Interactive practice
Think through everyday moments — focused on awareness and de-escalation, never confrontation.
Office parking garage, 8pm
You've stayed late and the garage is mostly empty. Your car is on the third level. As you exit the elevator, you notice a person standing near your row, seemingly on their phone.
Curbside pickup outside a restaurant
Your rideshare pulls up. The driver rolls down the window and says your name before you say anything.
Business hotel, late evening
You're walking to your room and a stranger in the hallway asks which room you're in, claiming they think you're a neighbor.
Neighborhood trail, early morning
You're on your usual route with music playing. You notice the same person on a bench you passed earlier, now walking behind you at a similar pace.
Highway rest stop, 11pm
You pull into a dim gas station. As you start pumping, a stranger approaches and starts a casual conversation, moving closer as they talk.
Busy weekend afternoon
In a crowded store, you feel someone standing unusually close behind you at the checkout, and your bag is unzipped.
Late-night train car
A stranger sits directly next to you in an otherwise empty car and starts asking personal questions.
Apartment building, late night
The elevator arrives and there's one person inside who gives you an uneasy feeling. You need to go to your floor.
Bank ATM, empty side street
You need cash. The nearest ATM is on a dim side street. Someone is loitering nearby.
Home, weekday afternoon
Someone rings the bell claiming a package needs your signature, but you weren't expecting anything and can't see a delivery vehicle.
Busy coffee shop, mid-morning
You need the restroom. Your laptop, bag, and phone are at your table and the shop is packed.
Bar with friends
You come back from the restroom and realize you left your drink on the table. It looks the same.
Texting before a first meeting
A first date you've only messaged online offers to pick you up from home so you don't have to drive.