| Dealing With Self-Defense Situations |

Avoid
De-escalate
Escape
Stun and run
Stun and control
Stun and use deadly force
When learning self-defense techniques, remember there are some things a real attacker will probably never use:
Attack from a low, traditional stance.
Use a straight punch.
Use a knife hand attack
Use a hammer fist to the top of the head.
Punch or kick from such a distance that the arm or leg stops, at full extension, before it hits your body.
Punch or kick from such a distance that the fist or foot only touches you.
Punch over your head or past your shoulder.
Punch, then leave the arm where it stopped.
Swing only once.
Attack from a distance that makes kicks possible.
Forget that he or she has another hand.
Grab you, then stand there.
Grab you, then release you when you begin your counter-technique.
Be afraid to touch you.
Allow you to keep your balance so you can perform your technique.
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