Many times as a law enforcement officer, gut reaction, instincts, saved me from assault, violence, also helped me to identify preflight behaviors. If something didn't pass the smell test so to speak, it was time to pay very close attention. Of course experience played a part.
I never ignore my instincts anymore because every time I did I was proven wrong and my instincts right. So we have this divine radar that we take for granted. I can even sense when you're staring at me when I'm not looking.
Isn't it amazing the gifts that nature has given us? Even more incredible is how often people will choose to betray their instincts, instead believing that they are being foolish by 'over-worrying', all the meanwhile searching for answers from technology, instead of listening to the voice within. - Jack
@@fightscience I've also noticed that looking people dead in the eye renders them almost incapable of deceiving you and I think it often makes them change their mind if they had ill intentions towards you. But I always look for the safest place in an aria where I can see the most people from and I look them all in the eye. There are things inside us that we don't really have to understand just trust them! Nothing is really hidden in this world!
He said he had worked in a bar for years and because of that he can tell when "things have changed". It made him better at reading a room and people. This is absolutely true. Bartenders can read people, situations, rooms better than a vast majority of the population. No doubt..
YEAHH.I used to Run a Motorcycle ROCK Bar.. Cool Social Experience.. No Doormen.. 💪🏻. Just Me And My Guardian Angels.🙏. Born 1954..The Year of Legends 😂👍
Absolutely I was a bouncer and we stood higher than most I could literally see the crowds wave change direction and I knew a fight was about to break its mind blowing shit
Keep relaxed and alert. You can't pay FULL attention to your environment if you're tense or worried. There are studies from the Herat Science Institute that have measured the Emotional Intelligence (there are literally neurons in the heart), aka gut instinct, when one is at peace is easier to recognize what this intelligence is saying. There is a magnetic field that spreads out several feet from the heart that interacts with other fields - those of you who are familiar with Chi-Kung/Qu Gong meditation exercises may have heard this - it is through this interaction that one can "read" another person intent. There are also the social queues, is the guy fidgety, the look in the eyes as well as condition (is he high or drunk), the tone of voice (maybe he's whispering trying to get you to come closer, or maybe shaky/nervous from the adrenaline rush). I am a people watcher by nature so I had a chance to refine all of these for myself, plus the unpleasant experience of being held up at gunpoint on a few occasions, it was through these experiences that I can now recognize my own "spidey sense" and trust it. 🙏 Successful Training to everyone here. 🙏 #FightBoss
Great insight! Thanks for sharing it with us Ho Se Huang. Very interesting to hear about the studies conducted by the Heart Science Institute. We often fool ourselves into believing that we are not equipped with phenomenal power by our very nature, instead choosing to believe that we are somehow removed from the energies that surround us in our world. Stay tuned, stay trained. - Jack
@@fightscience Thank you Cifu. I believe Master Yoda said it best: "Luminous beings are we. Not this crude flesh". 🤣 As Martial Artist it is in our best interest to study and understand the body not only as a weapon, but also as a tool, a vessel through which we can embody and express the highest Ideals of what a Human Being really is. To understand and cultivate one's self is the essence of the tao 道 🙏🏼
You have no experience here lol. Everything is easy when you put it into words. Because when shit goes down you cannot control your nerves. That comes with repetition and being in that energy often. You can tell yourself to do one thing- but when it goes down- everything is instinct
As a solo female traveller, my instinct saved me from many creeps approaching me and invading my personal space once they spott me as a foreigner, asking about directions or something very obvious like time.
@@rickywoods3101 yeah and this way of thinking has caused the loss of many lives, we were not in her shoes so we have no right to talk or even invalidate their gut feelings
Situational awareness, presense of mind, quick physical reactions or reflexes, mental strength or toughness, composure, self-confidence, resourcefulness, the will or the instinct to fight back and defend yourself, and your self-defense skills and techniques that you've spent long periods of time practicing and training, can drastically increase your chances of surviving possibly violent encounters or self-defense situations. One more important thing, always trust in your instinct or intuition.
I've never really been in a fight. The real ones I've witnessed seems to employ the following- unleash violent action quickly. It's both a use of force and a tactic for instilling shock and basically paralysing someone of someones into in-action. Like a guy surrounded getting knocked down to be stomped to death. Krav Maga shows us to kick for all were worth and defend as we wriggle and rotate all the time kicking as can safely come back to our feet.
Geoff Thompson said in his book `3 second fighter`, don`t let a stranger enter your personal space! Put out your hand to create your fence, if they aren`t happy with that its their problem, I think.
The worse type of humans are the ones who put themselves in a position of trust and get into the personal space of the vulnerable so they can act out their sick desires...🤬 Thanks for sharing Sifu and Jack🙏🏽
Amen @HMR73 but knowing that these kinds of people exist and walk among us is exactly why we have to stay trained and stay attuned to our instincts. Thank you for the great feedback. - Jack
Over 3 years ago I had an issue in my flats, a bloke chased me, long story as to why this happened but it was weird cos my gut was sending out a voice to my head "Get out fast now" over and over, he came after me and I fled narrowly escaping a flogging............I am para to go and chat to girls after watching this, I already cross the road at night away from lone women to make girls feel safe and not feel like a strange person............Good video............Thanks and Blessings............
As someone who suffers from an anxiety disorder, this can actually be quite difficult at times. See, I get this kind of gut feeling that something's wrong and I'm in danger basically at all times around people, even people I've known most of my life, so it can be a real challenge to try to separate what I'm experiencing as a result of the mental illness vs what is a genuine gut feeling I should heed. What helps is to try to rely more on thinking than feeling. I'm by default suspicious of all people at all times, so if I'm approached, it's helpful to think about the context like you were saying, like why would this person be approaching me right now, does that makes sense, where am I, etc. I had a really strange experience some time ago where I was out walking around my neighborhood around say 3am or so, it's something I often do when I'm feeling restless or anxious, gets energy out and the cool night air can help with anxiety. But this one time, I see this guy walking on the block ahead of me as a I pass an intersection, I notice that he's got a very abnormal stride, kind of drunk-looking, and I decide to turn around and take another route, but about 5 seconds after I've turned away to take another path at the intersection, I turn my head and realize he's right on me, moving up and standing just feet away, asking me what I'm doing, clearly either very drunk or very high. I'm at this point fearing for my life, as I know for a fact I can't defend myself effectively, so I'm trying to decide if I should stand and try to defuse the situation or turn and run, possibly inciting him to chase me. I make sure to remain facing him and slowly back up as I tell him I'm just out for a stroll and don't want any trouble, but he continues staying very close as I try to back away, being very insistent. And it was right at that very moment that some police drive by and notice the situation, so they stop and get out, then proceed to tell him to sit down on the curb. The drunk guy starts vehemently insisting to the cops that we know each other and that we're just hanging out, which I of course deny because I had never seen the man in my life. They ask me a couple questions, basically asking if he touched me or tried to take anything from me, I told them no, gave my name and address, and they sent me on my way. I was actually afraid to so much as leave my house at night for maybe a month after all that. But part of me wonders if he really was just really high and didn't have a good sense of personal space, like perhaps he didn't mean me any harm. Though if he did, I got very lucky with the police showing up when they did.
Being Paranoid ig. Well as he explained, you have to observe body language closely. This way you can separate genuine gut feelings from those which are a result of your anxiety. You did well by constantly maintaining a distance from that guy.👍 Also, if you have a close friend, call them in such situations and talk to them anything till you go back to home safely.
I enjoy watching these videos.i 've had boxing and martial Arts training before, but your videos add the psychology in. I'm 55, and in this world now anything can go. Lawlessness increases daily. Keep up the good work mates!
Excellent series and very helpful, l never liked someone walking just a little slower than you in the blind spot but close enough to strike, l will stop sometimes and let them go. Nothing has come of it yet but it is a red flag for me. Thanks guru.
Thanks for the great comment Steve. Glad to hear that you're enjoying this format of our content. If nothing has come of it yet, then you're trusting your instincts and keeping yourself safe. - Jack
'Vibrations' don't lie...I can look at a man or woman and in a nano second I can get validation of their 'danger level'. At 65 y/o I've damn well perfected it.
It's so easy for someone to be unaware of their surrounding with the constant use of mobile devices. Retraining yourself to pay attention to what's going on around you, by understanding when it' might be inappropriate to become immersed in your device. A video on this subject might be good for those would be victims of this behavior.
Hey Doc , that "Hey bro you got the time..?" I grew up in Hawaii and I'm not proud of this but it was what I did(1 of many things I've got to answer for) but that was the phrase we used to 1) get them focused on something other than me.2) get them looking away. 3) well you see where I'm going with this... DO NOT LET ANYBODY IN YOUR PERSONAL SPACE. And this day and age..its sad but true ,TRUST NO ONE.
Thanks for these videos, recently came across them and they are completely eye opening. I thought I would be okay in a confrontation (having years of kickboxing training), but now, I question that, which is useful. Thank you :)
Happy to hear that you are finding value in the videos, thank you for taking the time to comment. Training will undoubtedly better prepare you, but we shouldn't ever allow ourselves to assume we will 'be fine', that's when we will find ourselves in the worst trouble. Is there something in particular that you'd like Mark to cover in an upcoming video? - Jack
@@fightscience yes, the fight flight freeze fold responses, I'm particularly interested in freeze and fold as I've experienced it, I know everyone is susceptible to it and overwhelm is a factor but I'm interested in your opinion on it
Being from the “Hood”!! I learned body language and gut Instincts early in life!! I speak to almost everyone I say Hello whts up or Greet ppl with positive vibes just to check their temperature 🤒 💪🏾💯
Hey Dr. Mark I always trust my inside voice. It’s never failed me in my job and in self defense. Also I feel you shouldn’t feel bad about being rude to someone you feel that’s a bit off. IMO. All the best.
In Cincinnati a couple of years ago, a woman approached a man and asked for the time, it was a set up! Three or four others jumped him while he was distracted and severely beat him. Possibly a gang initiation. The guy was interviewed and did not want to show his face for fear of reprisals. Sad 😞
I was driving the family at night on the interstate and stopped for gas. While fueling I went around the back of the gas station to the restroom. It was dreary and three young men were about 30 feet from the bathroom door talking. Made me nervous. My response was to turn around and go back to car but I had my 9mm on me so I grasped it, went and did my business, opened the door slowly to leave, gun in hand and they were still minding their own business so I was fine and left. Had I not had the firearm, I would have immediately returned to the car.
So basically what you’re saying is your gut instinct was completely wrong and nothing happened whatsoever other than you took a whiz. Cool story. Good job one of the guys didn’t want to use the rest room after you and was waiting outside for you to finish. If you really felt they were a threat you should have avoided them in the first place not felt brave because you had a gun. So what would you have done if they had approached you? Shot one or all of them? Still you got to feel like Dirty Harry for a bit, definitely one to tell the grandchildren.
He was prepared for a possible altercation in which he would've been outnumbered. He reacted appropriately. He didn't flash or present his firearm. He simply positioned himself to draw his weapon if necessary. Given the location and it being dark outside,he was smart in his action.
@@brandonterrazas9079 oh dear. Read it again. He recognised the threat and could have simply avoided it. He says himself if he hadn’t had the gun he would have immediately returned to the car. He felt brave because he had a gun and deliberately placed himself in a dangerous situation. You say he didn’t flash his gun - read it again. He “grasped” his gun when he walked to the restroom then clearly states he opened the door “gun in hand”. My whole point was he needlessly put himself and potentially others in danger purely because he had a gun. The gun should be a last resort in defence of himself or others when there is no other option. He had a better option to leave when he first saw the 3 guys and not put himself on offer. He couldn’t be more explicit: he did what he did because he had a gun. As you point out it was dark (not sure what he means by dreary), he was outnumbered. He saw three but there could have been others he hadn’t seen (plus one rule) he went into the restroom losing the tactical advantage (limited space, no other exits, easily ambushed). What if they all had guns too? Is he good enough to drop all 3 especially if he was ambushed coming out? Would he be able to kill if needs be? And live with the consequences? As Mike Tyson said; “Everyone has a plan ‘till they get punched in the face.” I would suggest just “having a gun” is not a plan. If anyone thinks carrying a gun solves all their problems then they’re going to have a very rude awakening. Stay safe.
I'm glad you pointed out the asking for the time thing, most of the street scuffles I've been in started out with them asking me if I knew what time it was. Fortunately, I did! I told them it was 12:00 and I kicked at 6:oo! They don't want to know the time of day, they want to know if you're a victim!
You want a lighter? bang on the nose. My friend did just want a lighter for his cigarette and the dud did just that. Man, some times it's just too weird to belive.
Gut instinct or intuition has always been an interesting subject to me, but never 100% clear. For instance, I've met people who are scared very fast and going with their gut instinct they'd avoid almost any and every place and person they go to. It's safe, but it can be up to the point of paranoia. Ask your local bouncer or experienced police officer or whatever and their gut instinct will be different. Because their gut instinct will have a large base of experience to draw from. It's a balance between the two I think. But in most of the cases, better safe than sorry.
Very good points and you're absolutely right; it's *not* clear. And your intuition isn't always right. Some people are also very skilled specifically at invoking trust or positive emotions in you, and to pick up on that your intuition has to be on a meta level above "gut feeling". The gist of the matter is the success rate of your intuition correlates with how well you know yourself, how much experience you have (i.e. how well you know people on general level), and how much you learn from those experiences and integrate them into your knowledgebase. You can have great senses and perception and be a fast learner, but not much experience, and still be wiser than someone with lots of experience but without a concept for what they've experienced. The latter person's gut feeling may be strong and they're confident it's always correct, when in fact it's only correct 4 out of 5 times, while they're completely blind to the nuances to pick up on that last 1/5. The thing is, 4/5 is as good as 100% to them and you can get through life without ever having to learn how little you knew. You see these types at the bottom of the pyramid in more or less organized crime.
I was at a bar and grill in Kansas city getting something to eat . Something about the bartender didn't seem right . Then 2 guys came in together but one sat 2 stools to my right and the other 2 stools to my left , sketchy as hell . I immediately hid the steak knife in my coat sleeve, paid and left . I know that if I had stayed it would have gone bad for me . Situational awareness will always get you out if trouble .
Getting shot dead. Gave going over to a party a miss due and unexplainable bad vibe I couldn’t understand but also couldn’t shake. Guy arrives screaming and shouting my name and about me trying to get with his woman. Jumps over the back fence in a rage and runs around a large empty field emptying a 38 special randomly into the air. Also, Dr Phillips is one of the best instructors I have come across since his teaching goes beyond technique and deep into behaviour and the mental components
Our instincts are there for a reason and are the reason we've survived as a species, avoiding situations that other animals would enter. The problem is that people now ignore or totally deny their instinctive reactions to situations because they don't want to appear "rude" or think that bad things can happen in the more "sophisticated" levels of our society. If more people would "listen to their gut" a lot fewer people would end up victims of everything from robbery to assault to rape. "I should have known better..." I had a feeling but I ignored it..." are the common responses when people are interviewed by the police (and their friends) after a crime, violent act, etc.. Don't ignore your surroundings, get your head out of your phone when you're moving through public spaces. Elevators, busses/trains, city streets, parks, parking lots, even public restrooms... All are prime spots for predators who are just waiting for unaware, unsuspecting people to come wandering by. Someone asks you what time it is, it's to put you off guard and visually distracted. What you *should* do is immediately give a quick look over your shoulder to see who's moved into your blind spot while simultaneously keeping tabs on the "asker," making sure he's not coming any closer. It sounds like a lot but it just takes a fraction of a moment to do and can save your life. Lots of people get into bad situations because they dismiss their feelings as just being "paranoid" from watching too many movies... Movie directors use these scenarios and situations because it's true. People in "modern society" have stopped listening to their gut, recognizing warning signs, etc., etc.. I'm not saying people should suddenly *become* paranoid, just to A, be aware of their surroundings and who's around them and... B, Listen to their little voices and sudden feelings of alert,something being wrong, etc.. It's just as likely there's something actually wrong as it is their being "paranoid." Bad guys thrive on people who ignore their surroundings and what's going on around them, who's beside them in an elevator, bar, hotel lobby, etc. The "cure" is easy enough. Look up, away from the phone and see what's coming ahead of you. Cross the street frequently (if you're walking several blocks), even if you don't "think" anyone's following you. People are counting on your being polite and helpful when they "ask the time" or "drop their change" on the subway, distracting you while your purse or computer, etc. are suddenly missing when you to return/sit back up in your seat. These things are usually run in pairs.
Thank you so much . I love what you do in your channel and this includes all martial artists that learn how to defend themselves it's very important the difference between a dojo and a street Street situations
Recognizing stress and the changing stress levels in people is important in my work. I engage with people who are avoiding engagement. Should I persevere, change tactics, delay, postpone, abandon? It hasn't failed me yet.
Hey, you got a cigarette ? I fell for that once in a parking lot of my local bar . I woke up seconds later crawling to my truck a few feet away and wound up kicking 2 or 3 guys asses before I got out. One was a little teen shit. Lucky I was wearing steel toes straight from work to watch Lakers playoff game. I used those steely docs to their full potential.
When outdoor i always pay attention people around me . I scan with my eyes around me when people walking my way. If they in same line i move away. I look at their behaviour what they carry around. I also carefully choice places i go or where i walk. Same time been wrong place wrong time you get into conflict. I see alot of people walking lockdown staaring at their smart with no awareness with is going around them. I think this channel useful information it maybe one day safe your life or love ones. 4 sure it helps these useful videos will help you stay safe 👍
Love the videos and info. is there any way Mike can move his mic? It would be nice to see both people clearly, and it's pretty distracting. constructive criticism out of love. maybe it's the space or specific choice, though. anyway I wanted to mention it because otherwise they're great videos
How do gut instincts deal with cultural bias? there is no concept of 'personal space' in some areas around the world (Latin America for instance) or 'staring is wrong' (some eastern European countries). A number of times immigrants from these areas might be frame as ' creppy' in UK or north america , when all it happen was they were trying to ask what time the bar close
Hi, you guys have great content. I really think your contents are essential of self defence. Would you explain (I know thats not kind of yours business, but maybe you can find an expert and explain how) how we can defend ourselves against stray dogs or wild animals in city or country. Yes humankind is worst kind of animal but we can find ourselves in terrible situations in nature or urban. Thank you for everything.
Great idea for a video, but we would have to get an expert to discuss defending yourself against a dog attack. Feasible question as a lot of organised gangs use dogs as weapons. Leave it with us. Thank you for watching.
@@fightscience You're very welcome, I think this channel is the best self defence channel on RUclips and I see you will take it another level. Content is great, feedback is great, you guys are so sincere like a brother. I hope many people will see you and learn how to defend theirselves. Thank for feedback.
As a male, any male stranger who comes anywhere near me when he doesn't have to, ...generally... is looking for a fight 50 percent of the time, especially in the bars
I have had many of these instincts and they have helped me. I think it almost happens on a spiritual level. Like the holy spirit delivering us from evil. It's almost like your spirit can feel if there's evil around you and warns your body.
Your true “gut” instinct is never wrong. The only times in my life where l screwed up was not listing to it. Expect the unexpected, but never live in fear or distrust of everyone or everything.it takes many years of training to truly understand situational awareness, but staring with listing to your gut is the place to focus for those that don’t have the time in. To all the martial artists out there, you need to be a shepherd in this society. People are weaker and predators more prevalent. Find courage to protect the prey.
I relate so much to the point about the atmosphere. When I was working in a pub myself you could sometimes feel that horrible atmosphere when you walk in, or sometimes the scales tip a little later on. You could usually tell at around 7 whether you were getting a kick off or not. 😂
With people, I also think a big giveaway is how people move and what their motivation is. On the streets, if I can't understand quickly why someone is doing what they're doing (e.g waiting for a bus) I'm immediately suspicious. Often dangerous people are just loitering with no purpose.
My neighbourhood has it's share of violent crime, plenty of stabbing deaths particularly, Not to mention some sketchy individuals given it is a low to medium income area. It is very crucial to be aware of your surroundings at anytime of day. I have been able to avoid situations where people have been trying to start problems, By being aware of them and keeping distance also they will not try anything if they know you are aware and not going to put up with them.
I once passed a guy sitting at a bus stop, after I walked past him he got up and started following me or at least walking in the same direction, I seemed to sense he was behind me because I don’t remember hearing any noises. I said what’s up mate, he walked up pretty close and then he said a couple of things which I can’t remember but what I do remember is he offered me a drink, he had been to the bottle shop and had cans of some type of alcohol in the bag. I just remember getting a strange gut feeling like he was just trying to draw me in close, I said Nar mate I don’t drink, he didn’t like that and started moving closer, I knew if he got any closer he would be close enough to launch an attack and I know a thing or two about striking distance, at this point I just ran and he then started calling me a bitch or something like that, I didn’t care cause this guy was 7 foot tall, covered in tattoos and had a vibe about him like he’d just got out of prison and I do live in an area where all the crims get dumped when they get out of prison. That’s what a cop once told me. Anyway, anyway, always follow your gut, it will keep you safe. Peace out ✌️
Bit stressy sometimes, but I'm more or less always aware of my surroundings... E.g. when we're sitting on a terrace for a drink and my wife's purse is in reach I literrally scan everyone who's approaching. Same on the street in a to me unfamiliar place. It takes some toll but I've never been surprised so far.
What a creep that first guy was. That woman was totally oblivious. If any woman gets into an elevator with strange man, she should always position herself so that he's at least to the side of her, within the line of sight. No way should she have her back to him.
I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand yeah they should be paid attention to but on the other hand, a big guy on street is not always a threat. I'm a big guy and usually smaller ppl get away from me and I don't even notice them Another point is diff cultures. I found alot of cultures have much smaller bubbles. And ppl generally know I'm american by my bubble.
I once ignored my gut instinct when I knew I should have walked around the gang of lads hanging out in the town center mall after hours and because it would have made me late to meet my girlfriend I made the mistake of walking past them and I heard running behind me after I had passed them and I looked back to see a blue coat grab me and pull me to the ground and kick the back of my head and neck in. I counted the white flashes while it was happening to me and it was about 6 or 7 kicks. I was wobbling when I got up and couldn't stand up straight and the guy said I should get out of there before I really got hurt. I ended up having to wear a neck brace for aonth I had my meta something or other muscle torn which to this day causes a click noise and white blinding flash if I move my head a certain way even 30yrs later. I knew it was going to happen but tried to tell myself I was over reacting. That's England for you. Fucking cesspit of a country.
if i feel uneasy about a situation I blade off in the direction i feel the pressure. its not exactly a de escalation move but it also serves as a warning to those that dont mean any harm that im not friendly. to those that do mean harm im tell'em im ready and they shoudl select another target. its not gonna makle me any friends, but i aint never been robbed. or caught unawares.
About the places, yeah, I usually say I feel like I could cut the air with a knife because it's so dense and oppressive before violence erupts. About people, I train Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu and have an automated response so slightly raise my hand in direction to someone who is coming to close even with excuses like asking the time, etc. I usually do so openly smiling to avoid actually causing a hostile situation in case they are in a bad mood, intoxicated, etc.
Quick story about following your gut or instincts; I went hiking with a ex-roommate, deep into the mountains of Montana. They're from Texas and I am from France, with dual citizenship. Of course, the combination was already out of the ordinary, based on where we are from. Anyhow, as we were hiking, there was a sign that stated "BEAR FREQUENTING AREA!" Yet, we were deepening our steps, towards the sign, which lead to a Forrest. I instantly said "Neh, I'm not going in there due to the sign." The ex-roommate began to make sly-comments about me being afraid, instead of saying something along the lines of "Oh, okay. I understand. If you are not ready then maybe another time." I was just exuding intelligence, based on my low-level of how bears operate. At this time, I knew very little of the nature Bears. While the ex-roommate kept pointing out that I was afraid, which was not the point, yet also another red flag. All in all, after that, I knew I should not interact with this person anymore! Which I already can tell, but I ignored that instinct, a little after we met and still proceeded to hang out with them a bit more. But that hiking incident was the one where I said "Neh, I'm not hanging out with this person after today." To conclude, this genius went out to hike on their own and had a devastating attack with a God like Grizzly Mama Bear. People, follow your instincts. Even Spiderman does.
As always love the content, very informative. Something that needs highlighting - and putting into the mix if you are serious about analyzing this stuff - is that people who are on any areas of the autistic spectrums find it very difficult to judge things like personal space and other "usual" social cues. There are many instances of these folks getting in hot water because of a misunderstanding based on their inability to read situations....
Yes this is a very good point. Worthy of discussion as it's very difficult to see (from personal characteristics) if someone is Autistic. Of course this will have a major impact on assessment of their behaviour. Thanks for bringing this up.
Gut instinct and personal space are probably the two biggest reasons I've only been in 2 physical confrontations in 42 years. As I once heard in a movie, "He who fights and runs away...lives to run away another day."
Let your guts carry your feet! Sometimes one thing is enough, other times a series of small things. If your not looking, listening, you may not see it. Its easy to miss something your not looking for!
Staying aware is a challenge in this busy world when we are navigating and negotiating our daily lives. What exercises do you use to practice tuning in to your instincts? - Jack
Our instincts are almost like a stripped down version of "Eagle Sense/Vision". But, you won't be tagging enemy's with a red hue and "Neutral" threats with another colour. But, I am pretty sure you can get better at situational awareness. Cooler yet, everyone has it, not just Assassin's with large amounts of "Isu DNA" which sadly means no fantasy stuff like seeing threats through walls. Or other cool things from the series.
When i was living in south central watch the time one.. they know you don’t have a 9 if you show you them your empty hands to look at your watch or even worse phone to steal
How do you feel about after giving yourself some room to give yourself your personal space back and just prior to standing your ground to almost sucker them into a defensive attack of your own. Almost like launching my head into the soft spot on their face and then make my get away. Giving them a false sense of security before you end it. Id have my hands at my side, non aggressive stance just prior to switching to a strong base and time it perfectly?? I just try to imagine myself in these situations just like I would do in positive things like a penalty kick or a full count and bottom of the 9th type situations
I’m a bit crazy in those situations. When I feel like someone is about to cause trouble I purposely lean in to it, telling him indirectly to Try Me. I do that only in London as you have a lot of delusional people of grandeur here who overestimate themselves all the time. I love the moment they realise that I alone al capable of much more havoc than they all combined
I spotted one od my enemies in a shop, when i went out i had a feeling to not go left, so i went right around the building and there were 3 guys waiting for me around the corner that i didnt choose to go by
If we are using physical indicators to detect the possible threat. Why is it called intuition? in·tu·i·tion /ˌint(y)o͞oˈiSH(ə)n/ noun the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning. "we shall allow our intuition to guide us"
when someone walks to close behind, i can feel it, and automatically i turn around and i give them that evil look, letting them know that im ready on what ever you trying to pull off i hated when people walk to close behind me or beside me dont come close to my personal space 😠
Never ignore your gut instincts. Always protect and defend your physical and verbal space. Expect the unexpected and be prepared to act when your space is violated. Act quickly to get away; use extreme violence if needed. There are no rules on the streets!
You should always avoid big silent dudes if they are wearing a hockey mask, despite a lack of any hocky rink or frozen lake in the area. Extra precaution if you can't see any hockey stick in his hands, just a rusty machete. Might be totally harmless or a machete wielding serial killer. Push a friend right at him and observe the outcome. If you spot a clown standing by the side of the road in the middle of the night, turn around! Or run him down, and then run away. Make sure it is a clown and not a mime, those are both harmless and endangered all over the world. If the mime is talking to you and laughing, it NOT a mime, but rather a clown! So run him down, better to be safe than sorry? Worst case scenario it's a juggalo and you've done the world a favor.
As has already been mentioned, please check out Gavin de Becker’s The Gift of Fear. Absolutely critical information about not ignoring our primal instincts.
Interesting, I had a tenant who lived behind my house in a granny flat. He frequently crossed boundaries, came into my personal space but only when I had female visitors. I threatened him several times on the consequences of his bad behaviour if he kept inserting himself into my life. I eventually had to evict the guy and I know now with the benefit of hindsight that this guy was definitely a predator.
What about in verbal defense situations? This may sound funny but psychological warfare can also be damaging, and it can lead to a physical confrontation. What if your gut is telling you, this guy/girl sounds intelligent but actually just has some big axe to grind? They aren't a trustworthy person.
I don't ever trust people. In addition, I'm highly intuitive and am also an empath. Have had experiences with presences and witnessed objects moving just 3 feet away from me.
What trouble have your gut instincts saved you from?
Multiple times where I suspected a club patron wanted to sucker punch me for calmly and gently enforcing house rules. Never caught a shot on the clock
@@theburns9008 happy to hear that your instincts and experience have kept you safe in what can be a really unsafe environment. - Jack
Many times as a law enforcement officer, gut reaction, instincts, saved me from assault, violence, also helped me to identify preflight behaviors. If something didn't pass the smell test so to speak, it was time to pay very close attention. Of course experience played a part.
@@fightscience Thank you for sharing your experience to help keep us safe! Yours are some of my favourite videos
Bruce lees book explaining how to properly walk on streets that have dark spots. I grew up in a bad neighborhood.
I never ignore my instincts anymore because every time I did I was proven wrong and my instincts right. So we have this divine radar that we take for granted. I can even sense when you're staring at me when I'm not looking.
Isn't it amazing the gifts that nature has given us? Even more incredible is how often people will choose to betray their instincts, instead believing that they are being foolish by 'over-worrying', all the meanwhile searching for answers from technology, instead of listening to the voice within. - Jack
@@fightscience I've also noticed that looking people dead in the eye renders them almost incapable of deceiving you and I think it often makes them change their mind if they had ill intentions towards you. But I always look for the safest place in an aria where I can see the most people from and I look them all in the eye. There are things inside us that we don't really have to understand just trust them! Nothing is really hidden in this world!
"divine radar". I like that.
It’s God given man. Stay safe out there.
ok
He said he had worked in a bar for years and because of that he can tell when "things have changed". It made him better at reading a room and people. This is absolutely true. Bartenders can read people, situations, rooms better than a vast majority of the population. No doubt..
YEAHH.I used to Run a Motorcycle ROCK Bar.. Cool Social Experience.. No Doormen.. 💪🏻. Just Me And My Guardian Angels.🙏. Born 1954..The Year of Legends 😂👍
Absolutely I was a bouncer and we stood higher than most I could literally see the crowds wave change direction and I knew a fight was about to break its mind blowing shit
Keep relaxed and alert. You can't pay FULL attention to your environment if you're tense or worried. There are studies from the Herat Science Institute that have measured the Emotional Intelligence (there are literally neurons in the heart), aka gut instinct, when one is at peace is easier to recognize what this intelligence is saying. There is a magnetic field that spreads out several feet from the heart that interacts with other fields - those of you who are familiar with Chi-Kung/Qu Gong meditation exercises may have heard this - it is through this interaction that one can "read" another person intent. There are also the social queues, is the guy fidgety, the look in the eyes as well as condition (is he high or drunk), the tone of voice (maybe he's whispering trying to get you to come closer, or maybe shaky/nervous from the adrenaline rush). I am a people watcher by nature so I had a chance to refine all of these for myself, plus the unpleasant experience of being held up at gunpoint on a few occasions, it was through these experiences that I can now recognize my own "spidey sense" and trust it.
🙏 Successful Training to everyone here. 🙏
#FightBoss
😋 HEART Science Institute - lol unable to edit 🙃
Great insight! Thanks for sharing it with us Ho Se Huang. Very interesting to hear about the studies conducted by the Heart Science Institute. We often fool ourselves into believing that we are not equipped with phenomenal power by our very nature, instead choosing to believe that we are somehow removed from the energies that surround us in our world. Stay tuned, stay trained. - Jack
@@fightscience Thank you Cifu. I believe Master Yoda said it best: "Luminous beings are we. Not this crude flesh". 🤣
As Martial Artist it is in our best interest to study and understand the body not only as a weapon, but also as a tool, a vessel through which we can embody and express the highest Ideals of what a Human Being really is. To understand and cultivate one's self is the essence of the tao 道 🙏🏼
You have no experience here lol. Everything is easy when you put it into words.
Because when shit goes down you cannot control your nerves. That comes with repetition and being in that energy often. You can tell yourself to do one thing- but when it goes down- everything is instinct
If anyone from a group asks you for the time, they are sizing you up for an attack, pure and simple.
Yep no way that none of them have a phone or watch
Tell em "yeah I know what f*ckin time it is! Do you?!"
@@Alpha_zone84
'from a group'
@@Alpha_zone84 You wouldn’t ask someone from your group? You’d ask a stranger first? Nothing suspicious about that.
@@Alpha_zone84 can you not read? Why would you ask a stranger for the time, when you're in a group? Why not ask someone from the group?
As a solo female traveller, my instinct saved me from many creeps approaching me and invading my personal space once they spott me as a foreigner, asking about directions or something very obvious like time.
maybe the just were making excuses to talk to you? doesn't mean they are creeps
Where did you travel womens should be legal to have guns in India
As a Female Sex Tourist, you have to be specially careful. Mostly in Latin countries can get very dangerous. In Africa as well.
@@Jupiter_9911 what is a sex tourist?
@@rickywoods3101 yeah and this way of thinking has caused the loss of many lives, we were not in her shoes so we have no right to talk or even invalidate their gut feelings
Situational awareness, presense of mind, quick physical reactions or reflexes, mental strength or toughness, composure, self-confidence, resourcefulness, the will or the instinct to fight back and defend yourself, and your self-defense skills and techniques that you've spent long periods of time practicing and training, can drastically increase your chances of surviving possibly violent encounters or self-defense situations. One more important thing, always trust in your instinct or intuition.
Another Golden Rule is to stay away from booze, drugs and people and places where they are used.....................Bless..............
I've never really been in a fight. The real ones I've witnessed seems to employ the following- unleash violent action quickly. It's both a use of force and a tactic for instilling shock and basically paralysing someone of someones into in-action. Like a guy surrounded getting knocked down to be stomped to death. Krav Maga shows us to kick for all were worth and defend as we wriggle and rotate all the time kicking as can safely come back to our feet.
Geoff Thompson said in his book `3 second fighter`, don`t let a stranger enter your personal space! Put out your hand to create your fence, if they aren`t happy with that its their problem, I think.
that book changed my life everyone should own a copy of it
Geoff Thompson had some good advice for all sorts of different aspects of life
The older I have gotten the more I have learned that my instincts are never wrong.
Here, Here!
Totally agree!
P.S. I like your name..
I have told so many young girls this! I tell them that feeling is there for a reason. Listen to it!
Same
The worse type of humans are the ones who put themselves in a position of trust and get into the personal space of the vulnerable so they can act out their sick desires...🤬
Thanks for sharing Sifu and Jack🙏🏽
Amen @HMR73 but knowing that these kinds of people exist and walk among us is exactly why we have to stay trained and stay attuned to our instincts. Thank you for the great feedback. - Jack
Oh yeah and ya have to be suspicious all the time
Like the cops🤔
Over 3 years ago I had an issue in my flats, a bloke chased me, long story as to why this happened but it was weird cos my gut was sending out a voice to my head "Get out fast now" over and over, he came after me and I fled narrowly escaping a flogging............I am para to go and chat to girls after watching this, I already cross the road at night away from lone women to make girls feel safe and not feel like a strange person............Good video............Thanks and Blessings............
As someone who suffers from an anxiety disorder, this can actually be quite difficult at times. See, I get this kind of gut feeling that something's wrong and I'm in danger basically at all times around people, even people I've known most of my life, so it can be a real challenge to try to separate what I'm experiencing as a result of the mental illness vs what is a genuine gut feeling I should heed. What helps is to try to rely more on thinking than feeling. I'm by default suspicious of all people at all times, so if I'm approached, it's helpful to think about the context like you were saying, like why would this person be approaching me right now, does that makes sense, where am I, etc.
I had a really strange experience some time ago where I was out walking around my neighborhood around say 3am or so, it's something I often do when I'm feeling restless or anxious, gets energy out and the cool night air can help with anxiety. But this one time, I see this guy walking on the block ahead of me as a I pass an intersection, I notice that he's got a very abnormal stride, kind of drunk-looking, and I decide to turn around and take another route, but about 5 seconds after I've turned away to take another path at the intersection, I turn my head and realize he's right on me, moving up and standing just feet away, asking me what I'm doing, clearly either very drunk or very high. I'm at this point fearing for my life, as I know for a fact I can't defend myself effectively, so I'm trying to decide if I should stand and try to defuse the situation or turn and run, possibly inciting him to chase me. I make sure to remain facing him and slowly back up as I tell him I'm just out for a stroll and don't want any trouble, but he continues staying very close as I try to back away, being very insistent.
And it was right at that very moment that some police drive by and notice the situation, so they stop and get out, then proceed to tell him to sit down on the curb. The drunk guy starts vehemently insisting to the cops that we know each other and that we're just hanging out, which I of course deny because I had never seen the man in my life. They ask me a couple questions, basically asking if he touched me or tried to take anything from me, I told them no, gave my name and address, and they sent me on my way.
I was actually afraid to so much as leave my house at night for maybe a month after all that. But part of me wonders if he really was just really high and didn't have a good sense of personal space, like perhaps he didn't mean me any harm. Though if he did, I got very lucky with the police showing up when they did.
Being Paranoid ig.
Well as he explained, you have to observe body language closely. This way you can separate genuine gut feelings from those which are a result of your anxiety.
You did well by constantly maintaining a distance from that guy.👍
Also, if you have a close friend, call them in such situations and talk to them anything till you go back to home safely.
Any one that closes the distance to less than 4 feet is a threat, and should provoke highest level of anxiety. Trust equals victim in this world.
"Uncle Joe, is that you"
C’mon man
Yes my son. It's me.
Damn it! You beat me to it! Great comment!
"If you don't have a gut instinct, you ain't black"
@@oliverbanter1865 not true
I enjoy watching these videos.i 've had boxing and martial Arts training before, but your videos add the psychology in. I'm 55, and in this world now anything can go. Lawlessness increases daily. Keep up the good work mates!
Yes, I agree.
"Gut instincts". These date back since the beginning of time and are real. I don't ignore them.
Excellent series and very helpful, l never liked someone walking just a little slower than you in the blind spot but close enough to strike, l will stop sometimes and let them go. Nothing has come of it yet but it is a red flag for me. Thanks guru.
Thanks for the great comment Steve. Glad to hear that you're enjoying this format of our content. If nothing has come of it yet, then you're trusting your instincts and keeping yourself safe. - Jack
I dm u a video to breakdown
'Vibrations' don't lie...I can look at a man or woman and in a nano second I can get validation of their 'danger level'. At 65 y/o I've damn well perfected it.
@MegaSkilla I'm not you.
It's so easy for someone to be unaware of their surrounding with the constant use of mobile devices. Retraining yourself to pay attention to what's going on around you, by understanding when it' might be inappropriate to become immersed in your device. A video on this subject might be good for those would be victims of this behavior.
Hey Doc , that "Hey bro you got the time..?" I grew up in Hawaii and I'm not proud of this but it was what I did(1 of many things I've got to answer for) but that was the phrase we used to 1) get them focused on something other than me.2) get them looking away. 3) well you see where I'm going with this... DO NOT LET ANYBODY IN YOUR PERSONAL SPACE. And this day and age..its sad but true ,TRUST NO ONE.
Thanks for these videos, recently came across them and they are completely eye opening. I thought I would be okay in a confrontation (having years of kickboxing training), but now, I question that, which is useful. Thank you :)
Happy to hear that you are finding value in the videos, thank you for taking the time to comment. Training will undoubtedly better prepare you, but we shouldn't ever allow ourselves to assume we will 'be fine', that's when we will find ourselves in the worst trouble. Is there something in particular that you'd like Mark to cover in an upcoming video? - Jack
@@fightscience yes, the fight flight freeze fold responses, I'm particularly interested in freeze and fold as I've experienced it, I know everyone is susceptible to it and overwhelm is a factor but I'm interested in your opinion on it
Being from the “Hood”!! I learned body language and gut Instincts early in life!! I speak to almost everyone I say Hello whts up or Greet ppl with positive vibes just to check their temperature 🤒 💪🏾💯
Hey Dr. Mark I always trust my inside voice. It’s never failed me in my job and in self defense. Also I feel you shouldn’t feel bad about being rude to someone you feel that’s a bit off. IMO. All the best.
Read "The Gift of Fear" by Gavin deBecker. Great book.
Excellent call, I was thinking the same thing. Every parent should make that book required reading for their daughters and sons.
In Cincinnati a couple of years ago, a woman approached a man and asked for the time, it was a set up! Three or four others jumped him while he was distracted and severely beat him. Possibly a gang initiation. The guy was interviewed and did not want to show his face for fear of reprisals. Sad 😞
I was driving the family at night on the interstate and stopped for gas. While fueling I went around the back of the gas station to the restroom. It was dreary and three young men were about 30 feet from the bathroom door talking. Made me nervous. My response was to turn around and go back to car but I had my 9mm on me so I grasped it, went and did my business, opened the door slowly to leave, gun in hand and they were still minding their own business so I was fine and left. Had I not had the firearm, I would have immediately returned to the car.
Wow you mean business!! 😳 wouldn't want to be close to hat washroom door when you exit.
@@channi58 queueing for piss when BLAMMO!!
So basically what you’re saying is your gut instinct was completely wrong and nothing happened whatsoever other than you took a whiz. Cool story. Good job one of the guys didn’t want to use the rest room after you and was waiting outside for you to finish. If you really felt they were a threat you should have avoided them in the first place not felt brave because you had a gun. So what would you have done if they had approached you? Shot one or all of them? Still you got to feel like Dirty Harry for a bit, definitely one to tell the grandchildren.
He was prepared for a possible altercation in which he would've been outnumbered. He reacted appropriately. He didn't flash or present his firearm. He simply positioned himself to draw his weapon if necessary. Given the location and it being dark outside,he was smart in his action.
@@brandonterrazas9079 oh dear. Read it again. He recognised the threat and could have simply avoided it. He says himself if he hadn’t had the gun he would have immediately returned to the car. He felt brave because he had a gun and deliberately placed himself in a dangerous situation. You say he didn’t flash his gun - read it again. He “grasped” his gun when he walked to the restroom then clearly states he opened the door “gun in hand”. My whole point was he needlessly put himself and potentially others in danger purely because he had a gun. The gun should be a last resort in defence of himself or others when there is no other option. He had a better option to leave when he first saw the 3 guys and not put himself on offer. He couldn’t be more explicit: he did what he did because he had a gun. As you point out it was dark (not sure what he means by dreary), he was outnumbered. He saw three but there could have been others he hadn’t seen (plus one rule) he went into the restroom losing the tactical advantage (limited space, no other exits, easily ambushed). What if they all had guns too? Is he good enough to drop all 3 especially if he was ambushed coming out? Would he be able to kill if needs be? And live with the consequences? As Mike Tyson said; “Everyone has a plan ‘till they get punched in the face.” I would suggest just “having a gun” is not a plan. If anyone thinks carrying a gun solves all their problems then they’re going to have a very rude awakening. Stay safe.
I'm glad you pointed out the asking for the time thing, most of the street scuffles I've been in started out with them asking me if I knew what time it was. Fortunately, I did! I told them it was 12:00 and I kicked at 6:oo!
They don't want to know the time of day, they want to know if you're a victim!
"Would you do me a favor?", "Can I ask you a question?"
You want a lighter?
bang on the nose.
My friend did just want a lighter for his cigarette and the dud did just that. Man, some times it's just too weird to belive.
Thanks for this.... and thanks for reminder that it is also the perpertrators of crime that are watching these for idea....
Situation awareness is paramount.
Great channel ! I have been sharing with friends and family ! Big hellow to England !
Gut instinct or intuition has always been an interesting subject to me, but never 100% clear. For instance, I've met people who are scared very fast and going with their gut instinct they'd avoid almost any and every place and person they go to. It's safe, but it can be up to the point of paranoia. Ask your local bouncer or experienced police officer or whatever and their gut instinct will be different. Because their gut instinct will have a large base of experience to draw from. It's a balance between the two I think. But in most of the cases, better safe than sorry.
Very good points and you're absolutely right; it's *not* clear. And your intuition isn't always right. Some people are also very skilled specifically at invoking trust or positive emotions in you, and to pick up on that your intuition has to be on a meta level above "gut feeling". The gist of the matter is the success rate of your intuition correlates with how well you know yourself, how much experience you have (i.e. how well you know people on general level), and how much you learn from those experiences and integrate them into your knowledgebase. You can have great senses and perception and be a fast learner, but not much experience, and still be wiser than someone with lots of experience but without a concept for what they've experienced. The latter person's gut feeling may be strong and they're confident it's always correct, when in fact it's only correct 4 out of 5 times, while they're completely blind to the nuances to pick up on that last 1/5. The thing is, 4/5 is as good as 100% to them and you can get through life without ever having to learn how little you knew. You see these types at the bottom of the pyramid in more or less organized crime.
I was at a bar and grill in Kansas city getting something to eat . Something about the bartender didn't seem right . Then 2 guys came in together but one sat 2 stools to my right and the other 2 stools to my left , sketchy as hell . I immediately hid the steak knife in my coat sleeve, paid and left . I know that if I had stayed it would have gone bad for me . Situational awareness will always get you out if trouble .
These psychological videos are Very insightful, thanks , more of these please...
Getting shot dead. Gave going over to a party a miss due and unexplainable bad vibe I couldn’t understand but also couldn’t shake. Guy arrives screaming and shouting my name and about me trying to get with his woman. Jumps over the back fence in a rage and runs around a large empty field emptying a 38 special randomly into the air. Also, Dr Phillips is one of the best instructors I have come across since his teaching goes beyond technique and deep into behaviour and the mental components
Our instincts are there for a reason and are the reason we've survived as a species, avoiding situations that other animals would enter.
The problem is that people now ignore or totally deny their instinctive reactions to situations because they don't want to appear "rude" or think that bad things can happen in the more "sophisticated" levels of our society.
If more people would "listen to their gut" a lot fewer people would end up victims of everything from robbery to assault to rape.
"I should have known better..." I had a feeling but I ignored it..." are the common responses when people are interviewed by the police (and their friends) after a crime, violent act, etc..
Don't ignore your surroundings, get your head out of your phone when you're moving through public spaces.
Elevators, busses/trains, city streets, parks, parking lots, even public restrooms... All are prime spots for predators who are just waiting for unaware, unsuspecting people to come wandering by. Someone asks you what time it is, it's to put you off guard and visually distracted. What you *should* do is immediately give a quick look over your shoulder to see who's moved into your blind spot while simultaneously keeping tabs on the "asker," making sure he's not coming any closer. It sounds like a lot but it just takes a fraction of a moment to do and can save your life.
Lots of people get into bad situations because they dismiss their feelings as just being "paranoid" from watching too many movies... Movie directors use these scenarios and situations because it's true. People in "modern society" have stopped listening to their gut, recognizing warning signs, etc., etc..
I'm not saying people should suddenly *become* paranoid, just to A, be aware of their surroundings and who's around them and...
B, Listen to their little voices and sudden feelings of alert,something being wrong, etc..
It's just as likely there's something actually wrong as it is their being "paranoid." Bad guys thrive on people who ignore their surroundings and what's going on around them, who's beside them in an elevator, bar, hotel lobby, etc.
The "cure" is easy enough. Look up, away from the phone and see what's coming ahead of you.
Cross the street frequently (if you're walking several blocks), even if you don't "think" anyone's following you. People are counting on your being polite and helpful when they "ask the time" or "drop their change" on the subway, distracting you while your purse or computer, etc. are suddenly missing when you to return/sit back up in your seat. These things are usually run in pairs.
smiling lord back at it again......... love from India :)
Lord of the smile! This is a great nickname haha. Thanks for the kind feedback Krishna, happy to know you are watching over in India. - Jack
@@fightscience I'm from india too, sir 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
These new style videos are excellent. Your partner has great insight too
I love your videos can you please make video on techniques how to be composed and calm in verbal confrontation please
Thank you so much . I love what you do in your channel and this includes all martial artists that learn how to defend themselves it's very important the difference between a dojo and a street Street situations
Recognizing stress and the changing stress levels in people is important in my work. I engage with people who are avoiding engagement. Should I persevere, change tactics, delay, postpone, abandon? It hasn't failed me yet.
Hey, you got a cigarette ? I fell for that once in a parking lot of my local bar . I woke up seconds later crawling to my truck a few feet away and wound up kicking 2 or 3 guys asses before I got out. One was a little teen shit. Lucky I was wearing steel toes straight from work to watch Lakers playoff game. I used those steely docs to their full potential.
When outdoor i always pay attention people around me . I scan with my eyes around me when people walking my way. If they in same line i move away. I look at their behaviour what they carry around. I also carefully choice places i go or where i walk. Same time been wrong place wrong time you get into conflict. I see alot of people walking lockdown staaring at their smart with no awareness with is going around them. I think this channel useful information it maybe one day safe your life or love ones. 4 sure it helps these useful videos will help you stay safe 👍
got excited when i saw that you uploaded
Love the videos and info. is there any way Mike can move his mic? It would be nice to see both people clearly, and it's pretty distracting. constructive criticism out of love. maybe it's the space or specific choice, though. anyway I wanted to mention it because otherwise they're great videos
How do gut instincts deal with cultural bias? there is no concept of 'personal space' in some areas around the world (Latin America for instance) or 'staring is wrong' (some eastern European countries). A number of times immigrants from these areas might be frame as ' creppy' in UK or north america , when all it happen was they were trying to ask what time the bar close
Hi, you guys have great content. I really think your contents are essential of self defence. Would you explain (I know thats not kind of yours business, but maybe you can find an expert and explain how) how we can defend ourselves against stray dogs or wild animals in city or country. Yes humankind is worst kind of animal but we can find ourselves in terrible situations in nature or urban. Thank you for everything.
Great idea for a video, but we would have to get an expert to discuss defending yourself against a dog attack. Feasible question as a lot of organised gangs use dogs as weapons. Leave it with us. Thank you for watching.
@@fightscience You're very welcome, I think this channel is the best self defence channel on RUclips and I see you will take it another level. Content is great, feedback is great, you guys are so sincere like a brother. I hope many people will see you and learn how to defend theirselves. Thank for feedback.
Welcome back 😍
As a male, any male stranger who comes anywhere near me when he doesn't have to, ...generally... is looking for a fight 50 percent of the time, especially in the bars
Mr fight science you offer a valuable community service please keep it up and more martial arts please coz you move so fluid 👍👍👍👍👍
I have had many of these instincts and they have helped me. I think it almost happens on a spiritual level. Like the holy spirit delivering us from evil. It's almost like your spirit can feel if there's evil around you and warns your body.
Your true “gut” instinct is never wrong. The only times in my life where l screwed up was not listing to it. Expect the unexpected, but never live in fear or distrust of everyone or everything.it takes many years of training to truly understand situational awareness, but staring with listing to your gut is the place to focus for those that don’t have the time in. To all the martial artists out there, you need to be a shepherd in this society. People are weaker and predators more prevalent. Find courage to protect the prey.
I relate so much to the point about the atmosphere. When I was working in a pub myself you could sometimes feel that horrible atmosphere when you walk in, or sometimes the scales tip a little later on. You could usually tell at around 7 whether you were getting a kick off or not. 😂
I think it's really important that people read a book called The Definitive Book of Body Language by Allan & Barbara Pease :)
Great video, as always!
Planning. I do a Web search. Maps, bus and train times local events.
This also helps with time compression.
With people, I also think a big giveaway is how people move and what their motivation is. On the streets, if I can't understand quickly why someone is doing what they're doing (e.g waiting for a bus) I'm immediately suspicious. Often dangerous people are just loitering with no purpose.
A friend of mine from the prison service could spot a kick of so far ahead of it happening his nickname was 'Spidey'.
Personal space definitely my number one
My neighbourhood has it's share of violent crime, plenty of stabbing deaths particularly, Not to mention some sketchy individuals given it is a low to medium income area. It is very crucial to be aware of your surroundings at anytime of day. I have been able to avoid situations where people have been trying to start problems, By being aware of them and keeping distance also they will not try anything if they know you are aware and not going to put up with them.
I once passed a guy sitting at a bus stop, after I walked past him he got up and started following me or at least walking in the same direction, I seemed to sense he was behind me because I don’t remember hearing any noises. I said what’s up mate, he walked up pretty close and then he said a couple of things which I can’t remember but what I do remember is he offered me a drink, he had been to the bottle shop and had cans of some type of alcohol in the bag. I just remember getting a strange gut feeling like he was just trying to draw me in close, I said Nar mate I don’t drink, he didn’t like that and started moving closer, I knew if he got any closer he would be close enough to launch an attack and I know a thing or two about striking distance, at this point I just ran and he then started calling me a bitch or something like that, I didn’t care cause this guy was 7 foot tall, covered in tattoos and had a vibe about him like he’d just got out of prison and I do live in an area where all the crims get dumped when they get out of prison. That’s what a cop once told me. Anyway, anyway, always follow your gut, it will keep you safe. Peace out ✌️
Bit stressy sometimes, but I'm more or less always aware of my surroundings... E.g. when we're sitting on a terrace for a drink and my wife's purse is in reach I literrally scan everyone who's approaching. Same on the street in a to me unfamiliar place. It takes some toll but I've never been surprised so far.
What a creep that first guy was. That woman was totally oblivious. If any woman gets into an elevator with strange man, she should always position herself so that he's at least to the side of her, within the line of sight. No way should she have her back to him.
I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand yeah they should be paid attention to but on the other hand, a big guy on street is not always a threat. I'm a big guy and usually smaller ppl get away from me and I don't even notice them
Another point is diff cultures. I found alot of cultures have much smaller bubbles. And ppl generally know I'm american by my bubble.
I once ignored my gut instinct when I knew I should have walked around the gang of lads hanging out in the town center mall after hours and because it would have made me late to meet my girlfriend I made the mistake of walking past them and I heard running behind me after I had passed them and I looked back to see a blue coat grab me and pull me to the ground and kick the back of my head and neck in. I counted the white flashes while it was happening to me and it was about 6 or 7 kicks. I was wobbling when I got up and couldn't stand up straight and the guy said I should get out of there before I really got hurt. I ended up having to wear a neck brace for aonth I had my meta something or other muscle torn which to this day causes a click noise and white blinding flash if I move my head a certain way even 30yrs later. I knew it was going to happen but tried to tell myself I was over reacting. That's England for you. Fucking cesspit of a country.
if i feel uneasy about a situation I blade off in the direction i feel the pressure. its not exactly a de escalation move but it also serves as a warning to those that dont mean any harm that im not friendly. to those that do mean harm im tell'em im ready and they shoudl select another target. its not gonna makle me any friends, but i aint never been robbed. or caught unawares.
About the places, yeah, I usually say I feel like I could cut the air with a knife because it's so dense and oppressive before violence erupts. About people, I train Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu and have an automated response so slightly raise my hand in direction to someone who is coming to close even with excuses like asking the time, etc. I usually do so openly smiling to avoid actually causing a hostile situation in case they are in a bad mood, intoxicated, etc.
Quick story about following your gut or instincts; I went hiking with a ex-roommate, deep into the mountains of Montana. They're from Texas and I am from France, with dual citizenship. Of course, the combination was already out of the ordinary, based on where we are from.
Anyhow, as we were hiking, there was a sign that stated "BEAR FREQUENTING AREA!" Yet, we were deepening our steps, towards the sign, which lead to a Forrest. I instantly said "Neh, I'm not going in there due to the sign." The ex-roommate began to make sly-comments about me being afraid, instead of saying something along the lines of "Oh, okay. I understand. If you are not ready then maybe another time."
I was just exuding intelligence, based on my low-level of how bears operate. At this time, I knew very little of the nature Bears. While the ex-roommate kept pointing out that I was afraid, which was not the point, yet also another red flag. All in all, after that, I knew I should not interact with this person anymore! Which I already can tell, but I ignored that instinct, a little after we met and still proceeded to hang out with them a bit more. But that hiking incident was the one where I said "Neh, I'm not hanging out with this person after today."
To conclude, this genius went out to hike on their own and had a devastating attack with a God like Grizzly Mama Bear. People, follow your instincts. Even Spiderman does.
As always love the content, very informative.
Something that needs highlighting - and putting into the mix if you are serious about analyzing this stuff - is that people who are on any areas of the autistic spectrums find it very difficult to judge things like personal space and other "usual" social cues. There are many instances of these folks getting in hot water because of a misunderstanding based on their inability to read situations....
Yes this is a very good point. Worthy of discussion as it's very difficult to see (from personal characteristics) if someone is Autistic. Of course this will have a major impact on assessment of their behaviour. Thanks for bringing this up.
Gut instinct and personal space are probably the two biggest reasons I've only been in 2 physical confrontations in 42 years.
As I once heard in a movie, "He who fights and runs away...lives to run away another day."
Teaming is something to look out for , example : let me help you with that . They want you to think we are a team together .
Omg that opening clip 😱
Freaky isn't it! I would have much preferred any kind of spider in my hair thanks!!! - Jack
The woman is as sick as the creep she lets eat her hair . The elevator door was open the entire time .
@@fightscience a whole snake even 🤣 but thank YOU for the added defense IQ ✨
@@Cosmo_88 yeah, she was enjoying it. Strange people, both of them.
Let your guts carry your feet! Sometimes one thing is enough, other times a series of small things. If your not looking, listening, you may not see it. Its easy to miss something your not looking for!
Staying aware is a challenge in this busy world when we are navigating and negotiating our daily lives. What exercises do you use to practice tuning in to your instincts? - Jack
Very helpful. Thanks
Our instincts are almost like a stripped down version of "Eagle Sense/Vision". But, you won't be tagging enemy's with a red hue and "Neutral" threats with another colour. But, I am pretty sure you can get better at situational awareness. Cooler yet, everyone has it, not just Assassin's with large amounts of "Isu DNA" which sadly means no fantasy stuff like seeing threats through walls. Or other cool things from the series.
When i was living in south central watch the time one.. they know you don’t have a 9 if you show you them your empty hands to look at your watch or even worse phone to steal
Great info 👌🏽
How do you feel about after giving yourself some room to give yourself your personal space back and just prior to standing your ground to almost sucker them into a defensive attack of your own. Almost like launching my head into the soft spot on their face and then make my get away. Giving them a false sense of security before you end it. Id have my hands at my side, non aggressive stance just prior to switching to a strong base and time it perfectly?? I just try to imagine myself in these situations just like I would do in positive things like a penalty kick or a full count and bottom of the 9th type situations
I am fundamentally on alert when anyone is at four feet or closer. If I can't keep an individual outside that radius I am on defense.
I’m a bit crazy in those situations. When I feel like someone is about to cause trouble I purposely lean in to it, telling him indirectly to Try Me. I do that only in London as you have a lot of delusional people of grandeur here who overestimate themselves all the time. I love the moment they realise that I alone al capable of much more havoc than they all combined
I bet you're less than six feet tall
@@DaniHawkTV So you must be one of them privileged London aristocrats. Keep it real. London is not Watts
@@Jupiter_9911 I think I was right
@@DaniHawkTV Do you have any awareness of reality Mr. London Aristocrat?
@@Jupiter_9911 I'm not even English
Good thing about the pandemic, you might be more aware of your personal space than before.
I spotted one od my enemies in a shop, when i went out i had a feeling to not go left, so i went right around the building and there were 3 guys waiting for me around the corner that i didnt choose to go by
Use the environment. Pay attention to walls mirrors glass anything that reflects.
If we are using physical indicators to detect the possible threat. Why is it called intuition?
in·tu·i·tion
/ˌint(y)o͞oˈiSH(ə)n/
noun
the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.
"we shall allow our intuition to guide us"
Intuition (gut feeling) is the subconscious recognizing the behavior in this case danger.
when someone walks to close behind, i can feel it, and automatically i turn around and i give them that evil look, letting them know that im ready on what ever you trying to pull off i hated when people walk to close behind me or beside me dont come close to my personal space 😠
It can go down at anytime
#2 the zeitgeist is real. 20+ people in one room won't seem anxious all for no reason...
I always get gut instinct if someone looks ferocious or they are more sort of telling they are gonna come in
Never ignore your gut instincts. Always protect and defend your physical and verbal space. Expect the unexpected and be prepared to act when your space is violated. Act quickly to get away; use extreme violence if needed. There are no rules on the streets!
People,places and Proximity are takeaways
Dude HAHAHAHA that guy is on another level of creepiness
Blimey! The first one is very disturbing indeed! I gotta say.. I Love your smile! It is a knock out! 🥰🥰🥰
They ask directions. I almost got jumped in an alley that way.
You should always avoid big silent dudes if they are wearing a hockey mask, despite a lack of any hocky rink or frozen lake in the area. Extra precaution if you can't see any hockey stick in his hands, just a rusty machete. Might be totally harmless or a machete wielding serial killer. Push a friend right at him and observe the outcome. If you spot a clown standing by the side of the road in the middle of the night, turn around! Or run him down, and then run away. Make sure it is a clown and not a mime, those are both harmless and endangered all over the world. If the mime is talking to you and laughing, it NOT a mime, but rather a clown! So run him down, better to be safe than sorry? Worst case scenario it's a juggalo and you've done the world a favor.
knees shaking before a fight is dangerous. Either go to blows or run.
As has already been mentioned, please check out Gavin de Becker’s The Gift of Fear. Absolutely critical information about not ignoring our primal instincts.
Interesting, I had a tenant who lived behind my house in a granny flat. He frequently crossed boundaries, came into my personal space but only when I had female visitors. I threatened him several times on the consequences of his bad behaviour if he kept inserting himself into my life. I eventually had to evict the guy and I know now with the benefit of hindsight that this guy was definitely a predator.
IDK people ask me what time it is every now and then and I just tell them the time, and that is that lol
What about in verbal defense situations? This may sound funny but psychological warfare can also be damaging, and it can lead to a physical confrontation. What if your gut is telling you, this guy/girl sounds intelligent but actually just has some big axe to grind? They aren't a trustworthy person.
I don't ever trust people. In addition, I'm highly intuitive and am also an empath. Have had experiences with presences and witnessed objects moving just 3 feet away from me.
I appreciate your discussions but some live action iterations real life footage would help people like imagery man what can I say
I would rather have spiders in my hair. If a creep tried that with me he would be getting is nose broke. Also, this is why I take the stairs.