Self Defense: Why Even Bother?

How, Why, and What to Learn to Defend Yourself

By: DJ Stephens

Narrated by: Drama Simpson

DJ Stephens is an expert level self defense instructor in Washington, DC. He has been training in martial arts and self protection for over 30 years. He is the first Afro American in the state of Maryland to receive a Black Belt in Krav Maga. DJ has a second Dan Black Belt in both Krav Maga and Chung Do Kwan Tae Kwon Do. He is a former Golden Glove boxer and a Jujitsu practitioner. He has also made appearances on several TV shows, including Great Day DC and Good Morning America.

"I don't even call violence when it comes to self-defense. I call it intelligence." (Malcom X)

Whether you are just starting to explore the self-defense/self-protection world or you are already a martial artist but you're looking for more information, this book will give you all of the answers you need to get started or keep going.

Self Defense: Why Even Bother covers all of these topics and many more.

• How do you learn to protect yourself?
• Should you learn Krav Maga, Jujitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Boxing, etc.?
• How do you know what you are learning will really work?
• How do you find the right instructor?
• Should you just buy a gun?

Don't miss out on this important information that may save you or your families' lives.

Don't wait another day to be able to protect yourself.

Buy this book today and learn how, why, and what to learn to protect yourself and even more importantly...

Why even bother?

©2022 Derek J Stephens (P)2023 Derek J Stephens

Great book!

I loved the way the book was put together! I just finished it but I plan to start it over because it made me think about how martial arts and Krav principals apply to most things in life. Thanks you for putting this book out!

A Perfect Entry Into Self Defense

This a quick and fun read that covers everything one would want to know before (or after) starting their journey into self protection. If you’re looking for motivation to take a class, courage to get past the initial feeling of intimidation, or just some perspective — this book is for you.

The author, DJ Stephens, is an expert in self protection, martial arts, and has a unique story to tell that explains why he has dedicated his life to serving others. He is the real deal. Dj breaks down his journey and uses his past experience to frame his views on self protection. This approach is insightful and genuine.

The book does not cover self defense techniques, but rather answers common questions and provides key context for practitioners that will resonate with everyone, regardless of their experience level. This book is a nice tool that will help bolster your mindset and the mental aspects to self protection.

Great perspective!

The author shares his past training experience and knowledge in different martial arts along with the pluses and deltas of each.

I wish this book had been available years ago before I started my own martial arts journey. I would have followed a different path.

DJ gives valuable insight into the mindset of how and very important why we should train. A must read for anyone interested in starting any martial arts training.

A Must Read or Listen

I have been fortunate enough to not only read and listen to DJ's book, but also have him as a mentor during my own path to being a better self-protection instructor. Everything put in this book is how DJ truly is while instructing both students and instructors. This book has answered many of my own questions I have while both teaching and training.

I would highly recommend this book to those thinking of beginning their journey of self-protection training, those preparing for a promotional test in their respective martial art, and most importantly those who are contemplating "why" they should continue training.

Great book

This book was very practical and easy to understand. I loved it and found it be very useful. Looking forward to the next one.