Are You Afraid To Go Out Alone At Night By Yourself and WHY?

Question

The reason WHY helps establish a better idea what I may need to gain greater confidence.

Answer 1

Even though I am a small female, I have never been afraid of going outside at night by myself.

I have always been a night-owl, and an independent female. And I find that I can get alot more done at night, because everyone else is asleep at home.

I am very aware of my surroundings, especially at night, because everything is so quiet.

I think you are more apt to be a victim, if you act like a victim.

These are natural behavioral patterns for me, but others can learn them:
1) Just like animals, attackers can sense fear and will usually act on it, even if it was not planned.
2) Always keep your head up and make eye contact with others.
3) Acknowledge their presense by nodding your head, or saying hello.
4) Never assume someone is trying to hurt you, just because they look strange or stare at you; they may be thinking the same thing about you.
5) Be aware of your surroundings at all times; such as, where you parked your car, or seeing the same person repeatedly.
6) Don't panic if a situation does come up. Most attackers rely on the fear of others, to be successful. By remaining calm, you will throw-off your attacker, and increase your chances of getting away unharmed.


The most important thing to remember, is that most people are good and will choose to do the right thing.

Some people would never do some of the awful things that they have done, had the opportunity to never presented itself. But, once it has been done, all lives will never be the same. So regardless if you are the one who has been attacked, or if you are the attacker; your life will never be the same. And there is nothing worse, than living your life with regret and remorse.

Answer 2

I am not afraid to go out alone at night except where it is more likely to be a trouble spot or in an area that is known for problems.

There is a bit of a field and wooded area near where I live -- a short distance (maybe a tenth of a mile), but we have heard people running next to the walk area along side the road on the other side of the trees -- I do not like walking there at night. And of course even where it is brightly lit, if there is a population that tries to hit up working people leaving their job site . . .

Enough stuff happens in the daylight -- why push it at night?

Answer 3

Not at all, ever since I tapped into my anger management issues and bought my lovely taser gun. Seriously, I live in a small city in a desert of California and while I'm not ignorant of crime (I lived on the streets for 8 years without any incident), what I worry more about being out alone at night is vehicle trouble. I carry a cellphone and have Roadside Emergency Service, but you still have to wait before help arrives. So generally, I take a buddy.

Answer 4

I am not afraid to go out at night. Why should I be? I am strong and I know when the adrenaline flows in a woman's body, she is 3 times stronger than normal, believe me I lifted and loaded a 300 pound huge box when I only weighed 100 pounds. My car got stuck-what to do?---Lift it out of the mud onto a 2x4.
So, being afraid is not a bad thing, sometimes it can save ones life---adrenaline is no good against guns? Then again, if one can overtake the weapon--it could prove valuable.
I think really the answer is -- Is one afraid to die? If you know God, the Son and the Holy Ghost and are a believer who lives the best you can, there should be nothing in this world to be afraid of? Does not everyone want to go home?

Answer 5

Scared...no. Careful...hell yes, and I carry a gun every where I go. I'm a cop in a large urban department, and know 1st hand what can happen to you if you are not careful. Caution is key. Don't put yourself in a situation where you can get hurt. You cannot completely eliminate risk, but you can reduce it. The NRA sponsors a great little seminar called "Refuse to Be A Victim". It's not a pro gun class, just helps people learn how to reduce risks in today's world as it relates to violent crimes against persons. I highly recommend it. We have implemented it into our crime prevention and community policing initiatives. My wife and sisters have all been to it and say it's worth the time. You might want to consider something like this to help reduce your risk and increase your confidence. Be careful, you don't want to be a name on one of my reports someday.

Answer 6

no i am not afraid but i am cautious bc i am a female and with all the crazies out there i have to watch my back and bc of that is my husband is detective and has many enemies which he got before he became a detective ...which he was a cop and arrested alot of people and hes good at his job then and hes even better at his job now ...infact his job is his life! but u didnt need to know that...haha..no serioulsy im not afraid to go by myself ..because im just not i look at it as a relaxing time for myself to get away for a few mins to do whatever i might need to do ,take a ride , get away from my 6yr old who is always up my behind , enjoy some music , breathe some nite air ...some me time u know...which i dont always get cuz im kinda busy....anyway thats y...

Answer 7

No. The dark cloaks me, it is comforting. And I do not fear what I cannot see. Like a pack of wolves in the dark, I am just as scary as anything else out there.

Answer 8

No, the streets are pretty well lit here.

If I was in an area that wasn't well lit or had a history of criminal activity, then I would be afraid

Answer 9

Sometimes I am depending on the neighborhood. But also, sometimes I am paranoid about someone being "out there" whom I cannot see. Animal instinct I guess.

Answer 10

Yes, i am afraid to go out alone at night. Why? Because of monsters and boogiemen.