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Self Defense Tip #8

Jeff Joslin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:02:00 +0000

Awareness is the key

Increasing your personal awareness is probably the most important part of self-defense. An awareness of crime and violence along with an awareness of your environment are the keys to personal security. You do not have to be paranoid, simply be aware of the things that are happening around you. Be alert and use common sense to help you remain safe.

Self Defense Tip #7

Jeff Joslin — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:40:00 +0000

Your first priority is escape

If you do end up in a dangerous situation, remember that you main priority is to escape not to fight. If you cannot escape immediately you may want to comply, at least until you can escape. When faced with someone who demands your wallet, purse etc. give it to them, and escape. No possession is worth risking your life over.

Self-Defense Tip #6

Jeff Joslin — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:58:00 +0000

Avoid presenting a victim profile

An attacker will attack the targets that appear easiest. They will avoid those that appear to know what’s going on and might put up a fight. When you are out in public, look people in the eye, keep your head up, and walk confidently. This will take away their element of surprise and they will likely pass you up for an easier target.

Self Defense Tip #5

Jeff Joslin — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 03:25:00 +0000

Trust your instincts

Learn to trust your instincts and listen to what you intuition tells you. When you feel something doesn’t seem right, bring your senses to full alert and be prepared to fight and escape as soon as possible.

Self Defense Tip #4

Jeff Joslin — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:16:00 +0000

Think you’re being followed?

If you think you are being followed cross a street, then move towards a well-lit and populated area. Use the reflection from windows, pictures and shadows to raise your awareness of what’s going on around you.

Self Defense Tip #3

Jeff Joslin — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 03:55:00 +0000

Lights, People and Noise

These are your greatest allies. Criminals fear these three things, because they increase the chances that they will be seen and caught. Always try to travel in groups and in open, well populated areas, especially at night. Avoid dark and isolated areas especially when you are alone.

Self Defense Tip #2

Jeff Joslin — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 03:23:00 +0000

The Element of Surprise

Use your imagination on ways you can distract your attacker. You could act passively, appearing to submit to your assailant’s wishes, only to attack them when they least expect it. You could talk with the attacker, to relax them slightly, moments before you launch an attack of your own. Stay calm and keep thinking, it can make a difference

Self Defense Tip #1

Jeff Joslin — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:09:00 +0000

Develop a fighter’s mindset

I am constantly visualizing defeating my opponent months before our fight even takes place. You too should use visualization as a tool for self-defense. Address your fears before you are confronted with them to train you mind to react quickly under the intense stress of an assault.

Imagine yourself in a dangerous situation and visualize what actions you might take to survive and escape. Mental preparation while you are in a safe environment is the key.

This type of visualization drill has to be done on a regular basic to be effective. Try to do it daily for a few minutes whenever you have some spare time.