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Self-defense or private defense is a countermeasure that involves defending oneself, one's property or the well-being of another from harm. Anything not related to a specific martial art, any hypothetical situations, and anything related to the law are off topic.
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Terror and mass shooting attacks
Run, Hide, Fight
Most institutions suggest the "run, hide, fight" approach to such terrorist attacks. You should first run from the terrorist; they can't harm you if you're too far away. If that isn't …
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Measurement of the practicality of a martial art
I've decided to post my guide to qualitatively
determining practicality, but we first must separate effectiveness and practicality. Effectiveness helps determine practicality, but effectiveness alone …
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Do you find HEMA unarmed tactics viable self defense?
Generally Yes
For most instances, various schools of pugilism, treatises on grappling, and so on were and still can be totally valid in a modern context.
But Why?
You may not be carrying a cane or gen …
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Act first as fast as you can and surprise in real fight
Avoidance is the Best Defense
Be aware of your surroundings. You're in a parking garage, fumbling with your keys, and you see someone running towards you, who appears less-than-wholesome (and you're u …
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Can fighting in a confined space be a realistic strategy?
From an armed fighting, specifically Historic European Martial Arts, "HEMA," perspective, opting for a limited space is a totally valid choice. Context is important here!
Limited space allows for you …
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How do I stop trying to be unbeatable/invincible?
A Misunderstanding
Martial Arts, in a very broad generalization, isn't about an "ultimate technique" or a single "perfect move." Being a "what-if monkey" and desiring a perfect, one-size-fits-all move …
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Is it expected that all training stances/positions will have direct fighting applications?
For Historic European Martial Arts (HEMA):
Just about every stance or guard is meant to be used in combat.
While some of them may seem odd, like Ochs/Ox (or Finestra/Window);
... or the reverse gr …
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How to cope with being helpless?
Avoid The Situation
Really, this is the key, and I would bet big money that a near-universal sentiment among self defense instructors. No one can deprive you of life if you are simply not there! Not t …
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