When you go out on a date there are many things to think about. Blind dates are very popular but some women don't understand the potential risks involved; risks that could be avoided if they had taken the time to see the signs or prepare themselves with a personal protection or self-defense product. Prepare and protect yourself with these tips!

Dating is that special time when you're first starting to get to know another person. The first few times people go out, people don't know anything about their date therefore they are more susceptible to the dangers these types of situations pose. A rape or an attack is more likely to occur in the first few dates. But how else do you get to know someone if you don't date?

The first dating tip to help stay safer in these types of situations is to organize a double date with a friend allowing you to be with someone who you are already comfortable and safe with. If the guy you are going out on a date with doesn't like this idea then this may be a sign that he is not the one for you, as a gentleman should appreciate that you're taking a safety precaution.

The next dating tip is to pay attention and be aware of your date's body language. Signs to pay attention to, which may signal danger, are you're date gets angry quickly or aggravated at small insignificant things. Usually the body language is there to warn women but it's often too late by the time they notice. 

Thirdly, there are personal protection products that are available to purchase to keep you out of harm's way. Pepper spray, Tasers, mace, stun guns are among the many non-lethal products available. These non-lethal personal protection devices will stop an attacker in their tracks for a short but long enough period of time for you to get away. 

Lastly, finding out personal information about your date is very important and if he is reluctant to share this type of information then you should be suspicious and think twice. To get a better feel for your date ask him where he lives, about his job, if he's on social media networking websites, whether he's been married before, etc. Gathering this information will allow you to use the tool of the internet to research him and learn as much as you can about him before going out on that first date. It's very important to do this because if you don't take the time to research you may find out later that other people have left warning signs on blogs and then it's too late.

In conclusion, when you go out on a date or you have a daughter that is starting to date consider all the things you can do to stay safe and protected.  Having and knowing how to use a self-defense device is very important as well as even carrying a discreet GPS device so your family or friends know where you are at all times. Remember to consider double dating with a friend and find out all the information you can by asking important questions and researching online. All this might allow you to see warning signs that will end up saving your life.