The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Gift of Fear
Book Review: -"A survival manual"-
Summary: 5 Stars
Every woman should read this book, or listen to the tape in your car on the way to work as I did. The author, Gavin De Becker is an expert at predicting violent behavior. He has his own company that advises famous and ordinary people, corporations, and law enforcement agencies on how to deal with stalkers and other predators.The author teaches us how to be aware of our feelings when we're in potentially dangerous situations, and to examine our fear. The stranger that asks too many questions, stares at you, or seems to be following you are all reasons to be cautious. The former boyfriend or ex-husband who won't give up, the employee who was fired, the applicant who does not comprehend why you won't give him a job. Anyone who does not seem to understand the word "no" could be a problem. Mr. De Becker says to follow your instincts and teaches survival skills that could save your life.
The narrator, Tom Stechschulte did a wonderful job and made the tape very easy to listen to. I highly recommend this fascinating book!
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Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great book. Every adult American should read it and re-read it! This book is filled with life saving information about violence. Violence is the #2 cause of death of teenagers in the US. More than 11 million Americans are victims of violence every year, half of them are under 25 years in age. More than $20 billion is lost to violence every year! This is big business! Take the time to learn all that you can about the enemy that you may face. It just might save your life. Read this book, ....read every book that is reality-based. Today!Book Review: A Gift of Fear
Summary: 4 Stars
This book was recommended by a presenter at a statewide safety conference in Missouri. I purchased and read the book. I believe that it will be very beneficial to our staff with regard to keeping their intuitive senses sharp. School violence is a topic of critical importance. Our district purchased enough copies to provide every staff person with their own copy. Mr. de Becker uses his experiences to tell us how to keep our senses sharp. I recently conducted a professional development session using his book as background information.Book Review: A Gift to Anyone who Reads It
Summary: 5 Stars
De Becker offers in The Gift of Fear a gift of insight and wisdom to his readers. This book is a true must-read, not just for women but all people. It shares important lessons that De Becker has learned from his experience and his training. The knowledge he shares about dangerous people is priceless, as is what he shares about listening to our own intuition that warns us of danger. The examples he shares in the book drive the points home.This book has helped me to become a wiser more prudent person, father and husband. In addition to being helpful, it is also eye-opening and interesting. Although non-fiction, it is a page turner that keeps your attention.
You will learn how some people become threats to you and your loved ones and how to protect yourself from them. It is especially startling when discussing people dangerous to children.
After reading this one, if you are a parent or have involvement with children, then definitely read the Gift of Fear. It is about protecting children from the many dangers that face them.
Thank You Mr. De Becker.
Book Review: A Great Life Tool
Summary: 4 Stars
This book has been very helpful to me; I re-read it every couple of years as a refresher. I do a lot of work with the homeless/criminal population in my town and the book was a primer in knowing when I am being conned, or worse, am in danger. No longer do I feel guilty when I refuse to be put in a vulnerable situation with someone who just doesn't "feel right". Not wanting to hurt someone's feelings is not worth putting yourself in danger. It also allows me to better enjoy the people with whom I do feel comfortable.My only complaint is I found the sections about famous people interesting, but not very relevant to me. When I recommend the book to friends I often advise them that they can skip that part.
A must-read, especially for women!