Blog #14- Preventing Assualt

Some of the best ways that women can reduce their risk of assault is by being aware of their surroundings, try not to put themselves into vulnerable situations (ex. dark alleys), and also stand up for what is right. What I mean by standing up for what is right is if someone is hateful and threatens you than get out. Do not stick around to see what might happen later. So many terrible things happen in this world so everyone needs to be aware and prepared. It has gotten to the point where I have actually taken some defense classes. It never hurts to know little helpful hints when you are put in a bind.

Blog # 13-Drug Addiction

I think that we should defiantly put drug addicts into a mandatory drug treatment program. I understand that this will be quiet costly but it is also becomes expensive when they are in and out of jail numerous times. I also think that the drug treatment program should not be the Beverly Hills version. What I mean by that is it should be the bare minimum, no luscious spa treatments. I struggle with drug addicts because they ruin so many people’s lives. Several of my family members have been hurt due to other people’s drug addictions. So my tolerance for them is pretty low.

Blog #12- Mental Illness

I think that there is still so much shame when it comes to mental illnesses because in the past if you had any mental issue you where locked away and the situation as a whole was viewed negatively. One thing that could be done is to prove that many mental illnesses can be managed with in reason. There are so many more options these days-medications and programs that are developed to help with the different disorders. I know that I have said this a million times but another thing that would help is to educate people about all the different disorders, this would help them better understand and be more open.

Aging Healthfully

I think that I could always do some things better to help me age healthfully but as of right now I don’t drink alcohol, don’t smoke, and don’t really hang out with those that do (you know the saying). In all seriousness I workout, I eat fairly healthy, get as much sleep as possible, I try to not sunbath too much although I do love being outside. I attend all my check ups when it comes to my teeth and body. Overall I just do what makes me feel good. I truly feel better when I take good care of myself. You have to take care of you because nobody else will.