5 Ways to Avoid Your Attacker

2. Stand Up

Body language speaks volumes. As mentioned earlier, an ex-rapist would want to assume dominance over you. This makes it more likely that this person would approach you when you are curled on the ground or simply sitting down. Chances are, because they want to maintain this assumed dominance, they will remain standing, even if you or someone else tells them to sit down. This is when it would be a favourable idea to stand up, even if the person is around you to speak to someone else. If you are sitting down because you are not feeling well, sneering at them may help.