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🥊 BYBU SELF-DEFENSE: FACT vs. FICTION

Just because a safety tip goes viral doesn't mean it's true.

You've probably seen posts telling you what to do if you're ever in danger. Unfortunately, some of that advice is misleading—or flat-out wrong.

❌ “Call 911 and order a pizza.”

There is NO universal “pizza” code for 911. A dispatcher may realize you're communicating secretly, but don't depend on it.

❌ “Can't talk? Dial 55."

Not in the United States. That's associated with the UK's emergency system—not U.S. 911.

⚠️ “Spit on the ground so police can find your DNA.”

DNA may be recoverable from saliva, but don't waste an opportunity to escape trying to leave evidence.

✅ “Scratch an attacker so their DNA gets under your fingernails.”

That can potentially preserve evidence—but the reason you fight back is to CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ESCAPE.

❌ “Trapped in a car? Kick out the taillight.”

Don't depend on this viral trick. If you're trapped in a trunk, look for the interior emergency trunk-release handle.

THE BYBU RULE:

Your priority is not collecting evidence.
Your priority is SURVIVAL.
👀 Be aware.

🗣️ Set boundaries.

↔️ Create distance.

🛡️ Use barriers.

🥊 Fight when necessary to create an escape.

🏃 GET OUT. GET AWAY. GET HELP.

We'll be breaking down more viral self-defense advice in our new BYBU SELF-DEFENSE: FACT vs. FICTION series.

Don't just share safety advice. Know whether it's true.

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