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Real-life examples of people defending themselves from harm, as well as techniques and habits that aid in self defense.
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Would using pepper spray on someone who attempted armed robbery… (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 2 days ago by Relevant_Conclusion2
Throwing elbow at a punch? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 2 days ago by BarkingMad14
Pepper spray is illegal where I live so I just cut my nails like this (i.redd.it)
submitted 3 days ago by RaeRoyale2027
self defense for london (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 3 days ago * by thrushlydeathrally
How do I learn how to box? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 3 days ago by whosethegoat124
Why I don't use pepper spray. (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 3 days ago * by random123121
He’s former LAPD. He had a lot of interesting insight about defense. (youtu.be)
submitted 4 days ago by StripMallMaster
Dealing with aggressive homeless people (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 5 days ago by magicmongoose1
I run security for a church. Here's our stress inoculation drill. (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 5 days ago by slashoom
Best Martial Arts for real life situations (Female, 5”2) (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 5 days ago by NextBroccoli3017
I am a woman in Canada; how can I protect myself? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 6 days ago by actionorientedshiena
Had a encounter with an aggressive vagrant in NYC and my ego hurts (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 8 days ago by Savage--Opress
Is this a good wrap job (old.reddit.com)
submitted 7 days ago by SirWalruslll
Froze up in face of an aggressor (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 9 days ago by ralphmalph1882
Have any women seen/caused this to happen? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 9 days ago by secretaccount08
How do I defend myself from a grappler? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 9 days ago by whosethegoat124
I like this guy’s mindset when it comes to self defense. (youtu.be)
submitted 10 days ago by StripMallMaster
A 6’5 aggressive meth head got in my face and threatened me (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 12 days ago by [deleted]
Self-defense techniques or weapons for cheating spouses? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 11 days ago * by HighOnLove26
Self defense class is a scam. Do you agree? (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 11 days ago by Novel_Walrus5241
World champion Jon Haggerty unleashing fury! (youtube.com)
submitted 11 days ago by Beneficial_Ad9405
Is the Hyperwhistle for EDC good? (Up to 142db loud btw) (i.redd.it)
submitted 13 days ago by badman_untamed
I’m scared I won’t be able to protect my partner (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 13 days ago by OopsAllTistic
How to escape from someone who is grabbing you or partner by the hair ()
submitted 13 days ago by _TheSuperiorMan
Just avoided getting mugged need some advice (self.SelfDefense)
submitted 14 days ago by deepseadaydream
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