A Moment to Discuss Security
Posted on | January 23, 2010 | No Comments
We love to take a care free, travel the world and easy going approach towards life. It’s Via Cancun, right? We’re sad to say that life is not always a party. Even if you have unlimited funding and don’t have to work, you still have to consider security.
I’ve traveled all over the world including 3rd World nations, disaster zones, war zones, large cities and small towns. Wouldn’t you know that there is theft, corruption, greed, scams, and serious crime in all of those places. How do you protect yourself? There are many things you can do but I’ve found that paying attention is the best thing you can do to stay safe. Pay attention to people lurking in your shadows. When the time is right, make sure they see you starting at them. If that makes you feel uncomfortable, stay in a group. It’s important that they do not sense fear in you. Like all things in nature, they will take the path of least resistance (in many cases) so being aware of your surroundings and carrying yourself with confidence goes a long way.
However, there are cases where you are the mark. It doesn’t matter how much you’re paying attention because your prowlers remain hidden. Furthermore, being confident is no a factor either because they know you have something they want and they’re going to try to get it.
For me, I have a home security system and I have it monitored oby ADT. I use them because of the discount I get through USAA. They’ve always been responsive and courteous. I’ve used ADT in Florida. I’ve used ADT in California. Now I have a security system in Texas with ADT.
So, they’re nation wide (at least I know there’s ADT in CA, ADT in FL and ADT in TX). The biggest thing about having a security system is that it will wake you up in the middle of the night if there are intruders. Someone will alert the police for you. It will help you monitor your house while you are away and you can get a call to your cell phone. It’s like have a team with you at all times. It’s not 100% secure but it’s another added layer of protection that may very well help you sleep at night.
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