Has society become less dangerous?
Has the need for personal safety lessened?

The skills of the internal martial arts can be used in modern life.
They have not faded or dated.
Non-conflictive solutions.
Flowing rather than fighting.
Making space.
Allowing.
Moderation.

We are faced with stresses, conflicts and threats in everyday life.
You need to be sharp and alert.
Kung fu teaches this.