A recent viral TikTok highlighted a simple night safety tip: **don’t immediately turn on the lights when you get home**. Doing so can reveal your exact location to anyone watching from outside. By keeping your home dark for a few moments, you create a small delay that can make your movements harder to track. The advice sparked conversations about situational awareness, especially among people living alone, and serves as a reminder that small, proactive habits can help you feel safer at night. READ MORE BELOW
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