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Sunday, 03 May 2009 05:11 Last Updated on Sunday, 03 May 2009 05:11 Written by Hoboken 0 Comments

Have you ever heard the saying, "nice guys finish last?" That really is a valid question and sadly a lot nice people get killed everyday, because they are way too nice and naive. What you think and do before an attack is often more important than the attack itself.

There's no nice way to put this, so I'm just going to say it, "dirty street fighting is the way to survive an attack successfully." A good dirty street fighter does not use the typical techniques or methods that other fighters use, because it just won't work. Sometimes, you don't have to fight at all, if you really know what you are doing.

Let's take a look at some of the best ways we can help prevent common mishaps. If a stranger is approaching you and you get a bad feeling in your stomach, don't try to be nice, instead run for your life. If you have to start screaming wildly, then at least you'll make the stranger nervous enough not to chase you. This simple preventative measure just may save your life!

Learn and practice letting go of your fear, because self defense techniques are not going to help you, if you cannot channel and control your fear. In a street fight everything happens so fast and it can be total chaos. You won't even have the time to think about certain techniques. This is where the practice of self-awareness and relaxation is crucial.

The wise know when to walk away from a confrontation. Getting into an argument with a criminal is never worth it and standing up to someone in a bar can put you into the hospital. Dirty street fighting is not just about knowing some dangerous moves that can incapacitate your opponent, but it's about having a good mental strategy of knowing when to engage and when to walk away. Remember, this is all about survival, not ego!

The greatest mistake most nice people make, is falling under the control of their assailant. Be aware of people who will try to control you and avoid them at all cost. Most control freaks enjoy dominating others and causing them harm. Remember, you don't have to be controlled and you don't have to be a victim.

I remember asking my Tai Chi teacher what he would do if a guy wanted his wallet and he said, "I would give it to him." My teacher gave me wise advice and it still applies today. Good instructions like this can possibly save your life. Again, letting your ego and your fears get the best of you, is not a good self defense, but a sure sign of someone, who has not had the proper training.

If someone tries to abduct you, then you should do everything in your power to stop that person. Whether it be a throat jab or an eye jab, in an abduction situation your life depends on it, because most people that are abducted never come back alive. Most importantly, fight only when there is no other choice. Instead of being the polite person who gets killed, be the vigilant one who lives to see another day.

Mark H. Smith has been in the martial arts for over 20 years and he wants to reveal his quick secrets to winning street fights. Fancy moves won't save you on the streets, so find out what works today over at: http://www.streetfightingtechniques.org