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  • Question
    What should I do if they want to fight?
    John Graden
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    John Graden is a Martial Arts Expert and the founder of the Martial Arts Teachers’ Association (MATA) based in Tampa Bay, Florida. An 8th-degree black belt, John offers a variety of courses, including Student Safety, Real Estate Agent Safety, Anti-Abduction, and Customized Self Defense. He also provides training in Verbal Defense, Public Speaking, and Leadership. Dubbed the "Teacher of Teachers" by Martial Arts World magazine, John has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, on the A&E Network, and the Dr. Oz Show.
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    You have to stay calm, be focused, and try to deescalate the situation. Most fights can be avoided with a verbal de-escalation and emotional control. A calm, cooperative attitude can often throw off someone who’s looking for a fight, as they’re usually expecting your aggression in return. Remember that physical force should only ever be used as a last resort. And it's not about "winning" a confrontation—it's about keeping yourself safe and walking away with dignity.
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    How can I be dominant using eye contact?
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    Look intently into the other person's eyes without looking away. Try to look down at them and force them to look away first.
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    How can I make people scared when they look at me?
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    When someone notices you looking at them, do not look away. They will think something is wrong with you and be creeped out and unsure if they are safe or not.
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    How do I make the other person feel outsmarted?
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    To make the person feel outsmarted, try adding a small smirk or sarcastic/insincere smile to go along with it.
  • Question
    Will glasses affect my stare?
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    No. If you have a truly evil stare, glasses won't affect you at all. They may make you even scarier.
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    Does twitching my head or eyes add to the stare?
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    Possibly, but it depends on how well you execute it. You want to give the person a full-body shiver.
  • Question
    Will this work for a play?
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    For sure. Make it super exaggerated so everyone in the audience can see it.
  • Question
    I can't glare without smiling. How can I stop doing this?
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    Bite the inside of your cheek. It's painful but will keep you from smiling.
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    How do I get a glare if all I can manage is a kind of malicious look? How can I look like I am truly angry?
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    Bring your eyebrows low and practice. The more you practice, the more angry you will be able to look. Also, think of things that make you angry. This will make the look more authentic.
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    How can I use eye contact with a verbal bully to make them back down?
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    Cultivating internal confidence is essential. Practice feeling powerful by visualizing a successful interaction. When confronting a verbal bully, maintain direct eye contact with a confident, unwavering expression. Projecting an aura of self-assurance and composure can often communicate a refusal to be intimidated, prompting them to back down.
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    How do I make my eyes look stronger all the time without being angry?
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    Use mascara.
  • Question
    How do I look as evil as possible?
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    Try a resting bitch face. It works. Also, it helps if you just think of something that makes you angry, not just a little angry, but extremely angry. So angry that it's like you're about to explode.
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    How do I handle someone who won't stop staring at me?
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    If it becomes a big problem, ask them to stop and tell somebody who is in a position of power over them.
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    I keep bursting into laughter after about 5 seconds! I really need to perfect this.
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    You've just got to practice, practice, practice until you get it. Take a deep breath and imagine you're putting on a mask. The laughter is on the inside, but on the outside you've got that perfect cold stare. It's not easy but it's awesome when you get there!
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    Does tilting my head while squinting my eyes also make me look scary or evil?
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    It honestly depends on how you do it. If you are completely rotating your head, that won't look very intimidating, but a slight angle can provide a nice touch. As for squinting your eyes, don't overdo it.
  • Question
    What do I do if a person is to weak from the evil stare, but want them to know that I'm irritated with them?
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    Destroy them with the stare. Stare them down until they shatter and flee.
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    I cannot make my eyebrows look angry, it just looks like I'm confused or about to cry. What do I do?
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    If you can't make them look angry, go for more of a relaxed look. It might be creepier, or it might show that you are confident in your anger.
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    What if I don't even need to do this? Like, I just turn and look at someone and they start to back away?
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    Then congratulations, you have a resting evil face and don’t need to work on it.
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    Would an evil laugh work as well?
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    It could, especially when paired with your perfect evil stare.
  • Question
    Will an evil stare convince someone to do something for me?
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    Probably not. Even so, trying to intimidate someone into doing something for you is manipulative and as such, should be behavior that's avoided.
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    What should I do if someone is staring at me uncomfortably?
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    If someone is staring at you uncomfortably, you can choose to make brief eye contact, look away, or move to a different location. If you feel unsafe, remove yourself from the situation.
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    How can I be distinctive when developing my evil stare?
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    To make your evil stare distinctive, incorporate unique physical or vocal elements. You might tilt your head, add a subtle sound, or adopt a particular stance, such as crossing your arms or a characteristic movement.
  • Question
    How do I send shivers to my enemy?
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    Once they notice that you are staring at them, don't take your eyes off them. When they see you won't stop, they will back off and think that you're a creep. They will think they are not safe when around you. You can do this to a bully as well to make them back off. However, doing it to a bully might make them blame you for bullying them, so be careful.
  • Question
    How can I make another person uncomfortable?
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    You can make someone uncomfortable by maintaining prolonged eye contact; adding a subtle smirk will often intensify this effect.
  • Question
    I am dealing with a bully at school; what can I do to deter them?
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    Spend time with a group of friends. Having other people around can discourage a bully, especially if your friends are supportive.
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    I wonder if a completely emotionless face and eyes can constitute a "death stare." My friends tell me that my expressionless look is more intimidating than when I frown or show other emotions.
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    If an emotionless expression achieves the intimidating effect you desire, then it is an effective form of a "death stare" for you.
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    I have an issue where one of my eyebrows doesn't lower as much as the other, making my stare less intimidating. What can I do?
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    Raise the lower eyebrow to match the height of the other one, or lower the higher eyebrow. Adding a slight smile can also make it look creepier.
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    How do I show them I am not scared of them?
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    Act confident. Even if you aren't, this will make them think you are scarier than you actually are. Clench your fists to keep your hands from shaking and widen your stance to seem bigger. This will also help you keep your balance if the situation escalates.
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    What should I do if the evil stare doesn't work during a confrontation?
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    If the stare doesn't work, try taking a deep breath and walking away. It's best to show them that your time is too valuable to waste on people like them.
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    How can I take off my glasses in a menacing and threatening way?
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    Hold the glasses by the frames around the lenses and remove them slowly, maintaining eye contact as you set them down.
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