what to do when choked

This scene is found in many films: one individual is choking another, his hands wrapped around his victim's neck. There is a simple and effective way to take control of such a situation. Grab one of your attacker's pinkie fingers, and yank it to the side violently. This move should be done as soon as it is evident that your assailant is attempting to kill you by choking. It is as easy to snap a pinkie finger (I have heard) as to snap a good-sized carrot. Once your assailant's pinkie finger has been broken, he will no longer be able to maintain a firm grip; he will likely go into shock (especially if you grind the broken bones around a bit); he will also become enraged. His rage is his downfall, however, for rage, like fear, is the mind-killer, that state in which one is most susceptible to counter-attack and least likely to maintain composure. This advice is intended solely for use in self-defense. Do not try to solve your troubles through violent action. Remember - you can always remove yourself from the situation. Remember also that most people who fight are slaves to their ego; they cannot divorce themselves from their power of their ego, and will lie, main, and kill to maintain it.