WEAPONIZING your IDENTITY!

Whenever a confrontation is brewing between you and a stranger, it most likely stems from an initial lack of comfort instilling communication between you, and regardless of whose fault it may be, it's about to become a problem for both of you.

A great way to de-escalate a situation such as this is to calmly rewind things back to the beginning and politely offer your name. This gesture can interrupt the momentum of your foe's growing anger, while additionally confusing him with the task of wondering why you would introduce yourself to him during an awkward moment.

Watch this video to learn more. You'd be surprised at how much power identifying yourself can have.