It is important to always be aware of your surroundings and protect yourself from theft. There are a few simple measures you can take to ensure the safety of your possessions:
1) Hide your possessions when you do not need them. This means keeping them under lock and key or out of sight where they are not easily accessible to criminals.
2) Protect valuable items with a tamper-proof security system such as hidden screws, security codes or biometric locks.
3) Use clearly identifiable secure storage containers for larger valuables such as computers or jewelry. These should also be well lit and stored away from windows so thieves can not see inside at night.
4) Always alert someone if you think something is wrong. This could mean yelling for help, trying to snatch the item from the thief, or putting physical barriers between you and the thief to prevent them from getting close enough to steal something.