Summary of the Gift of Fear

Book excerpt: "Real fear is a signal intended to be very brief, a mere servant of intuition." - Gavin de Becker "There are two rules about fear that, if you accept them, can improve your use of it, reduce its frequency, and literally transform your experience of life." - Gavin de Becker "Like every creature, you can know when you are in the presence of danger. You have the gift of a brilliant internal guardian that stands ready to warn you of hazards and guide you through risky situations." - Gavin de Becker "If you tell someone ten times that you don't want to talk to him, you are talking to them-nine more times than you wanted to." - Gavin de Becker What will you gain from reading this book? It's possible to predict danger by listening to your intuition Intuition isn't supernatural or mystical but instead it's your natural defense mechanism Criminals, no matter how heartless, are humans just like you, and you can predict their behavior if you observe them carefully How to use your survival signals to sense danger- they will save your life! Asking the right questions, even when it seems rude, can make all the difference in identifying danger How to tell the difference between a real threat or simply hollow words meant to intimidate you A stalker who refuses to stop bothering you doesn't mean he loves you When you face an intimate enemy, know that your troubles won't fade away even if you've become immune to them ***Don't Miss Gavin de Becker's gripping book, "The Gift of Fear and Other Survival Signals that Protect Us From Violence." In this book, de Becker explores the dark world of not only how fear can drive us, but also how we must use it to our advantage. Gain his key insights on how to protect yourself in this stark look at evil, violence, and the human mind.*** Book Summary Overview The number of rapes, murders, robberies and other crimes has increased enormously today. It's shocking that at least 75 women are raped with every passing hour in the USA alone. The best way to keep safe is to prevent such danger, and that's where this book comes in. Sure, it's easy to say rather than do it, and violence can make you go numb with fear, but the fact that you can use your fear to protect yourself is not only incredible but also makes sense. Whether you have a stalker harassing you or your husband abusing you, Gavin De Becker shows you how to deal with it. Written in an engaging manner, this book makes you realize that it's possible to predict danger by relying on your intuition. Never disregard what your intuition has to say. Needless to say, this book can certainly save your life if you remember that fear that sometimes feels like a curse can also be your biggest ally. Own your copy today!