self-defense

Complementary virtues¶

• assertiveness
• courage
• fortitude
• preparedness
• self esteem
• self reliance
• strength
• toughness

Contrasting vices¶

• being a pushover
• defenselessness

Virtues possibly in tension¶

• forgiveness
• indulgence
• magnanimity
• selflessness
• surrender

How to acquire or strengthen it¶

TBD

Notes and links¶

TBD

Mentioned elsewhere¶

TBD

Inspirational quotes¶

• “The principle of self defense, even involving weapons and bloodshed, has never been condemned, even by Gandhi.” —MLK, Jr.