Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Take Self Defense Advice Seriously

By Steve Thibeault

If you want to lift your mood, confidence and spirit in general then you should consider practicing the art of self-defense. While many say that this is a requirement in our modern times, those who advocate it see it is a way of achieving balance and many other benefits. Advocates see aggression as a bad thing.

Those who study history know that ancient Chinese culture focuses a lot on martial arts. These practices were able to allow someone to disarm an attacker who may have appeared to be stronger or larger but in reality was more vulnerable. The goal was quick resolution through a swift attack toward the vulnerable body parts of the opponent. Always try and switch the advantage in your favor. Today, many young people prepare for our violent world and take self-defense classes.

If you take self-defense as a very important part of your life, you will know that you have an inner feeling of self-confidence that comes from the knowledge that you are essentially secure from any attack. Very few active protagonists actually practice their skills because they don't have to. Often they just need to advise a potential attacker that they practice the skills and this is sufficient.

As you exercise, chemicals known as endorphins are released into your system which give you a good feeling. If you take self-defense lessons, this is a form of exercise and you will get the same feeling. Also, you will able to create a great bond with others around you.

If you take self-defense seriously you will be able to capitalize on the benefits in all areas of your life. Ancient self-defense teaches us peace and calmness as essential elements and you can use the lessons learned as you uncover the various techniques to help your daily life, be it at home, in school or at work.

You must take self-defense seriously, wherever you live in this violent world. The ancient Chinese gave us the ninja and today we are still able to use some of their attack and defense weapons. While many of these items are used in games and social activities, they are still able to be used to defend yourselves in certain situations.

Do not worry if you are quite frail, older or not very athletic as you do not always have to engage in physical acts of self-defense. You do not need to be particularly agile to use pepper spray, tasers or stun guns and will instead prompt your attacker to become agile by running the other way!

You don't have to take self-defense to any extremes but always be aware of your surroundings and your situation. Whatever you think you need, there are great self-defense tools available to help you.

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