Top Ten Self Defense Tips in the Event of an Attack
 

There is danger in our lives in even the most ordinary places.  Parking lots, sidewalks, even your own home – you can be attacked by an assailant anywhere, anytime.  In the heat of the moment, you need to know what to do so you can stay alive.  Below are some self defense tips and tricks you can use until help arrives. Remember, the goal in an attack is to get out of the attacker’s clutches and run to safety.  These tips will temporarily give you the upper hand, allowing for a fast getaway or even forcing the attacker to give up

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Self Defense Tip #1

Scream “NO!” and “CALL 911!” so bystanders know you are in serious danger. 

Self Defense Tip #2

If the attacker grabs you from behind, move your hips to one side and swing your elbow directly into the attacker’s groin.

Self Defense Tip #3

Bash his face with the back of your head.  It’ll hurt him way more than it hurts you. 

Self Defense Tip #4

If your attacker has you in a rear choke hold, turn your chin towards their elbow and press down to relieve the pressure on your windpipe so you can remain conscious and fighting. 

Self Defense Tip #5

Do not let yourself be taken anywhere.  The attacker is more likely to kill you if he takes you to a place where he is comfortable.  Do not allow yourself to be dragged to a car.  Fight to stay put. 

Self Defense Tip #6

Aim your fist or the palm of your hand in a swift upward motion to the attacker’s nose.  It will hurt him.

Self Defense Tip #7

Jab your thumb into his eye socket and twist.  His eye might pop out.  He’ll definitely be incapacitated. 

Self Defense Tip #8

Don’t hesitate to use your mace or pepper spray.  Any moment of hesitation gives your attacker the chance to take it and use it on you.

Self Defense Tip #9

Practice with your mace or pepper spray first.  Aim it at eye level at a tree from various distances until you are comfortable hitting your target.

Self Defense Tip #10

You may have easy weapons already on your person.  Keys, pens, umbrellas, even canned food from your grocery bag can be used in self defense.  The general rule is, jab at the soft parts of the body, like the eyes or stomach, with pointy things like pens and keys, and bash at the hard parts of the body, like the head or knees, with hard things like a can of food.

Remember, you are fighting for your life.  A few bruises and scratches are worth it to stay alive, so bite, kick, and scream all you want.  These are just a few self defense tips that have been known to save lives.  If you are interested in learning more about self defense, take a self defense class or visit Home Security Store.com for more self defense tools and tips. 

 

Ralph Winn publishes articles, guides and reviews on security related topics. Ralph Winn has over 32 years of education and experience in the security industry. Your home should be your haven where you feel comfortable and secure. Everybody deserves to feel safe in their own home. The world around us can get hectic at times, and it's important to have a place of safety we can retreat to when times are tough. That's why our goal at the home security store is to help you find the best way to provide a protected environment for you and your loved ones. Ralph has created a user-friendly security forum for you to get answers.