We never like to think of anything bad happening to us or especially a loved one such as our spouse or one of our children. But two words we should become familiar with, those being anticipation and avoidance, when it comes to personal protection and self-defense.
Over the years I have tried to teach my children to think in these terms. First do your best to avoid any dangerous circumstances and areas. Don't jeopardize your safety by not planning your traveling schedule ahead of time and find yourself in high crime areas. When you are out jogging, walking or shopping try to anticipate the criminal's thinking pattern. Always be aware of your surroundings to visualize the attackers' hiding places or their means of attack.
Take advantage of the numerous types of self-defense weapons that are on the market. Purchase one and learn how to use it. One such device is an electronic security alarm. These devices produce a quick piercing noise and can momentarily confuse an assailant, providing you with sufficient time to flee. Keep it handy for you to reach for easy access - do not keep it hidden in the bottom of your handbag. If you do not possess a personal protection alarm, simply cause a loud racket yourself by simply yelling and being as noisy as possible, and also screaming "call the police" - if you are noisy enough, this could be equally as efficient as the personal security alarm. For those who have a personal alarm, utilize it and yell too.
Should you become trapped in a situation, first attempt to communicate with an aggressor while not provoking him or her. Practice relaxation, because looking afraid or even anxious can in fact trigger an assault. Keep in mind that body gestures are vital in hostile circumstances, therefore continue to keep an appropriate extended distance in between you and the aggressor.
Brace yourself whenever imminent danger threatens. Panic and anxiety can easily disable you, therefore once again it's helpful to learn to be in control of your emotions in a very troublesome circumstance. In case you do have to fight, implement the "bash and dash" method. The most important bashing spots on the attacker are their eyes, nose area, mouth, the ears, throat, groin, knees and also shins; go for whatever is actually quickest to reach.
Whenever attacked from behind never wrestle forward, you will simply tire yourself out. Rather lunge backwards so that you stun the assailant while stomping on their lower legs and feet.
When it comes to protecting yourself or family, it's "no holds barred." You've got the right to protect yourself and family by using defense methods which may involve making use of objects you've got on hand...for instance an umbrella, handbag, briefcase and also your car or house keys. Once you have accomplished your primary purpose of stunning or even shocking the assailant, flee as quickly as you possibly can preferably towards a crowded area.
These are some basic principles regarding self-defense tactics. I would also encourage you to consider taking a self-defense class to further enhance your personal protection skills. Remember "anticipation and avoidance" of dangerous circumstances and areas are the very best types of protection for yourself and your family.
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