When fear strikes, it can tell you not to talk to that stranger, to leave that room, or to get help fast. If you pay attention to these intuitive signals, they can save your life. This work tells listeners what these signals mean and how to listen to them. Gavin de Becker explains how personal violence occurs and is prevented. De Becker is the founder and owner of Gavin de Becker, Inc. a Los Angeles-based security firm. His clients include movie stars, corporate executives, and political organizations.