The Safety Trap

A Security Expert's Secrets for Staying Safe in a Dangerous World

By: Spencer Coursen

Narrated by: Spencer Coursen

Length: 12 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

This program is read by the author.

Threat management expert Spencer Coursen offers proactive strategies to protect yourself and your loved ones in the event of hostile encounters and emergency situations in The Safety Trap: A Security Expert’s Secrets for Staying Safe in a Dangerous World.

Despite what the news and social media would have you believe, we have never lived in a safer time than we are now. Unfortunately, we live under a false sense of security enforced by authorities that only alleviates fears without reducing risk. We have placed our personal safety, and our responsibilities of guarding it, into the hands of people trained only to respond to crises, not actively prevent them. Our blind faith in institutions to protect us has only dulled our natural survival instincts.

The truth is that when we feel safest is actually when we are in the most danger. This is the paradox of The Safety Trap.

When you don’t expect danger, you simply fail to see the signs that something bad is about to happen. But the signs are always there, and staying safe is about training yourself to see them. In easy-to-implement methods of maintaining vigilance, assessing risk, and taking preventative measures, you’ll discover how to be alert without anxiety and know how to best protect and defend yourself on the job, in school, in public places, at home, and online.

With Coursen’s simple formula of Awareness + Preparation = Safety as your guide - as well as real world examples of managing threats - you will learn how to develop the skills and confidence to reclaim your own security and avoid The Safety Trap.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

©2021 Spencer Coursen (P)2021 Macmillan Audio

Great info here

Great read by the author who definitely knows his stuff. I put a teaching into practice just yesterday...

Invaluable information

This book is well written, well read and very informative. It's full of invaluable information that everyone can benefit from in every part of their lives.

So much good information

You will be amazed at the many mistakes you make or have made in the past when it comes to personal safety. Spencer cover far more than just personal safety but so many of these can be applied to the personal aspect.

Stories of Executive/Celebrity Protection, world events and local (USA) events. What happened, where it went wrong and how it could have been either prevented or mitigated better than it was. There is evil in this world. You will not prevent every evil thing from happening, but this book will help you get on the right track to help you, your family and friends stay safer.

Admittedly it took a little bit, not long to get used to his reading, but he’s a security expert, not a narrator. That being said he reads it well, gets his points across and leaves little room for question. I highly recommend this book to everyone wether safety is a priority or not.

Thank You Spencer

I learned many of the points made years ago in the military and married to someone who was safety aware. I forgot a lot of them and Spencer reminded me of them and teaches you new tips to be safe.

Must listen / read.
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Everyone should read this book!

This is a book for everyone. I can't imagine anyone else narrating but the author. Have the digital version, as well. I almost want to pay more for this information, like I'm one of his famous clients. His knowledge on threat assessment and personal safety is explained in great detail and with precision, but masterfully uncomplicated. Thank you so much for this book. It contains common sense and practical applications, but will significantly impact the lives of others as it has mine.

Outstanding

A bit technical but I’m as retired Security Professional myself and I still learned a lot. This book solid be required reading for every school administer and mid-level manager. Everyone can benefit from the insightful tips and checklists found here.

Amazing Resource

This book was one of the best I have read on the topic of security and issues that are experienced . it is a great reminder of always staying sharp and not allowing complacency to occur. When safety is a high priority it is essential to prepare and be ready for what may happen.

Great book, actionable items

I love this book. It’s got so much good information in it that I’m going to buy the paper copy. Safety doesn’t have to be expensive. My takeaways from his book are: that you can’t leave your personal safety and the safety of your dependents in the hands of others, you can be safe and make your home safer from invasions and weather events without spending a fortune, and get a dog. Love it.

great book

This is a great book to get you to start thinking about personal security! good job

Must Read

This book was very informative, I wish I would have had it when my children were younger! Many thanks to Mr. Coursen for sharing his knowledge!