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Exoticzoey

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Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« on: 26 July 2014, 05:16:48 pm »
I did get a little carried away writing this , it was supposed to be just a short question ... Sorry
I know it's hard to predict but like , there is no one else I can talk to about this who will understand all the factors involved. I worry that one day my luck will run out or I will be stalked or followed and maybe killed. Im pretty good at judging clients over the phone I believe , so I lose a lot of creeps and time wasters that way. After the first incident I save their number as something so I kno and then never answer again. Sometimes they call from different numbers so I do the same thing. And some of them KEEEP calling. What do you think are the chances one of them will get mad at me for ignoring them or something and hunt me? I just want to know how likely these things are based on experience so i am more mentally prepared, though I think I would just tell someone nicely to please leave before arguing with them about anything. Only one guy raised his voice at
Me and I politely said you can leave now then and handed him is money (if they're mad I wanna calm them down and getting money back is good) and then calmly walked over to the door and opened it wide open and silently waiting there and he got intimidated by the and the door and got out quicker and calmed down. Also , i only do incalls because they are most safe but I'm so suspicious around people , especially in public! now thinking someone is gonna try to follow me or take me or find out my real name or something. Mostly I just don't wanna be hurt physically, hitting, rape, or be threatened in a room by someone who looks like they're about to hit me
I'm a verrrryyy petite and young looking girl and come off as very comfortable and confident around them so a lot of them just assume I have some big bad pimp close by. When they ask if I'm independent or if I have a pimp I said "I don't answer that question" looking into their eyes with my sweet little smile
Have any of you independent escorts been hurt doing an incall ? What could have been done to prevent it? Any tips would be appreciated. How likely would you say it is for me to get hurt? I look young, some people (a lot) say I look 15 and have a very small cute voice and I'm 4'11 and 98 pounds. People may find that easy To overpower or take advantage of cause it kinda is. But I do have a pretty but very VERY intense stare (I'm a scorpio) that people tend to like but also feel significantly uncomfortable in it or intimidated in some way. So I think I come off as strong and having will power and a brain and like I would have security and maybe like they'd be crazy, but still I don't have security and someone may CATCh onto this and try to take advantage. Idk now I'm just going through every possibility so I'll stop how. Do you think it's likely that I'll work for 20+ years and have nothing happen to me ? What kind of things might happen?


I know I sound paranoid and I know it's part of the job, but I just want some input from people who actually understand so I can be more at peace of mind. I love the job and Ive been broken into it so now I wanna get out my maybe fairy tale land (I say maybe because I don't know if that's true or not) where in call escorts with real pictures who deliver as promised and are very sweet to clients don't get hurt in motels and where people are scared of their pimp even tho I don't answer the question and eventually they might catch on that I show up and leave my by myself. (I don't say that but something like , "when I got here this morning I sang cuz I love singing alone" and then it's like ohhh... So she's alone ....)  Any advice would be appreciated
« Last Edit: 26 July 2014, 05:37:57 pm by Exoticzoey »

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #1 on: 26 July 2014, 10:48:35 pm »
Hello! I hope you're alright  :)Try to relax and feel calm if you can. I know it's so easy to get very scared and anxious doing this... I feel this way too sometimes! When you start thinking about all the things that could happen it's so easy to feel overwhelmed and frightened isn't it.

But I really don't think that escorting is any more dangerous than being a policeman, fireman, nurse or anything else of that nature. Sure there are risks; but these risks can be managed if you're careful.

Lovely, no one can tell you there is a 1% risk of this or a 70% risk of that. There aren't any guarantees of safety; and even though most ladies happily work regularly without any incident yes there is always the chance something could happen. It sounds like you feel worried though - do you think you should maybe increase your security arrangements during incalls to a level that makes you feel more relaxed and confident? Maybe if there was someone there with you or someone close by you would feel better. Do you think you would feel less scared if you knew you had more reliable safety procedures in place?

I do think it's a good idea to mention that you have security procedures to your clients, in a relaxed way. If people ask do you have security maybe just sweetly say "of course, but you'll never see them provided you treat me respectfully!!" That should give them the message. If you're particularly petite dropping that into conversation might be a good idea. Also of course, never directly state you're on your own with no one else around!

As to your 20 years question - I have been escorting on and off for 20 years and have never had any serious incidents - although there has been the occasional minor one. Working as an escort long-term does not necessarily mean you're going to end up in danger; although of course you should always be aware of, and prepared for, the risks xxx






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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #2 on: 26 July 2014, 11:21:04 pm »
The thing is do not live in fear as any thing could happen in life. Enjoy every day life escorting. Personally if I was in that frame of mind escorting drove me this way of thinking. It isn't worth it as being happy is the most important.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #3 on: 27 July 2014, 06:44:43 pm »
That's interesting, the pimp thing. The only time so far I've had someone really dangerous/physically threatening was when he thought I had a pimp. It was my second day on the job and I naiively told him that I was texting my boyfriend to let him know I was there and he started yelling and throwing things saying "oh, they always have a pimp, don't they, I hate those guys. I'm going to find him and I'm going to kill him" and when I tried to calm him down saying I didn't have a pimp (I don't) he just got madder, thinking I was some abused, delusional woman being forced into this by someone exploiting her and saying "oh, don't tell me you're not giving him any of your money, what kind of a man would let his girl go out on the game?" and getting really scary and made me cry. I don't tell any clients I have a boyfriend and I would certainly not let them think I had a pimp after this experience. This however was a terrible guy all over, even before the pimp accusations and I ended up having to file an Ugly Mugs report about him (PM if you want more details). Still, I'd be careful about letting people think you have a pimp, I've seen the worst side of it...

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #4 on: 27 July 2014, 11:57:13 pm »
Zoey,

Don't live life in fear of what could happen, if you do that you will make yourself depressed. I have been escorting since I was 19, I am 28 now, I have never had any real problems, certainly nothing like you've mentioned, never been raped or robbed, stalked or "outted".
There's a few things I do to keep myself safe, and a few thing I say.

I wear a ring on my wedding finger, to them I obviously have a partner, where is he? they don't need to know.
My front room/living room, is my private area, I don't let clients in there. I keep the TV on so to them, there could be someone watching telly in there.
When asked are we alone I always say "no, but you wont see anyone else as long as your intentions are hot and kinky" something stupid like that.

I haven't put them up yet, as I have just moved but I have CCTV on the front door and a sticker in the window so if anyone wants to cause trouble they know they will be on camera so they will just do a runner.

My advise to you is, relax, I know what a Scorpio is like, one of my friends is one and she is one tough cookie, I call her the muscly wife! You have a lot of inner strength you just need to find that power inside you, be confident, keep your head held high and your eyes on theres, never let them do anything you are un-happy with never let them take advantage.

Also, maybe find a self defence class that will make you feel more confident about being able to handle a situation. I done one a few years ago and it really helped me in such a huge way. I am going on another one in 2 weeks as its been a few years since I did the last one, if give you the confidence you need to protect yourself.

People aren't all bad, I expect all of your customers will be lovely, but it doesn't hurt to prepare yourself incase one isn't.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #5 on: 03 August 2014, 12:29:26 am »
Thank you guys ! I want to ignore it I just feel like that's worse than being paranoid? Either way, you're all right. It's a consequence of the job, like many others, and all I can do is be smart and cautious

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #6 on: 03 August 2014, 02:12:03 am »
I have found the instructions on a well known video clip website very useful when it comes to defending yourself, for example there are instructions on how to make your own self defence spray. In all the time I have been doing this (over 3 years) I've only needed it once but it certainly did the job. Mostly though I just like the feeling of security knowing it's within easy reach.
Obviously the best way to stay safe is to trust your gut instincts and never meet anyone that sets off your "spider senses" however it's never a bad idea to have back up.
Try to relax, after all people come to see us with love not war in mind for the most part.
Maybe a buddy to check in with might be helpful and make you feel more secure, also a check in text in front of the client let's them know you're not alone.
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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #7 on: 03 August 2014, 06:41:38 pm »
I don't live in fear of clients. Paranoia can happen while escorting but extreme paranoia is enough to send any one crazy. Sorry but just needed to say that not all escorts live in fear that much. Clients can pick up on body language.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #8 on: 03 August 2014, 08:35:50 pm »
I only ever take incalls and always once they are inside say that I have to send my security text and I do it in front of them and I also just mention to them that I also send a text the minute they leave just so they know that someone is waiting to hear from me.
I have never (touch wood) had any issues, even when I ended a booking and told him to leave there were no issues. I'm a dominatrix and have a very strict not allowed to touch me rule. Someone did not once but twice after I'd warned him so he was out the door, it's my home so it's my way or no way.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #9 on: 03 August 2014, 10:50:53 pm »
I have found the instructions on a well known video clip website very useful when it comes to defending yourself, for example there are instructions on how to make your own self defence spray. In all the time I have been doing this (over 3 years) I've only needed it once but it certainly did the job.

As 'self defence' sprays are prohibited under section 5 of the Firearms Act 1968, I'd say that giving people instructions on how to make and use them is possibly one of the least useful ideas I can think of. From a legal point of view you may as well be carrying a handgun - it'll do the job alright, but depending on the circumstances the consequences of possessing such a spray (including pepper spray, CS gas or anything similar you've knocked together yourself) could entail you getting put away for a minimum of five years.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #10 on: 04 August 2014, 12:43:39 am »
I actually called my local police and asked exactly what my rights are in this situation. They were extremely  helpful.

Basically, I can hit them over the head with a bedside ornament but I can't keep something heavy under the bed to hit people with. This is pretty much impractical - they're likely to just take it off me and hit me with it.

If I can get out of the room, I have the choice to run stark naked into the hall screaming for help, running into the bathroom and locking the door, or running into my kitchen/living room. That may be the room where the knives are kept, but if I grab a knife and use it, they're going to want to know why I didn't run to the hall or bathroom. Perhaps he dragged me into the kitchen and I grabbed it off the cutting board... but really, I'm expected to run to safety, not stand my ground and fight. Also, again there's the possibility that he is just going to take the knife off me and use it.

Frankly, we're not really empowered to defend ourselves beyond using martial arts or bedside lamps. And we're not even allowed to share a flat, although that is tolerated in most areas.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #11 on: 04 August 2014, 11:03:02 am »
Yes, it's been said on here ad nauseum but weapons are not the answer for precisely the reason given above. I got told this myself after an attempted break in (I kept a pickaxe handle near the door, and it was made clear to me that if I'd hit anybody with it I'd have been joining them in court). Throw things by all means to try and put some distance between you and the other person, but the creating of distance is the priority :).

It's always worth repeating the mantra about these sprays because so many people don't seem to realise that a conviction under the Firearms Act really isn't something you want on your CV :).
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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #12 on: 04 August 2014, 03:41:06 pm »
I have a theory that if believe badness will happen regardless what it is. Then wonder why an earth this is happening. The best thing to do is try not to worry about circumstances that are not happening at present. You know that saying be carful for what is wished for.

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #13 on: 05 August 2014, 10:12:03 am »
I'm wondering if having a spray bottle of chili water would still be illegal? Something that would cause enough discomfort and surprise to allow you to get away but won't do any real damage

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Re: Chance of being hurt in an in-call
« Reply #14 on: 05 August 2014, 10:41:25 am »
I'm wondering if having a spray bottle of chili water would still be illegal? Something that would cause enough discomfort and surprise to allow you to get away but won't do any real damage

Yes it would, assuming it was intended only to spray at somebody else in order to cause them discomfort (and I can't think of any plausible excuse to have one just lying around). Home made sprays are covered under the Act - somebody not on a phone may be able to find a quote for it, or doing a search for Firearms Act ought to pop up one of the previous occasions where it's been discussed.

You can't shoot anyone with an unloaded gun either, but it's still illegal to point one at them. It's the premeditated aspect that's the issue, not the degree of damage you can do. Plus the above made points about weapons being turned on you still apply - it's plausible to have a can on hairspray or anti-perspirant in a bedroom, but I wouldn't want to be sprayed at/hit with one.