Is violence sometimes the answer?

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And no I'm not talking about small problems, I'm talking about big and maybe life threatening problems or when they seem dangerous, I saw a video of a girl being chase by some creep and she ran to another guy and the other guy just talked him away but realistically I wouldn't have wasted any time, I would've just socked him to drop him is that wrong? Cause I've never really been the barking type, I only bite, so opinions? Violence sometimes is the answer no?

BoopBoopBeep · Accepted Answer

"People that say violence is never the answer didn't understand the question."

Forgot who said that. They show a lot of privilege to think that talking things through will always work out just fine. When armed men show up to kill you, or kidnap a family member you're not going to sit down for "tea and a good chat" and convince them of the error of their ways.

Additionally, I don't like getting hit in the face and I'm not inclined to trade blows back and forth with someone if I can "help them onto the ground for their safety" faster with a nice punch to the throat.

When a group of people surround you and the woman your walking with, gesturing to their crotch and laughing, they're likely not saying "By George I do believe this denim manufactured at an American plant is superior to the locally produced pantaloons"

richardcory · Accepted Answer

I see violence as a last resort if nothing else will work. You mention the guy who "talked him away" but to me that's success. No one injured.

If you injure someone, even with the best of intentions, you can find yourself in all sorts of legal trouble. Maybe you will convince the police or a jury it was justified, maybe not. But even if you do, you will have lost a lot of time you could have spend doing better things.

Of course you migth not win - the other person might be armed, or better at fighting than you are. Ending up injured or dead yourself is possible.

So if there is no other choice, sure, but always try to find a better option

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I consider myself largely to be a pacifist but I'm also very cognizant that every person on this planet has been helped in some way by violent acts. Wars for freedom, wars for justice, wars for human rights, self defense, and those defending others from harm. Cops exist because some people either through their will or under the influence refuse to stop harming others. Just looking around, I cannot deny that sometimes violence is the answer---you hope that you have the opportunity to try words or other actions before it gets to that point, but you or others may not have that option especially in life or death situations.

Yannishka · Accepted Answer

I recommend you try and figure it out with words. Words get you respect, from them and if things work out, your enemy as well. But if they keep being hostile, make a scene, move back, tell them Not to get closer. They get closer? Strike and end it quickly.

inhua · Answer

no because you never know what the context is unless there's specific hints like having a firearm or knife

we gotta stop automatically assuming the pursuer is the villain and the escapee the victim. perhaps the escapee stole something from the pursuer? perhaps the escapee performed a hit-and-run on the pursuer? whatever the reason, perhaps we shouldn't judge the intentions of people by the color of their skin, their ethnicity, their looks, their age, their gender etc. in such matters

Steelcore5280 · Answer

If using violence is the only logical way to respond to a situation to protect yourself, then using violence is an acceptable avenue.

If you've attempted diplomacy, and things are only getting worse or it didn't do anything, and you believe you're in danger, then violence is the best option.

But uf you use that avenue, it better be justified and not to the point where you are the one that gets into trouble to the point where you can be locked up for it.

That's my view on the matter.

Unit1 · Answer

I feel sometimes it is the only way. Just Like you I don't consider barking to be any helpful. Biting it is.
I do wish in the past I would have bitten more often - were it not for me being starved to the point of blacking and passing out. Imposed Poverty is deadly.

AngryCarl2 · Answer

Sometimes violence is the answer but it's a slippery slope to descend when you start to believe that might makes right. The following video is for entertainment only and adds nothing to my argument:

RagnarRedbeard · Answer

The sensible response is that violence should only be used as a last resort to avoid unnecessary injury and/or possibly being arrested. Since the guy was able to solve the problem by talking, the situation didn’t require a violent response.

Although similar to you, I’m not very good verbally so when I was in a similar situation I just clocked the guy.

PizzaDaddyo · Answer

It definitely is in the ufc! That’s kinda why we watch it.
Lmfao I just thought like if the ref were to say “I want no violence. Touch gloves!” The fuck would they do… flick and pinch each other, lol noogies?🤣

msc545 · Answer

You get into it with a another guy and it is not going to end well:

1. You may be killed or very seriously injured - like paralyzed or lose a limb or get a brain injury. Lots of thing can and do happen. He may have a weapon you don't initially see and may use it on you.

2. You are likely to have some serious legal problems - maybe years in prison, if you kill or badly injure him. Maybe jail or prison after a long court trial that eill cost you $$$$ in legal fees. If you have any kind of professional license you may lose it. If you have a job you almost certainly will lose it. If you have a wif or girlfriend or kids or friends you may lose all of them.

3. And and on...

Violence is an absolute last resort for people who are not creative or smart enough to figure out other solutions.

don't be that guy.

Summeroflove · Answer

In self defense situations absolutely. As others have said you need to stop the threat. Don’t be offensively violent and try to deescalate when you can.

MementoMori_ · Answer

Don't wait until they strike first. If they are a threat, do whatever you need to do to neutralize them including force. by the way, I had this screen name first. 😉

Rockstarrrrr · Answer

Yeah... Even the most laid back and wise guy find himself in a fight... Sometimes life will put you in a situation where you deal with total bricks... And you can only handle them king kong style lol...

purplepoppy · Answer

Yes it sometimes is but it has to be justified. Guys who swing their fists at the first opportunity really need to grow the fuck up.

lightbulb27 · Answer

sometimes it is, but much more powerful to use words. some people only respond to violence for they are emotionally sick.

Staximus · Answer

Sometimes violence is the only answer or the only thing that will stop some people. Like if somebody is punching you in the face or trying to kill you, you don't just stand there and say "please stop". That doesn't work. If a guy is attacking a woman, he needs to get his teeth kicked out so he knows that is unacceptable behavior. If he's trying to rape or kill her, he just needs to die.

CAPLOVE · Answer

Yes, if you are in danger please fight back. your safety always comes first.

OddBeMe · Answer

Most of the time keeping your head and using logic. That may include self defense. But violence is an emotional response which is why we like action movies.

But ask any self defense expert and it’s about getting away, not causing death or injury (unless you have to). And tbh, guns are the LEAST safe for defense.

Apulu_Imback · Answer

Violence is only the answer of violence for defence.

AviatorTom · Answer

Violence can be the answer, but talking is generally the best thing to do first.

genericname85 · Answer

yeah, in a defensive setting with no other choice at your disposal to avoid harm. or if it's a sport where both argee upon it.

abc3643 · Answer

From "Starship Troopers".

poetic_pisces · Answer

Never the answer  The only reason I would choose violence is if im defending myself

Anonymous · Answer

As a little girl I learned being nonviolent doesn’t protect you from people who are violent. Once I got older I decided no one was ever going to hurt me or do those kinds of things to me again.

Iron_Man · Answer

Probably only in wars some countries don’t respect anything else but violence Sometimes countries just need a warning shot

call_me_scar · Answer

Sometimes yes I once stabbed a bully's arm in class and that got him to be quiet

Twalli · Answer

Some people only respond to violence, yet they are a minority. Those that are extremely skilled in combat are actually the best at not using violence.

pethouse · Answer

In self defense yes, but if you are the first one to throw a punch the whole thing is your fault no matter what the other said

CuriousMufuxka · Answer

Yes. I've gotten physical a few times when I seen people I have love for being hurt. Not what I promote or like, but necessary.

Rangers · Answer

Of course, almost any problem can be solved easily with a gun and a good man behind it

The problem is that good men are a dying breed, most will simply stand there as evil people have their way rather than defend the innocent

TracyF · Answer

Violence is always the answer for an Annus. Never for an Unus.

LiamJHayden · Answer

Yes, sometimes force is necessary t stop a threat.

exitseven · Answer

If somebody invaded my home or threatened my wife and kids there is no doubt that it must be met with overwhelming violence.

Siri137 · Answer

Only in self-defence, when you have no other options.

Wulfheard · Answer

Yes. Many times that's the only way to get your point accross.

mobiusforniner · Answer

In self defense, yes. And in the service of ones country, yes. Any other situation, no.

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. But in the situation you mention, how do you know she's saying the truth? You just can't know

juatadude · Answer

of course, are you going to let someone really hurt you? are people that stupid?

Anonymous · Answer

If the situation really  requires  you to do so...

gorydetails · Answer

Of course, some times violence is the answer.

ShadezMcgee · Answer

When zen ends, ass kicking commences. So yes, sometimes it is the only and right answer.

serious · Answer

In exceptional situations then yes. Strictly exceptional situations only.

Djaay · Answer

Self defense isn't violence. Perpetrating an act against another is the violence.

Adam1978 · Answer

Yes how would you otherwise open some stuff?

Counterclocking · Answer

Well for self defense, yes! Don’t believe the bullshit statement of violence has never solved anything; that’s a lie.

riverrat3 · Answer

Sometimes the only solution, but try other ways first

najekim · Answer

Sometimes, you just don't have a choice. Strike fast, strike smartly, strike to end it immediately.

TallAnon · Answer

If your life is in danger, fuck the law; Survival comes first.

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

If it’s defending yourself maybe. I don’t believe in smashing guys heads into the pavement because I think it’s fun.

Turkishgirlhere · Answer

İf there is a peoplo to understand this yes

WanderingLoveWizard · Answer

No, violence is the question. Yes is the answer

Dargil · Answer

The past. We change the future every day.

LazerBean · Answer

Absolutely.

Blueeyes81 · Answer

Yes it is necessary at times.

Ryfyle · Answer

If it isn't your first option, your ngmi.

Pterodon · Answer

Sometimes it’s the only answer

Anonymous · Answer

Frequently at least the serious threat thereof

Actor3 · Answer

Yes but make sure you have bruises

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. Albeit very, very rarely.

dudeinohio · Answer

Absolutely

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