Real World Prevention

Let's focus on being aware of your surrounding when you are alone at night while out.  When you walk to your car are you aware of what is happening around you?  Do you notice what is around you?  You should always be prepared with your keys out and carrying them between your thumb and pointer finger (something we will cover at a later time).  You should be parked under or near a light.  Scan the area to be sure there isn't anything suspicious going on or anyone that just doesn't "seem right".  Don't continue to your car if you feel something is wrong.  If you feel it is safe then continue to your car.  Look through the windows to be sure no one is hiding out.  Look underneath to be sure someone isn't just waiting there to attack.  These measures may seem extreme but this is your own personal safety we are talking about.  It's worth the few extra minutes of your time to keep yourself from becoming another statistic.