We are living in dangerous times. Crime has escalated in the United States, both crimes of survival and crimes for the sake of committing them. We're seeing an uptick in flash mob robberies, random violent attacks, and shooters deciding to take on a crowd. There are tensions between members of political parties and enraged debates about life philosophies. With impending wars occurring, people are angrily taking sides about that, too. All of these things could result in even more violence. That's why this compilation of articles about home defense and personal safety is so important. It seems to be a case of not if but when we find ourselves faced with a hazardous situation. By preparing ahead of time, there are a lot of things we can do to improve our chances in such a situation. We can deter attacks at home by implementing security and defense strategies. We can often avoid danger in public areas by knowing what to look for and thus bypass it. And if we can't avoid these dangers, we can learn the appropriate skills. We can arm ourselves, we can strategize, we can de-escalate, and we can fight back. No matter who you are, no matter where you are, there are steps you can take to make yourself safer. This book compiles the best strategies from the writers at The Organic Prepper website all in one place, all with one goal: to keep you and your family safe from harm in a world that is increasingly perilous.