Becoming a Streetwise Traveller
Fear and Intuition
Fear is not a pleasant emotion to experience. It can, however, turn out to be a good weapon. It is an intuitive reaction to danger but we often fail to act on it.
The Signs of Fear are clear
- Your stomach starts to churn.
- You may start to sweat, although you actually feel cold.
- Your heart races.
- You find you are holding your breath.
- Your eyes and your ears strain.
- You feel wide-awake and poised for action.
If your intuition is telling you that something is wrong or you are not comfortable with someone or in a situation, do your best to get out of the situation as soon as possible.
Note that your specific response in a given threatening situation cannot always be predicted in advance. You will need to make a judgement as to your best course of action. Your personal safety is the key issue and you must decide what response will protect that safety.