I disagree. Just because the 380 doesn't have a place in YOUR arsenal doesn't mean its not a viable option for self defense. By your standard, why carry a 9mm, why not .45 acp. and why stop there, why not carry a .460? different people tolerate recoil differently. The millions of .380 rounds sold every year seem to back my point up quite nicely.
Wow, you're reading a lot more into my post than what was said.
If a .380 is the most you feel comfortable with, I still applaud you for taking responsibility for your own safety. However, I'd be willing to bet with very minimal training, that you'd be able to handle 9mm .40 or .45 just as effectively.