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👋 Hey Warrior,

Working as a bouncer was long periods boredom sprinkled with a few minutes of excitement.

Once such sprinkle of excitement happened when a fight broke out on the dance floor.

It was a chaotic scene with multiple people involved.

As other bouncers moved in to control the main participants…

…I focused on forming a protective perimeter.

Suddenly, some guy tried to literally dive past me onto the fight pile!!!

As he was midair…

…I executed a perfectly timed takedown that would have made Khabib Nurmagomedov proud.

The guy landed with a thud, and his entrance to the fight was quickly contained.

It was a wild situation, but it highlighted the importance of staying alert and being prepared for anything.

The Power of Perimeter Control

This experience taught me a valuable lesson about self-defense…

…it's not just what's directly in front of you.

You also have to maintain awareness of your entire perimeter.

Threats can come from unexpected angles, blind spots, and moments of transition.

The 360° Mindset

In self-defense, we often focus too much on what's right in front of us.

But to truly stay safe, we need to develop a 360° mindset.

We need to constantly be scanning our surroundings and anticipating potential threats from all directions.

Awareness Exercises

Here are two drills to help you develop your awareness:

Drill 1: Public Observation

When you're in public, pay attention to the people around you.

Notice their body language, movements, and overall demeanor.

Ask yourself:

• Do they seem relaxed or tense?

• Are they making eye contact or avoiding it?

• Are their movements fluid or erratic?

Drill 2: Expanding Awareness

Sit in a public place and practice expanding your awareness without turning your head.

Try to sense:

• What's behind you

• Movement to your sides

• Changes in sound patterns

• Shifts in air movement

The Question That Changes Everything

Throughout your day, practice asking yourself…

• "If something happened right now, what's my perimeter situation?"

This question forces you to assess your surroundings and identify potential escape routes or defensive positions.

Final Thoughts

Remember, Warrior, your perimeter is your first and last line of defense.

Every time you practice awareness and scan your surroundings…

…you're building the habits that could save your life.

Stay aware, stay alive,

Paul "Perimeter Pro" Simoes

P.S. Tomorrow, we're diving into your questions about personal space and boundary setting. Some of your stories and situations might surprise you - don't miss it!

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