Introduction to Fear as a Gift

Recognition of Real Danger

The Importance of Intuition

Understanding Predictive and Protective Behaviours

Addressing Domestic Violence

Staying Safe in Everyday Situations

Surviving Stalking

The Psychology of Violence

Employing Practical Strategies

The Strength of Fear and Concluding Remarks

The Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence is a critically acclaimed non-fiction book by Gavin De Becker that explores various facets of violent behavior and proposes that instinctual fear responses should be honed and trusted as they are a valuable tool in detecting and avoiding threats.

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The Gift of Fear: and Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence