ; How people read you ; It's not what you say, but how you say it ; Detecting deception -- Influence. How to influence ; Undivided attention ; Commanding respect ; The right questions ; The principles of rapport ; The tactics of influence ; How others influence you ; Being presidential -- Becoming bulletproof.A former Secret Service agent to three presidents and recipient of the Medal of Valor for her heroism on 9/11, Poumpouras demonstrates how we can face our fears, and in the process develop resilience, grit, built-in BS detector. When you become "bulletproof" you are your best version of you, able to endure whatever life throws your way. Poumpouras shows us that ultimately true strength is found in your and your will.
Subjects: Self-protective behavior.; Body language.; Influence (Psychology);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Don't be a victim [sound recording] : fighting back against America's crime wave / by Grace, Nancy,1959-author,narrator.(CARDINAL)469479; Hassan, John,author.(CARDINAL)414728;
Read by Nancy Grace.Now, with a new and potentially life-saving book, Nancy Grace puts her crime-fighting expertise to work to empower listeners to stay safe in the face of daily dangers.Introduction -- Part one: How do I protect my child? Your child safe at school ; Safe at parks, playgrounds, amusement parks, and malls ; Bathroom attacks ; Nannies and babysitters from hell: daycare dangers -- not on my watch! ; Cyberthreats ; "Accidental" deaths -- Part two: Protecting yourself. Safe while exercising ; Safe shopping on your own ; Elevator assaults ; Safe in your home ; Driving dangers ; Crimes at concerts and live events ; Parties gone wild: staying safe at bars and restaurants -- Part three: Travel safe! Don't become a statistic. South of the border, abroad, and domestic travel ; Camping and RV trips -- Part four: Cybercrimes and security: when technology turns dirty or even deadly. Cybercrimes and threats ; Internet dating and online ads ; Burglar alarm backfires -- Part five: Protecting our elderly. Our seniors in danger -- Conclusion.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Self-help publications.; Victims of crimes; Self-protective behavior;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Don't be a victim : fighting back against America's crime wave / by Grace, Nancy,1959-author.(CARDINAL)469479; Hassan, John(Author),author.(CARDINAL)414728(CARDINAL)807137;
"Nancy Grace wasn't always the iconic legal commentator we know today. One moment changed her entire future forever: her fiancé Keith was murdered just before their wedding. Driven to deliver justice for other crime victims, Nancy became a felony prosecutor and for a decade, put the "bad guys" behind bars in inner-city Atlanta. Now, with a new and potentially life-saving book, Nancy puts her crime-fighting expertise to work to empower you stay safe in the face of daily dangers. Packed with practical advice and invaluable prevention tips, Don't Be a Victim shows you how to: Fend off threats of assaults, car-jack and home invasion, Defend yourself against online stalking, computer hackers and financial fraudsters, Stay safe in your own home, at school and other public settings like parking garages, elevators and campsites, Protect yourself while shopping, driving and even on vacation. With insights on so many potential threats, you'll be empowered to protect yourself and your children at home and in the world at large by being proactive! Nancy's crime-fighting expertise helps keep you, your family, and those you love out of harm's way.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Victims of crimes; Self-protective behavior;
Available copies: 14 / Total copies: 16
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Don't be a victim : fighting back against America's crime wave / by Grace, Nancy,1959-author.(CARDINAL)469479; Hassan, John(Author),author.(CARDINAL)414728(CARDINAL)807137;
Introduction -- Part one: How do I protect my child? Your child safe at school ; Safe at parks, playgrounds, amusement parks, and malls ; Bathroom attacks ; Nannies and babysitters from hell: daycare dangers--not on my watch! ; Cyberthreats ; "Accidental" deaths -- Part two: Protecting yourself. Safe while exercising ; Safe shopping on your own ; Elevator assaults ; Safe in your home ; Driving dangers ; Crimes at concerts and live events ; Parties gone wild: staying safe at bars and restaurants -- Part three: Travel safe! Don't become a statistic. South of the border, abroad, and domestic travel ; Camping and RV trips -- Part four: Cybercrimes and security: when technology turns dirty or even deadly. Cybercrimes and threats ; Internet dating and online ads ; Burglar alarm backfires -- Part five: Protecting our elderly. Our seniors in danger -- And then...: lessons from a pandemic -- Conclusion.An invaluable guide to navigating the crime wave in America, featuring real-life cautionary tales and practical advice readers can use to protect themselves. Also includes an additional new chapter detailing how to spot the new scams and dangerous misinformation that have emerged in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Subjects: Anecdotes.; Self-help publications.; Victims of crimes; Self-protective behavior;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Prepared not paranoid : lessons from law enforcement for living every day safely / by Kemp, Jana M.,author.(DLC)n 94025567 ; Graves, Doug,1953-author.(DLC)n 2007086013;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [185]-189) and index.Recognizing safety, recognizing danger -- Strategies for staying safe every day in every way -- Travel safety -- Family safety at home -- Safety at school -- Safety at work -- What about weapons and safety? -- What to know about disasters -- What you need to know about bad guys -- Being vigilant without being paranoid.
Subjects: Crime prevention.; Self-protective behavior.; Survival.; Preparedness.; Safety education.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Safe : the responsible American's guide to home and family security / by LaPierre, Wayne R.,1949-(CARDINAL)383940;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 319-321) and index.Safe in a crisis -- Safe in the home -- Safe in the great outdoors -- Safe in the digital world -- Safe against identity theft and fraud -- Safe on the streets.Offers readers invaluable advice on how to protect themselves, their families, and their homes from every potential threat, from crime to fire to natural disasters.
Subjects: Safety education.; Preparedness.; Crime prevention.; Self-protective behavior.; Survival.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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100 ways to say no : how to stop saying yes when you mean no : a people pleaser's guide to setting boundaries / by Monente, Nicole,Author(DLC)n 2022014697;
"This book is a relatable, fun examination of something lots of female-identifying people have trouble with that lets them know they are not alone and gives them support for learning to get out the "no.""--.
Subjects: Boundaries (Psychology); Self-protective behavior.; Interpersonal relations.; Decision making.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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