Deny Access: Part of the Spycraft for Self-Defense series

Spycraft for Self-Defense: Deny Access is built on a simple reality, most people don't get controlled with force first, they get controlled with access.

A pressure actor doesn't need to threaten you if they can move you, isolate you, or load you with a “small” request that steals your position and your options. “Step over here,” “come with me,” “help me with this,” “real quick,” “just a second,” these aren't harmless phrases, they're access tools, and once you comply, you're negotiating from...