Schools can sometimes be unsafe places, although this shouldn't be the case. You can get scared when you meet someone who wants to fight with you in the hallway! Of course you want to avoid a fight before it happens. Remember that no matter how skilled you are at fighting, there is a chance that you will get injured or run into trouble with the school. If possible, avoid fighting and seek solutions other than confrontation.
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Method 1 of 3: Winning a Fight
Step 1. Pay attention to when fights will occur
Usually you can get a warning if someone wants to start a fight. Maybe he will insult you, act aggressively, and come closer to you. All of these are signs that you are about to face a fight. When you're ready, you're more likely to win a fight, or at least get out of there with less damage.
If these signs occur, start taking action, for example by taking a defensive position or asking someone else for help
Step 2. Begin to take a defensive position in a prayer-like attitude
Avoid clenching your fists as if you were ready to fight. Instead, bring your palms together and position them in front of your body. Keep your elbows low and touching your sides, with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place your dominant foot slightly in front. With this position, you are ready to protect vital body parts.
For example, you can raise your hand to block a punch that's aimed at your face
Step 3. Try to throw the punches as early as possible
Even though you can't actually hit first, you should throw your punches earlier. This is because fights usually only last for a few seconds. So, if you can land a punch early, chances are you can win. If your opponent is approaching you, try to dodge the blow, then do something to slow the person down.
- Try striking the groin area with a sharp kick or elbow. Alternatively, you can hit your nose, chin, or forehead.
- Keep your fist straight. Otherwise, your wrist may break when you land a hard hit.
- Another option is to scratch your opponent's face. This action can often surprise the opponent, which will slow their movement.
Step 4. Attack your opponent using your knees and elbows
All you do is make him stop attacking. So, use whatever is possible. If necessary, strike the stomach with your elbow, or bring your knee to your leg or groin. Keep using your elbows and knees to attack him until the person stops attacking you.
Take advantage of opportunities when you and your opponent turn sideways. Hit the side of his head. You can also push your opponent's head down and plunge him into the ground
Notes:
If you have to defend yourself in a fight like this, ignore the rules in a formal fight. Target blood vessels in the neck, pressure points, temples, the area between the eyes, groin, kidneys, and the back of the neck. Feel free to grab, bite, or commit fraudulent acts.
Step 5. Move forward towards your opponent as you hit
If you keep stepping back, you're actually showing a defensive attitude, even though you should continue to be attacking. Keep moving forward until he succumbs to defeat or falls to the ground.
Step 6. Pin your opponent to the ground whenever possible
If your opponent falls, take this opportunity to lock him in there. Sit on top of him if he still wants to fight. Keep overlapping his body until he gives up, someone comes to intervene, or he is too weak to continue fighting.
If your opponent has fallen, stop hitting him. This could seriously injure him
Step 7. Be careful when fighting so as not to seriously injure your opponent
For example, when you manage to strangle your opponent, don't do it for too long. When the flow of oxygenated blood to the brain is drastically reduced, a person can faint. However, a person can also experience permanent brain damage or death if blood flow stops for a few minutes.
If your opponent is not breathing after he faints, immediately perform CPR (chest compressions and perform artificial respiration) and immediately call emergency services (hospital and police)
Step 8. Remain calm when facing multiple opponents
Understand that you should focus on escaping, not winning fights. It is unlikely that you will be able to defeat many opponents without help. Don't let your anger show your opponent. When fighting, use anger as energy to fight.
Never hesitate to ask for help if you need it. Even though your reputation as a tough person may crumble, damage to your reputation is far better than losing your life
Step 9. Run if you get the chance
If your opponent falls and doesn't seem to be able to get up quickly, run immediately. Don't give your opponent a chance to get up and hit you again. Provide assistance if he appears to be seriously injured, but run away from the area if possible.
If you fall to the ground, protect yourself as best you can. Parry the opponent's blow with the hand. If your opponent's punches are a bit weak and manageable, try a counter-punch
Method 2 of 3: Avoiding Fights
Step 1. Report the bullying you experience
If you or a friend are being bullied, share this with someone you trust, such as a teacher, coach, parent, or tutor. Tell me what happened so you can get help with the situation. Some schools even have programs specifically designed to deal with bullying.
Bullying occurs when a person is constantly humiliated, made fun of, or mistreated by their peers. This is not just an argument or a bad call to someone. This is not just a single incident, but a series of incidents that a person experiences
Step 2. Stay away from the area to avoid trouble
Fighting can cause serious problems, even if you didn't start it. Many schools have zero tolerance for violence of any kind, and you could be expelled from school or even face a worse punishment.
- If your opponent continues to chase, turn around and face him, but keep your distance from him. Keep an arm's length distance at all times because when your opponent moves closer, he can kick or punch you.
- In our country, the age limit for children who can be held legally responsible is at least 12 years old. So, be careful.
Step 3. Look your opponent in the eye with confidence
Don't stare at him or stare at the ground. Instead, keep eye contact and show that you are confident. If you show aggression, you can suppress it. If you show weakness, his desire to start a fight will be greater.
Tip:
Demonstrating confidence and fearlessness can prevent others from starting fights.
Step 4. Try not to hit the first shot
Starting a fight can be much more difficult than just defending yourself. If you throw a punch first, you never know how it goes. You can be seriously injured, break your teeth, suffer a concussion, or leave your opponent with equally serious injuries. No matter what happens (whether you lose or win), basically you still lose because you have to accept the consequences.
Try to find a better way than throwing punches. Get out of there or seek help
Step 5. Get the attention of people around the scene to get them to break up the fight
Some people don't dare to fight when someone sees them, especially if there is a teacher. Shout as loud as you can to get people to come help. If people are coming, maybe you don't need to fight.
Try shouting something like "Fire," "Help!" or "Call the Police."
Method 3 of 3: Finding Alternatives to Not Fighting
Step 1. Ask a friend to help you protect yourself from bullying
Walking with a few friends as often as possible can help prevent bullying. Bullies are less likely to attack if you are walking with several people because you will be stronger if you are in a group.
In addition, people in large groups of friends are rarely the target of bullying
Step 2. Take deep breaths to calm yourself down when things get hot
If someone insults you or keeps pushing, your response may be to start a fight. It's natural to be angry, but don't turn your anger into a fight. Take a deep breath and count to 10 silently. This can calm you down so you can think of other things to do.
- Try inhaling through your nose and out through your mouth. Take a deep breath until you feel it in your stomach.
- If necessary, walk for a few minutes so you can calm down.
Step 3. Consider some of the available options in your head
Think about what you could do in the situation you are in. You always have a choice about what to do in a given situation. So, try to come up with several scenarios, and think about the consequences of each option.
For example, if someone calls you an unpleasant name, you can ignore it and move on, starting a fight, or calling him a bad name. By ignoring it, he may stop doing it or continue it. However, this can definitely avoid problems. If you choose to fight, you can get into trouble and the problem isn't solved. Calling him back by a bad name might feel good at the time, but it could make the situation worse
Step 4. Choose the best option to respond to the action
If you have thought about the consequences of your reaction, determine the best option for the situation. Usually, the best option is to relieve tension and stay out of trouble.
For example, when faced with the above situation, it may be best if you ignore the person and walk away if possible
Step 5. Learn to tell the other person firmly and calmly so that he or she stops doing bad things to you
If someone is bothering you and won't stop, react calmly. Whether he's poking, pinching, or making fun of him, he's actually waiting for your reaction. If you don't react emotionally, he'll feel like he's failing to get "fun" for his actions. If necessary, you can reinforce your words with light physical action.
For example, if someone pinches you repeatedly, say something like, "Stop what you're doing now" in a calm, authoritative voice. If he continues to do so, reach out and hold his hand for a moment, and repeat what you said
Tips
- Report insults and bullying to teachers or school administrators.
- Always protect your face by placing your dominant hand near your face.
- You can hardly win a fight without experience and strength. If you feel the need to defend yourself in a fight, do strength training to build muscle and practice fighting techniques in a safe place. You can even join a martial arts college.
- If your opponent is trying to hit, try to pay attention to which angle the punch will land at so you can catch his fist and launch a counter-punch.
