36 pages • 1 hour read
In 2022, Gavin de Becker released a 10-hour YouTube series titled The Gift of Fear Masterclass—intended as a companion to The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence, published in 1997. The series comprises de Becker’s discussions with a group of participants in a round-table setting, exploring the core concepts of the book, asking questions, and sharing personal experiences of violence. This round-table discussion is interspersed with talking-head interviews featuring guests in entertainment, law enforcement, and advocacy, many of whom survived violent encounters. De Becker’s concepts are dramatized, including a segment with two young adult guests meant to explore adolescent dating and consent. Despite the gap in their publication, his video series still reflects the philosophy of his book.
When addressing how to react to unwanted pursuits, romantic or otherwise, de Becker advises discontinuing communication and limiting access. In 1997, when The Gift of Fear was written, the internet was in its infancy. Gavin de Becker & Associates’ clientele include public figures like politicians and performers, whose exposure to and interactions with fans have increased with the internet—through posts, comments, and livestreams. In addition to professional stills and videos of their work, these figures’ private lives are also often shared.
Plus, gain access to 8,500+ more expert-written Study Guides.
Including features:
BookTok Books
View Collection
Fear
View Collection
Mental Illness
View Collection
New York Times Best Sellers
View Collection
Psychology
View Collection
Safety & Danger
View Collection
Science & Nature
View Collection
Self-Help Books
View Collection
Sexual Harassment & Violence
View Collection
Sociology
View Collection
True Crime & Legal
View Collection
Trust & Doubt
View Collection