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How To Win A Street Fight By Relaxing

Author: Matt Numrich
Date Posted: July 05, 2006

In today's society, it's almost a given you will at some time be approached by a an irate person, either attacking you, yelling at you, or maybe just trying to stare you down.

This can happen for almost any reason and in almost any location -- like in a bar, a restaurant, on the street or even on your property in some cases.

When this happens, you'll be tempted to yell back, shove back or simply attack.

But for purely legal and ethical reasons, unless someone is trying to kill you or outright attacks you...your first reaction should always be to simply gain some distance.

For example, imagine some ticked off guy comes knocking on your door some day and starts accusing you of sleeping with his wife (happens to totally innocent people more often than most people realize.)

He's naturally (and understandably) angry, and looking to tear off your head.

What do you do?

Well, unless he outright attacks you, the first thing you should do is slowly take a couple steps back, and relax.

Why?

Because taking a couple steps back usually starts the "de-escalation" process. Plus, it also lets you see a lot more of the "playing field" -- like the closest exit, a possible weapon, or his friend waiting in the corner ready to jump in.

It may sound simple, but simply stepping back slow is a highly effective way to protect yourself and, at the same time, start the process of calming the guy down and (ideally) talking it out -- instead of fighting it out.

About The Author

Sifu Matt Numrich is one of only a few instructors with Full Certification in Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, and also the Filipino Martial Arts. His students include everyone from Federal Air Marshals and military elites…to small children and 65-year old ladies. Matt also offers free weekly street-fighting lessons by email at http://jkdondvd.com

Article Source: JKD Street Combat - online collection of Jeet Kune Do articles.

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