What if… Somebody’s watching me?
July 3, 2009 by mcasey
Filed under Inside You
It’s Halloween season and with that comes a rash of horror movies. I’ve gleaned some secrets to survival from yelling at the screen, although the movie damsels never seem to listen:
1. Don’t split the party!
2. Don’t summon demons, watch the video tape or believe that it can’t happen to you.
3. Don’t ruin those strappy heels by wearing them in the woods.
4. Listen to the scary music.
Ally McBeal fans know that this theme music really does play sometimes. I heard my scary music one night after leaving my volunteer position at a family violence crisis center when I used to live in North Carolina. A car pulled away from the curb just as I exited the driveway. It gave me a creepy feeling, so I pulled over. It went by. I continued on my way, but it got behind me again.
I knew the person hadn’t yet done anything illegal so calling the police, especially in a rural town, was unlikely to be helpful. I called my husband so he would be on the front porch with a phone and our rottweilers. Nearing my home, I pulled over just before a curve. As before, the car sped past me out of sight. I turned off my headlights and floored the car. I knew I only had a few moments before he doubled-back. Just as the road faded out of sight, he drove by. I was safe.
Two critical factors saved me that night:
1. I listened to my music and trusted that something was happening.
2. I knew my surroundings so well that I could use the road layout to my advantage, and I could drive with no headlights in an unlit area.
My response wasn’t what you’ll read in most safety books or Web site lists. Every month, I plan to share with you stories I know and what I’ve learned. My lists aren’t rules, but guidelines for your inner power. I want to give you hints that help unlock your survival skills for the moment that you will need it, even if it’s a fight for your spirit rather than your life.
Mary Ji-Aitoshi Casey is a third-degree black belt, Deshi and owner of the Boulder Quest Center. Send her your safety questions at mary@boulderquest.com.
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