The Feminine Warrior: A Woman's Guide to Verbal, Psychological, and Physical Empowerment

This book appropriately emphasizes personal power as a means to the ability to protect ones self.. It’s sections of safe living practices, and Diffusion and Verbal De-escalation are super. Although I think this book SHOULD be read by all women, when it comes to the sections on physical defense issues – this section of the book is not as strong as the rest. The author is very much locked into the perspective of his favored "Kung Fu" style and teacher. As a tactical defense instructor my 30 some years of experience led me to disagree with much of what was said. That having been said, the book can help women who might not have otherwise fought back to do so – that makes it a must read !

This book contained answers to how and why a woman should not be reticent in regards to her own personal safety. Also offered good advice to the "but I don't want to hurt anyone" mindset and how to deal with the guilt that might accompany some of the actions defined. For those of a squeam-ish nature, some of the material may be considered graphic. Not a thrill seeking book, very much a reality check. A book that should be read by every woman.