QUESTION: Sir Bill, how do I get tough? I am a 5-2 woman and I weight 95 pounds. Realistically, in a real fight, I’m going to lose. What does self-defense mean to me?
ANSWER: Ninety percent of self-defense is mental not physical. If you have had a hard life, you probably are already tough. If not, you have to train tough to get tough.
In stressful situations, you have to be able to remain calm enough to consider your options. Should you negotiate, apologize, run or look for a weapon? Your objective is straight forward, with a clear and focused mind, you need to get from a dangerous place to a safe place.
Yes, your size is an issue but you can still be tough and self-confident.
