CNet editor James Kim's body was discovered less than twenty-four hours ago, but, let's be honest, every situation provides an opportunity for enterprising self-promoters to get themselves out there. Step forward "life change and survival expert Cheryl Perlitz," who wants to let you know how you might survive a similar situation! Should you care to read what is the creepiest press release we've received this week, we've placed it after the jump.


Subject: Rescue Me! The Death of James Kim Teaches Us Real Life Crisis Management Tips
Rescue Me! The Death of James Kim Teaches Us Real Life Crisis Management Tips
James Kim's body was found in the Oregon wilderness, after he, his wife and 2 small children waited for 9 days in a cold car, for rescuers to come. He wandered away from the car to look for help and perished in his efforts. It is our responsibility to turn this tragic experience into an opportunity for all of us to learn what we need to do to be ready, so that it doesn't happen to our families.
Chicago, IL (PRWeb) December 7, 2006 — James Kim was found dead after leaving his family and his car to find help in the Oregon wilderness.

This horrifying experience could happen to any of us, especially during the cold unpredictable winter weather season. We could easily get caught in a winter storm, hit by a freak of nature, or have situations occur that compromise our safety.

None of us think our lives will be thrown into a crisis situation. But it happens, and those who survive are the ones who are as prepared as they can be, adopt basic survival skills to think clearly and act calmly and efficiently in a crisis situation.

Life change and survival expert, Cheryl Perlitz, invites you to adopt these simple crisis management tips that may just save your life.

BE PREPARED
Have basic survival equipment in your car at all times:
*Water. You can only survive for 3 days without water so bring a lot
*Extra food to ration out over an extended period of time
*Blankets
*Signaling devices like flash lights, cell phones well charged, gps locators, colorful pieces of fabric, a whistle
*Paper and pencil
*matches and candles
*knife
*Have a full tank of gas
*rope
*current maps / compass that you have learned how to use
*First aid kit
*Jumper cables
*Large garbage bags to use to protect you from the cold and rain/snow
Duct tape

LET OTHERS KNOW YOUR PLANS
Make sure people know where you are going and when, so if you don't arrive in your destination someone can call for help.

STAY WHERE YOU ARE
Do not give in to the temptation to find help. Be patient and wait for help to find you.

BREATHE, STEP BACK AND CALM DOWN
Breathe and calm down so you can look at your situation clearly. Don't rush ahead too fast. Make a plan, and wait until you are physically and emotionally ready to act. Then revisit the plan again and again and move slowly one step at a time. However, you are better off staying where you are until you have no choice.

ASSESS THE SITUATION
Think like a rescuer. Know that they will be looking for you, and wait. Be honest about your own physical, emotional, and intellectual limitations. Listen to your intuition.

BE RESPECTFUL OF NATURE
Know that nature is unpredictable. Never go out of a protected environment into nature unless it is a last resort action.

TAKE YOUR BEST EDUCATED GUESS AND MAKE A PLAN
Weight the consequences of the different possibilities. Go where helicopters will see you to set signaling devices. Only do this if you know the area, but never wander too far from your vehicle.

MOVE SLOWLY AND DELIBERATELY.
Take one step at a time and move cautiously and carefully. Leave a trail for yourself. Try to be clear headed and analytic. If you are in a cold weather situation, be sure to only move out of the protection of your car if you have the proper cold weather equipment. Hypothermia can cause you to become disoriented, and you may lose your way.

Cheryl Perlitz is the author of 3 inspiring books, a dynamic speaker and frequent radio and television talk show guest. Her fun and motivational stories and survival tips help listeners and readers to transform their challenges into opportunities for positive change.

Cheryl can be reached at 847-609-8032 or at http://www.soarwithme.com

To learn more about Cheryl, get media testimonials, show ideas www.soarwithme.com/media_center.html

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