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Self Defense Quotes

The best personal defense is an explosive counterattack.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.25, Paladin Press

On the very instant that we know that our assailant intends us serious physical harm, we must work just as fast as we can.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.32, Paladin Press

The proper course of action, when under attack, is usually to counterattack.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.20, Paladin Press

Your physical safety is up to you, as it really always has been.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.51, Paladin Press

Self-defense is not only our right; it is our duty.

Ronald Reagan (2004). “Speaking My Mind: Selected Speeches”, p.288, Simon and Schuster

It is much easier and safer to scare someone into submission than to beat them into submission.

Rory Miller (2014). “Facing Violence: Preparing for the Unexpected”, p.121, YMAA Publication Center, Inc.

Aggressiveness carries with it an incalculable moral edge in any combat, offensive or defensive.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.25, Paladin Press

Speed is the absolute essence of any form of combat

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.32, Paladin Press

Therefore, if you are attacked, retaliate instantly. Be sudden. Be quick. Speed is your salvation.

Jeff Cooper (2006). “Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition”, p.32, Paladin Press