I Don't Think Guys Understand*

Now there are a lot of differences between the way men and women think. I believe we are all clear on that.

I would like to take a minute to explain one small thing.

As children we are all taught "stranger danger". Pretty straight forward. Don't talk to strangers cause they could want to hurt you. As we all grew up though, boys and girls were taught different lessons (at least I think we were... I don't have brothers so I could be wrong).

Growing up, most girls are taught the danger of going anywhere alone. (If they are not taught this, they should have been). Don't walk alone at night. Don't go running alone especially in less-populated areas. Be aware of those around you and what they are doing. Make sure you always have your keys ready in case someone attacks you. Be careful in parking lots. Anyway the list goes on.

What I don't think men understand is that because of this idea that you must always be on your guard is a way of life for us. Maybe I am just speaking for myself, but I am ALWAYS on my guard when I'm going anywhere alone.  And I'm even on my guard when I'm with a small group of ladies late at night. I choose not to go running alone outside because of this.

*old post I forgot to post