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This is the silent killer of home defense lessons. The stepmom is 45. But in her mind, she is still 25—the woman who arm-wrestled sailors at the county fair.

As they practiced the scenario, Karen took on the role of the aggressive stranger, and Susan practiced her verbal de-escalation skills. To Karen's surprise, Susan was a natural. She stood her ground, used a firm tone, and calmly told Karen to leave her alone. when+teaching+stepmom+self+defense+goes+wrong

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