Self Defense Is….
from Hand to Hand, Oakland
protection
claiming my space
trusting my senses to seek safety
proactive protection
being aware of my surroundings
knowing and keeping my boundaries
communicating with words and actions
knowing my strengths and weaknesses
standing up for myself
acknowledging what I need
setting boundaries
self care
enforcing boundaries
awareness
scary, new, exciting
empowerment
safety
applicable in all situations
me first
self-esteem
different for everyone
different every time
physical and emotional and verbal protection
keeping yourself safe
self love
awareness
intelligent to know
being empowered
respecting self and needs
knowing and enforcing boundaries
sending a message
confidence
courage