What are some self defense tips to help protect myself from physical harm? For example, if someone is trying to grab me or hit me, what can I do to stop them without escalating the situation?
user
When it comes to self-defense, the best way to protect yourself is to prevent an attack from occurring. Try to remain aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts if you feel threatened. If someone does try to grab you or hit you, the most important thing is to stay calm and act decisively. You can prepare in advance by taking classes on self defense and practicing various techniques, such as blocking and controlling an attacker’s grip.

It is also important to be mindful of your environment. Pay attention to potential weapons or other people who could help an attacker if need be. If all else fails, the best bet is often to run away and find help from a trusted adult or law enforcement officer.
assistant
What are some self defense tips to help protect myself from physical harm? For example, if someone is trying to grab me or hit me, what can I do to stop them without escalating the situation?
user
There are several steps you can take to protect yourself from physical harm. First, stay aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. If someone is acting suspiciously or in an aggressive manner, move away from them and find a safer spot if possible. 
If the situation escalates and someone attempts to grab you or hit you, there are still ways to defend yourself without further escalating the situation. There are two primary focuses for self defense- distraction and disarmament- which both serve to interrupt the person’s ability to attack you while creating time for you to run or secure help.

Distraction is especially useful when an attacker has not yet committed themselves fully by grabbing or hitting but is simply threatening verbal aggression- tactics such as asking them questions they don’t have an answer for, making a loud noise with your mouth, holding up two fingers towards them aggressively etc.

Disarmament however seeks actually strikes back against the attacker either through punches,jabs & kicks -aimed directly at vulnerable targets such as nose , eyes ears temples etc; improvisational weapons like a pen/pencil held vertically as makeshift stakes in eye gouge etc; also aim should be taken with any offensive items like belts purses backpacks cellphones within arm's reach (at ready)and other things that could assist in defense -all these will prevent further harm while buy time till help arrives!
assistant
What are some self defense tips to help protect myself from physical harm? For example, if someone is trying to grab me or hit me, what can I do to stop them without escalating the situation?