r/MadeMeSmile • u/SatoruGojo232 • Jul 02 '26

Wholesome Moments Great to see heroes being honoured

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u/Breimann Jul 02 '26

I don't know if I am or not. I like to think I am but I never want to have to find out, you know?

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u/13stgmngr210 Jul 02 '26

If you want to feel empowered, get certified in First aid and CPR. It is an amazing feeling knowing what to do,.and how to help someone in an emergency. It wpuld not have helped here, but you can save a life!

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u/Breimann Jul 02 '26

I have CPR but not first aid. I like the idea, I'll look into it. Thanks!

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u/ItAllCrumbles Jul 03 '26

Love this advice. I’d add: carry naloxone (NARCAN)

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u/SnooGuavas4208 Jul 05 '26

Can just anyone get their hands on it?

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u/No-Mushroom-6152 Jul 05 '26

Yes, any hospital will give you the nasal spray to carry with you

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u/SnooGuavas4208 Jul 05 '26

Good to know, thanks!

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u/DED_HAMPSTER Jul 03 '26

I'll add basic self defence and situational awareness. Im not talking prepper doomsday type stuff, but keeping your eyes up (not on your phone) and knowing where to stike on the body and using everyday, handy objects as quick barriers or improvise defensive weapons.

This sadly holds sooooo true for us women. Even i as a 250 lbs, no makeup, modest dressed middle aged woman have had a few scary encounters with addled weirdos looking for valuables or who knows what. Like a guy going around Walmart changing his clothes from off the rack merchandise to harass and assault women in the store.

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u/the_king_of_sweden Jul 03 '26

I'm not a coward, I just never been tested. I'd like to think that if I was I'd pass.

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u/6syllablecatchphrase Jul 03 '26

I hope your life is sufficiently peaceful that you never have to find out.