We all know how unsettling it is when someone is staring at us. You start to wonder what they are looking at: do you have dirt or food on your clothes? Is there a huge pimple on your face? In short, you’re becoming self-conscious. However, sometimes those stares aren’t just rude; they can escalate to a dangerous situation.
So how can you tell if a look is just a look? Read on to find out more…
How To Recognize a Predator
So, what are the signs that someone is dangerous? When someone is staring at you just because they find you interesting, they usually glance at you, and if you look at them, they will stop staring. Yet, if someone is staring at you with bad intentions, they will be persistent in doing so. Instead of looking down and trying to avoid eye contact, look at them to acknowledge their stare without further escalating the situation.
Don’t Look Like An Easy Victim
Dangerous people look for an easy victim—someone who won’t be able to defend themselves. Don’t be that person. In the video, Jason tells the story of how he was stared at by some shady guys while at a Subway restaurant. To deter them without directly confronting them, he looked at them and casually pulled out his tactical pen, showing his readiness to defend himself. You don’t have to carry tactical pens or weapons but think of ways to show that you wouldn’t be an easy victim.
Walk With Confidence
How you walk tells a lot about you, especially your confidence. Prison studies from the ’80s and ’90s showed that violent prisoners often evaluated who was a good victim based on the way they walked. So, learn how to walk confidently and with a purpose.
Keep your head up—people will tend to stay away from you. Potential predators will move on to someone who looks less confident. Also, if you are talking to someone, talk with confidence. That can also make you look confident— and you won’t look like an easy victim or target.
Don’t Panic Over a Look
Are you naturally shy and more timid? There is nothing wrong with that, but it can make you seem like an easy target. So, stop avoiding eye contact when surrounded by people in public, and don’t try to make yourself smaller. Instead, maintain eye contact and walk past them with confidence.
In conclusion, if you notice someone is staring at you and their intentions seem nefarious, don’t panic. Don’t position yourself as a prey that can be hunted and caught. Instead, keep your cool and stay confident. Return the eye contact and show that you won’t go down without a fight. Predators and dangerous people prefer meek and mild victims and you’re not!
Be aware, and stay safe!
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