In the 15 years that I have been teaching self-defense, I estimate that I've taught over 1000 individuals. In that time, my approach to teaching has noticeably evolved. Not terms of technique - that part hasn't changed much at all - what's different is how I approach the mental aspect of self defense. Most self defense programs (including mine) focus on a few basic principles that can be easily taught to a group without any previous experience. The students learn a few key