I believe it is every parent duty to prepare their children for life. Unfortunately, learning to defend themselves is part of today's world, no matter what your social status is.

I was the victim of a surprise attack in a stairwell. I used my knee and found that as intimidating as this person was, he wasn't all that when confronted with a knee in his male ego. While I always believe that engaging with the person is last resort, this person was strong and I felt like he would not mind having his way.

Self-defense is important and my parents made sure that all their children were at least prepared to defend or protect themselves. I can say that you never think it will happen to you.

To this day, I use stairwells, but I am pretty picky which ones I will use.

Excellent post.

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