Unless you carry a practical weapon on a daily basis like a cane, odds are against you having said weapon when you get attacked, and your multi tool that takes 5 and a half minutes doesn’t count. So I try to emphasize the importance of what’s around you. Everything has a purpose and a lot of objects can be used for combat.
Opportunity Defense Drill
A drill I recommend is using only three safe objects to defend yourself. If you go into an area you think might be unsafe look around for opportunities to get an edge. A pipe or stick are very common and easy to work with. Just be sure to pick a weapon that goes thump, thump not whip, whip.
Opportunities that are common are more effective because you already know them. Sometimes you could be next to a trash can. Most people find it disgusting having trash flipped on them. Got a water bottle? dump the contents on them to distract them. A traffic cone could be used as a megaphone to draw attention. Lots of different opportunities to catch your opponent off guard for the counter or make a quick escape.
The Wall and Directions of Attack
Backing into a wall is usually thought of as a bad thing but in reality it’s much smarter. Being against a wall means you prevent ambushes from behind. It also limits the possible attacks to 3-5 directions. I wouldn’t go into a corner however because you won’t be able to leave the area after you’ve dazed your aggressor.
Final Note
In all situations being aware of your surroundings and constantly looking around and taking note of what’s around you will make you a less appealing target. As for the unlucky fellow who does decide to attack you he’ll think twice about attacking someone when he limps around smelling like a landfill.
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