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This is a rather complex issue. There are a few variables that play into how I would react.
I think we all agree that we're against hitting someone first. There's never any reason for that. EVER.
If someone attacks me I try to duck and leave before the next punch. If that isn't possible, I do what I can to restrain the attack. If they're too strong and I can't restrain them, I do what I can to get out of the situation and leave.
Luckily I haven't been attacked or had to fight since I was 9 years old. Like som here I'm a bit broad shouldered and I don't know why but apparently that alone works as a decent deterent for people trying to pick fights with me. I am also pretty casual and friendly so that also usually puts people more at ease and makes them less likely to get angry with me. Still, I have had women punch my shoulder or smack my arm for saying stupid stuff. With that, I just smile, shake my head, apologize, and move on.
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