Be Able to Effectively Defend Yourself if Attacked:
No matter what age, size, or level of fitness; you can benefit from a class on self-defense. A very large part of knowing how to defend yourself is the ability to read a situation (situational awareness) - being aware of your surroundings - and having the tools to avoid risky situations which includes an understanding of verbal deflection, de-escalation and deterrence. As we live in uncertain times, we should be prepared to defend ourselves in our home, car, at work, or on the street. If someone is intent on harming you or those you love, you have a choice; Run, Take It or Fight Back. Understand that if the attackers are 'that intent', they may not allow you to flee and, be assured, their attack will not be without serious, possible life-threatening, injury to you or loved one(s). In the case of a home invasion, the criminals have already decided (they don't care about) their fate and risk to their own safety/life. NOTE: Protection of property, alone, may not be considered self defense. Protection of life is self-defense. Likewise, intentionally putting oneself in harms way (voluntarily placing oneself in legal jeopardy) to protect the property of others is not considered self-defense. Refer to the following information on the legal aspects of self-defense.
[Video 1 & Article] Â [Video 2] Â [Video 3] Handling the Immediate Aftermath of a Self-Defense Shooting Video - Psychological effects of stress in a lethal force encounter Video - Class on Judicious Use Of Deadly Force (Adult Language)
Defusing Hostility:
It should be obvious that avoiding, preventing and diffusing hostility is a better option than conflict. Self-defense aims to stop victimization before an attack starts. Citizens seeking to improve their self-defense skills should also understand how mental health impacts their world and train on verbal deflection, de-escalation and deterrence. Learning how to evade a hostile situation or de-escalate a personal encounter are worthwhile skills in our Emergency Preparations.
Be Assertive, Not Aggressive: While assertive communication can sometimes be misinterpreted as arrogant, selfish, or unhelpful, by learning how to establish clear boundaries and communicate your needs and ideas clearly and respectfully, you can enhance your relationships with others, whether work colleagues, friends, or romantic partners. A gentle, diplomatic nudge that allows others to make the first move, garners respect. Read: Initial Aggressor: Losing the Right to Argue Self Defense But the fruit of the spirit is . . . gentleness . . . - Galatians 5:22-23 Nothing is so strong as gentleness; nothing so gentle as real strength. - Francis de Sales
Body Language & Self-Defense:
One of the most effective ways to avoid becoming a victim is to spot an attack before it happens and present yourself as a risky target. Whether you're being approached in a parking lot or walking through a crowd, using body language, and being attuned to the body language of those around you, is a powerful tool. Along with personal protection weapons, knowledge of body language takes away the would-be assailant's advantage of surprise. Here are some references to use and read body language for self-defense: Understanding Body Language & Pre-Attack Indicators Body Language Signs that Might Save Your Life Body Language Tricks to Show You're a Hard Target Body Language And Usage In Self Defense
Decide Your Responses NOW:
Can (WILL) You Effectively Defend Yourself If Attacked? Make no mistake; as the world is right now, where others still want what I have, a disaster situation will amplify that a thousand times. Right now, as I make plans for what I will do if disaster strikes, I need to decide [now] if I will fight or cave when the dogs of society begin to howl. If I decide to turn my back and walk away, I better be ready to scrounge for water, food and shelter or die trying. If I decide to share, I better have tons more than I ever thought I would need and watch my back while I hand it over. If my choice is to defend and protect, I need to decide, right now, at what point I will run, give up, or fight and, possibly, take a life. And, if I do take the life, or severely injure, my attacker, am I prepared to live with the consequences? I believe, in a crisis situation, most of us will have to make these choices. We will not be in a protective bubble. We will come face-to-face with thirsty, hungry, homeless people; some who will ask and some who will not. Before the attack happens we need to decide to what extent we are willing to defend family and self. Thinking through different scenarios will help prepare for the real thing.
I saw a TV show about a private, self-sustaining community of people who did not believe in the use of guns but one of them said that if hostile visitors would come, take over and not leave, eventually, those visitors would be poisoned or have their throats slit as they slept. These anti-gunners had pre-established a tolerance level and a plan.
Recommendations: Don't allow a potential attacker within 21 feet (Tueller Principal) Defend Yourself with a Vengeance Until the Attack Stops Get Self-Defense Insurance Learn to Recognize and Use Weapons of Opportunity An Attacker is Expecting a Specific Reaction. Respond Differently! Practice Self-Defense Through Awareness Learn and Frequently Practice to Effectively Use Your Chosen Self-Defense Tactics/Tools Related Resources: Podcast: A Guide to Protecting Yourself Against Unexpected Violence Self-Defense and the Bible Find a Self-defense course near you 3 Self-Defense Moves Everyone Should Know How to Use Body Weight in Self-Defense Techniques How to Defend Yourself Against an Attacker How to Defend Yourself Against an Attacker Carrying a Knife Surviving a Knife Attack From Behind How to Defend Yourself from an Attacker Non-Lethal Self-Defense Tools Firearms Training Basics Make Primitive Wilderness Weapons and Tools from Scratch Non-Lethan Self-Defense Weapons Weapons of Opportunity - Use Everyday Objects for Self-Defense Making and Using Improvised Weapons and Tools [Author's Reference Link 1] [Author's Reference Link 2]
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