What do I do about teen boy groups screaming at me and my wife?

I live in the UK in a small town, and whenever me and my wife go out we are yelled at constantly, barked at and called ‘emo’ etc two incidents recently of us being yelled at in a dark walkway by a large group of them in the dark, and today one following on his bicycle screaming ‘fucking emo bitch’ at my wife. For context, we are not even emos, she was dressed in a more flowy white blouse and a black office skirt like any working woman, and I was dressed in jeans and a hoodie but usually I wear a formal black coat. I’ve also been harassed on my own while wearing a normal jacket and jumper. I genuinely don’t know what to do, and I’m scared. I know these boys are probably just doing it to scream, but I’m genuinely afraid to go out as I’m quite small, and I don’t know if it’s better to just ignore them and take it which makes me feel honestly humiliated for not defending my wife I feel so guilty, but I dont want to start an argument and worsen the altercation which I don’t want to be in. Is there any way to ward them off/what to do about them, because I walk everywhere and cannot drive and I’m so tired of it.

Submitted March 7, 2026 at 03:56PM by scummywretch1 https://ift.tt/ipdWkFD

Are cocky aggressors usually good fighters or not?

There's no shortage or people thinking they're badasses and you can tell by their demeanor. I never waste my time with these kind of people but its something I notice. I don't know if they've won some fights and think too highly of themselves or if they just think so regardless and don't know what they don't know and its the Dunning Kruger Effect. Just curious.

Submitted March 7, 2026 at 01:58AM by youlikethatsherrie https://ift.tt/Y5b37fs

What are Top Moves/Techniques Beginners Should Know?

I have been asked to "teach" a class about self-defense to a youth group (girls aged 11-17). An actual self-defense instructor was going to teach it, but they had to cancel. I guess I was asked to step in because they know I box, and a lot of the girls know and like me. (I used to be one of their advisors)

Realistically, I'll only have about 30-45 minutes (maybe less because not all the girls speak English fluently and we'll have to translate). I have gone to self-defense workshops before, but it's been a while. What are some moves I should study up on with a week to prepare? Given the limited time and attention of the girls, I want to demonstrate and teach techniques that are either the most universal, effective, essential, etc.

What moves should everyone, especially every beginner, know?

Submitted March 6, 2026 at 06:24PM by theWildWaffle-is-me https://ift.tt/RykMGc7

What are good home defense alternatives?

I grew up around guns, learned gun safety at a young age, and have felt safe around guns for as long as I can remember. Years before I knew my wife, she was a victim of gun violence. Thus, not at all cool with a gun in the house. I completely respect her feelings on the subject, and I don’t have a need or desire for guns, so it’s not a problem for us. However, I’ve often thought about alternatives for self defense. In a gun free home, what would you keep nearby for defense from intruders?

Submitted March 5, 2026 at 01:05AM by davescilken https://ift.tt/AK8ur6a

What martial arts should you learn for self defense?

The only reason why I would ever learn martial arts is because of self defense. I don't wanna look good or flex or anything. I just need to defend myself, while being injured the least and protect at the same time my wife. Thanks.

Submitted March 4, 2026 at 01:56PM by occidentalnat https://ift.tt/BxSeHNz

Which martial arts style would suit me?

I'm an ectomorph — very thin and tall. Right now, I'm trying to gain some mass, and in the near future, I want to get into martial arts, not for competition, but for self-defense. I've narrowed it down to Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu (in case the fight goes to the ground). Is this the right choice? What martial arts would you choose in my place?

Submitted March 4, 2026 at 11:28AM by JaiPris https://ift.tt/ekmTbgS

Solo hike self defense advice needed

Looking for advice. I am going on a solo hike this weekend. I’ve gone on solo hikes before, but I have PTSD and am worried to go alone without my dog. She’s getting older and it’s a 6.5 mile trail. What should I know about self defense? I am very small. Thank you.

Submitted March 2, 2026 at 07:32PM by Dizzy-Cabinet3895 https://ift.tt/YZvG8nw