My parents always taught me to be safe and keep my eyes open for any possible threats. That lead me to take a self defense class when I was 19. I remember being in this self defense class and feeling rather insecure that I wasn't doing it perfectly. Then I remembered that I was there for an important reason. Everyone was there for one important reason. To protect themselves. In self defense it is important that the techniques become second nature and the tools you are using can be used in second nature. I always remember that voice from the instructor in my subconscious. “Make sure you know how to use your weapon so it won't be used on you.” They stressed practice in both situations. For men and women self defense is important. Some of us never get attacked. Some of us get attacked everyday. It's worth it to take back your power.

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