Strong at the Party, Strong Through the Season
- rachel4225
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
The holidays are full of invitations—office parties, school events, neighborhood gatherings, and late nights with people you may not see the rest of the year. These moments can be joyful and connective, and they can also come with crowded spaces, alcohol, blurred boundaries, and pressure to be “nice.”
At Battle Woman®, we believe safety isn’t about fear. It’s about confidence, awareness, and having a few solid tools you can rely on when things feel off—especially in social settings.
As you move through the season, here are three practical tips for staying safe at holiday parties and gatherings:
1. Decide your boundaries before you arrive
Before you walk in, take a moment to check in with yourself. How long do you want to stay? What behavior are you not willing to tolerate?
What’s your exit plan?
Determining your limits ahead of time makes it easier to act on them without hesitation in the moment.
2. Keep ownership of your space and your drink
This isn’t about paranoia—it’s about agency. If you set a drink down unattended, let it go. If someone crowds your space or ignores subtle cues, you’re allowed to move, interrupt, or disengage. You control the narrative and you don’t owe anyone access to your body or your attention.
3. Use your voice early and clearly
Eye contact along with clear, calm statements can stop situations from escalating:
“No.” - It's a complete sentence!
"Go away."
“I’m good.”
“I find your hand placement strange.”
You don’t need to justify, down play, apologize or explain.
A confident voice is one of the most effective safety tools you have.
Stay aware. Stay confident. Stay strong.
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