How to overcome an attacker (and escape)
Awareness and avoidance first; if attacked, strike vulnerable targets to create a gap — then run.
The best self-defence is never being there: awareness and avoidance keep you out of almost every dangerous situation. If avoidance fails, the goal of physical self-defence is simple and limited — create a gap and escape to safety, not to "win" a fight. Before anything physical Awareness. Notice your surroundings; trust the instinct that says something is wrong and leave early. Distance. Keep space; put objects (a car, a table) between you and a threat. Voice. A loud, firm "back off!" draws attention and can stop an aggressor who wanted an easy target. Give up belongings. A wallet or phone is never worth your life — hand it over and get away. If you are attacked If you cannot escape and must defend yourself, strike quickly to the body's most vulnerable points, then run the instant you have a chance. .b{fill:none;stroke:#1F3864;stroke-width:4}.d{fill:#B4531A}.l{fill:#1B2430;font:13px Segoe…
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