{"id":315,"date":"2009-02-09T15:42:34","date_gmt":"2009-02-09T23:42:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.principiadiscordia.com\/blog\/?p=315"},"modified":"2009-02-09T15:42:34","modified_gmt":"2009-02-09T23:42:34","slug":"self-defense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.principiadiscordia.com\/blog\/index.php\/2009\/02\/09\/self-defense\/","title":{"rendered":"Self “Defense”"},"content":{"rendered":"

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To make clear right away: this is NOT an article on how to fight.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>This is an article on how to not NEED to fight.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Techniques on how to disarm maim or kill will not be covered.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>No flashy folding knives, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153tactical\u00e2\u20ac\u009d flashlights, kubotans, fistloads, or knuckledusters will be discussed here.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>These are all weapons (tools you use offensively), or offensive techniques, and this is an article about defense.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>A weapon is a tool for harming another human being by offensive action.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Is there such a thing as a \u00e2\u20ac\u0153defensive\u00e2\u20ac\u009d weapon?\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Likely not, unless you want to split hairs about shields, which you carry to a medieval battlefield, not every day on your usual rounds.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>This is a discussion on situational awareness and how to carry your self (aka. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153street smarts\u00e2\u20ac\u009d), to discourage and minimize the possibility of getting in a confrontation.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Your author, it should be mentioned, is NO great street fighter, warrior, martial artist, or psychology expert.\u00c2\u00a0 Training in these fields he HAS had, but the following ideas are gleaned from walking into and out of some shit more or less intact.\u00c2\u00a0 If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re in a rowdy bar, bad part of town, or walking a country road when the banjos start, it will seldom be immediately obvious what kind of situation you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re in, or what the perfect response is until after the fact.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Perfect responses don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t matter.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>If you walk away free and unhurt you did it right.
\nDO:\u00c2\u00a0 Take these ideas, incorporate and use as they make sense to you.\u00c2\u00a0
\nDO NOT:\u00c2\u00a0 Replace entirely how you conduct yourself with this advice.\u00c2\u00a0 Even the schmuck writing it doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t consider it definitive.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


\nStep 1: Awareness.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Know what\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s going on around you, that simple.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Keep eyes, ears, and mind open.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

If there\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s a part of town where people get rolled for having the wrong skin color, guess where you shouldn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t go.\u00c2\u00a0 If you see or hear police getting ready to sweep and area, or a group starting to argue \/ fight, it MIGHT be good to make your way elsewhere.\u00c2\u00a0 Information heeded in time is easier, cheaper, and safer than bullets when things go bad.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Step 2:\u00c2\u00a0 Don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t look like a target.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Unless someone has a personal reason to harm you, they usually are NOT looking for a fight.\u00c2\u00a0 They are looking for an easy target.\u00c2\u00a0 There are always exceptions, but most muggers, pickpockets, etc, only want to hit a mark and get away unscathed.\u00c2\u00a0 Looking like a hard target will dissuade many problems.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Being tall, wide, or male helps right off the bat, but looking cognizant and ready can be done by anyone regardless.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Keep moving confidently and steadily, like you are supposed to be where you are and know EXACTLY where you are going.\u00c2\u00a0 RELAX; holding your shoulders or arms tensely is an easy way to signal nervousness.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Though you should be aware of surroundings, use more senses than your eyes.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Constant backward glancing and head swiveling looks nervous and unsure.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Eyes forward, head slightly down, just keep on trucking.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Use eyeglasses or glass storefronts to check what\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s behind you.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>
\nWear clothes you can move in, and shoes you can run in.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Avoid ANY kind of shoe which makes a nervous \u00e2\u20ac\u0153TAP TAP TAP TAP\u00e2\u20ac\u009d sound when you try to walk faster.\u00c2\u00a0
\nDon\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t take out your wallet, phone, or anything expensive if you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re unsure of the surroundings.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>People like to steal things that hold money or cost money, so don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t let them see that you have them.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Try to avoid any action which would take your attention off of your environment.\u00c2\u00a0 (Rummaging through a purse or bag to find a lighter for someone who asks you for one, for example.)\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Not always possible, but having your face glued to your phone \/ map \/ iPod is a GOOD way to look vulnerable.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>(If you decide to wear headphones, learn to adjust the music and volume when the player is in you pocket.)\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

If you need to carry a bag, wear it across your torso, or high and tight on your shoulder.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Carrying one loose on the lower arm, on one shoulder, or held in the hand makes them a PRIME candidate for a run \u00e2\u20ac\u201c by snatching.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nStep 3: Aversion.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>A good glare will get you out of more situations better than fighting.\u00c2\u00a0
\nIf you can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t or don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t want to try a staring contest, you can always be gross.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Sag forward and drool in a train seat, hack up a lung, talk like a retard, rant to yourself, VOMIT, shit your self, (as the situation warrants, of course).\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Most mugger \/ rapists do NOT want to deal with this.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Most regular folks will get disturbed and stay away too.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Step 4:\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Get out of Dodge.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>If you know you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re being followed, suspect it, or even get an attack of the \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Spider Sense\u00e2\u20ac\u009d, make your way to a more populous area.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Call the cops or a cab.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Again, move purposeful and steady.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>If you must, RUN.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Yes, it signals panic, and may encourage the pursuer to give chase, but if you can reach a safe place fast, it works.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>
\nIf confronted with a gun or a knife, handing over your cash is MUCH cheaper than medical bills.\u00c2\u00a0 Give (Read: toss your cash), to the shithead, back off, and RUN.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Keep credit cards and ID separate from money.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re carrying BIG change, keep it somewhere away from your pocket cash.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Hopefully this will add a few ideas and some security to readers, and hopefully they never need to find out.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Comments, questions, or contradictions are always welcome, as this kind of thing is ALWAYS work in progress.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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