Women's Self Defence: The Truth They Don't Tell You!
When you hear ‘self defence,’ what comes to mind? Many people think of fighting techniques or physical strength, but the reality is that true self defence is about so much more.
Episode 1
In this episode of Self Defence for Women – Live an Empowered Life, Julie Waite and self defence expert Dene Josham (former bodyguard to Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and Russell Crowe) unpack the real meaning of self defence and expose the myths that often mislead women about staying safe.
Why Boundaries Are Essential for Emotional Self Defence
In this episode of Self Defence for Women – Live an Empowered Life, Julie Waite and Dene Josham explore the critical role of boundary-setting as a form of emotional self defence.
They discuss why boundaries are essential for mental health, how poor boundary-setting can lead to stress, burnout, and toxic relationships, and why so many people struggle to enforce them.
Self Defence is More Than Just Fighting
They explore the multifaceted nature of self defence, emphasizing that it involves not just physical techniques, but also mental awareness, emotional resilience, and setting boundaries.
Debunking the Myths of Women's Self Defence
Julie and Dene challenge the common misconception that physical strength is the most important factor in self defence. Instead, they highlight how awareness, confidence, and understanding threats—especially from people you know—play a far greater role in staying safe.
They also discuss how social conditioning often discourages women from prioritizing their own safety, making it even more crucial to develop a strong mindset and the ability to assert boundaries.
What You'll Learn in This Episode
Why self defence is not just about physical skills, but about protecting your mind and emotional well-being
How awareness makes up 95% of self defence and how to sharpen yours
The truth about attackers—why most threats come from people you know, not strangers
How setting boundaries can prevent dangerous situations before they happen
Why confidence and mindset matter more than size or strength
How women are often conditioned to prioritize others' comfort over their own safety—and how to change that
The connection between emotional abuse and physical self defence—why both require awareness and action
The role of self-worth in personal safety—why believing you are worth protecting is a key part of self-defence
The power of practicing saying 'no' and enforcing boundaries with confidence
How knowledge and awareness lead to true empowerment
Empower Yourself with the Truth About Self Defence
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a new perspective on what real self defence looks like and how to take control of your safety physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Listen now to uncover the truth about women’s self defence and start taking steps to protect yourself with confidence.
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