VORTX Self Defense Blogs
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Staying Safe During Civil Unrest
Regardless of which way the upcoming election swings, people have told me they are worried about how the losing side might react. With rising concerns over potential civil…
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Scary Movies Help Regulate Fear Response
Did you know that watching scary movies can help you regulate your fear response? Fear is an inherent part of human survival. From early ancestors who lived in…
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A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Children the “No, Go, Yell, Tell” Method for Self-Defense
A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Children the “No, Go, Yell, Tell” Method for Self-Defense As parents, keeping our children safe is our top priority. We do our best…
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Practicing Good and Bad T.A.C.O.S. in Everyday Scenarios
Practicing Good and Bad T.A.C.O.S. in Everyday Scenarios is a great way to enhance your self-defense skill set. Using the good T.A.C.O.S. system (Tone, Attitude, Control, Observe, Strategy) for de-escalation…
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Understanding Good and Bad T.A.C.O.S. for Verbal De-Escalation
In San Antonio, we love our tacos. Whether it’s breakfast tacos to start the day or late-night street tacos after a Spurs game, tacos are a big part of…
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College Student Safety Guide
A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe on Campus College is a transformative time in a young adult’s life, offering new opportunities, independence, and challenges. However, it also comes…
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