Self Defense


The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence
Meditations on Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence
Facing Violence: Preparing for the Unexpected
The Law of Self Defense: The Indispensable Guide to the Armed Citizen
When Violence Is the Answer: Learning How to Do What It Takes When Your Life Is at Stake
Principles of Personal Defense
Complete Krav Maga: The Ultimate Guide to Over 230 Self-Defense and Combative Techniques
In the Gravest Extreme: The Role of the Firearm in Personal Protection
On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace
Left of Bang: How the Marine Corps' Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life
Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right To Self Defense
How to Beat Up Anybody: An Instructional and Inspirational Karate Book by the World Champion – The Satirical Self-Defense Comedy from the Star of 30 Rock
100 Deadly Skills: The SEAL Operative's Guide to Eluding Pursuers, Evading Capture, and Surviving Any Dangerous Situation
A Professional's Guide to Ending Violence Quickly: How Bouncers, Bodyguards, and Other Security Professionals Handle Ugly Situations
Cheap Shots, Ambushes, and Other Lessons: A Down and Dirty Book on Streetfighting and Survival
Thomas Lu
Remember, the real aggressors are not going to hold back and play by the rules. This is why you want to train holistically by going through a variety of scenarios — so that you don’t get caught up by surprise when a new scenario hits you.
Thomas Lu, The Personal Sustainability Handbook: 60+ Practices to Sustainabilize Your Health, Finances, Relationships and Beyond

Terry Pratchett
How can you protect yourself by carrying a sword if you don’t know how to use it?’ Not me, sir. Other people. They see the sword and don’t attack me,’ said Maladict patiently. Yes, but if they did, lad, you wouldn’t be any good with it,’ said the sergeant. No, sir. I’d probably settle for just ripping their heads off, sir. That’s what I mean by protection, sir. Theirs, not mine. And I’d get hell from the League if I did that, sir.
Terry Pratchett, Monstrous Regiment

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