Index & Quick‑Start (Attack Types & Countermeasures)
Overview
This page is your control tower for Module 11. It maps the ten attack patterns, links to each deep‑dive, and gives you a 60‑second protocol, emergency scripts, and a printable cheat‑sheet style summary. Bookmark and pin it where you plan from.
60‑Second Defense Ladder (use in any attack)
- Name it (pattern recognition calms the system): “This is [Exhaust/Divide/Starve…].”
- Slow time (breath + pause): one long exhale; no live decisions.
- Shift channel (to writing or structured): “Please put that in writing.”
- Baseline check (compare to your policies/containers).
- Decide (protocol step): proceed under terms • counter‑offer • pause • exit.
- Recap (evidence): send a short written summary; file it.
Table of Contents
- 1. One‑Page Summary Table (10 patterns)
- 2. Clickable Index (open the deep‑dives)
- 3. Which Attack Is This? (recognition flow)
- 4. Emergency Scripts Pack (copy/paste)
- 5. Somatic Micro‑Drills (10×5‑minute resets)
- 6. Prevention Structures Checklist
- 7. Tool Allies Cheat‑Sheet (stones as anchors)
- 8. Integrations (connect to other modules)
- 9. FAQs
- 10. Closing: The Apex Stance
1. One‑Page Summary Table (10 patterns)
| Icon | Pattern | Purpose (in one line) | Fast Recognition | First Move | Go‑To Script |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🪫 | 11.01 Exhaust | Drain clarity & decisiveness. | Endless “urgent” pings; sleep erosion. | Name it → Triage → Low‑Power Mode. | “This requires a new time slot.” |
| 🧩 | 11.02 Divide | Cut you off from allies. | “They said…”, backchannels, secrets. | Collapse triangles; joint threads. | “Let’s keep this on a shared thread.” |
| 🚱 | 11.03 Starve | Deny time/money/info/reach. | Slow‑pay; access bottlenecks. | Map → Diversify → MVF. | “Work resumes once the prerequisite is restored.” |
| 🎯 | 11.04 Ambush | Catch you off‑guard. | Surprise call; public “gotcha.” | Acknowledge now; answer later (written). | “Please put that in writing.” |
| 🌫️ | 11.05 Smear | Seed distrust; waste your energy. | Rumors; quote‑mining. | Receipts → One‑and‑done → Results. | “Here are the facts & documentation.” |
| ⏱️ | 11.06 Rush/Coerce | Force a yes; bypass consent. | Fake deadlines; shame hooks. | 24‑hour rule; written brief. | “I don’t commit under time pressure.” |
| 🌀 | 11.07 Gaslight/Confuse | Make you doubt your reality. | “I never said that”; moving goalposts. | Externalize; mirror; yes/no confirm. | “Do you confirm the record dated [date]?” |
| 🕸️ | 11.08 Entangle | Bind you into open‑ended work. | “One more thing…”, blurred roles. | Name scope; define edges; convert to proposal. | “That’s outside scope; here’s an option & rate.” |
| 🪝 | 11.09 Bait & Escalate | Provoke overreaction to weaponize it. | Insults in “feedback”; public tags. | Don’t bite; de‑audience; terms or exit. | “I’m available for respectful, fact‑based convo.” |
| 🔍 | 11.10 Impersonate/Clone | Confuse audience; siphon trust. | Look‑alike handles/domains; fake DMs. | Verify; report; PSA; harden perimeter. | “Official channels are listed here: [link].” |
2. Clickable Index (open the deep‑dives)
- 11.01 — Exhaust (Energy Erosion)
- 11.02 — Divide (Isolation & Triangulation)
- 11.03 — Starve (Resource Denial)
- 11.04 — Ambush (Surprise & Gotcha)
- 11.05 — Smear (Reputation Attack)
- 11.06 — Rush / Coerce (Speed Trap)
- 11.07 — Gaslight / Confuse (Reality Distortion)
- 11.08 — Entangle (Scope Creep & Dependency)
- 11.09 — Bait & Escalate (Provocation Trap)
- 11.10 — Impersonate / Clone (Identity Theft & Dilution)
3. Which Attack Is This? (recognition flow)
- Is there time pressure? If yes → Rush/Coerce 11.06. If pressure hides a surprise stage → Ambush 11.04.
- Is your clarity/energy crashing? Endless “urgent” pings, sleep loss → Exhaust 11.01.
- Are allies being split or messages relayed? “They said…”, secrets → Divide 11.02.
- Are payments/access/info being slowed or withheld? → Starve 11.03.
- Is your reputation targeted? Rumors/quote‑mining → Smear 11.05. Insults/provocation → Bait 11.09.
- Is your reality being denied? Goalposts move; “you misremember” → Gaslight 11.07.
- Are commitments expanding without consent? “One more thing…” → Entangle 11.08.
- Is someone posing as you? Clone handles/domains → Impersonate 11.10.
4. Emergency Scripts Pack (copy/paste)
Universal Bridge
- “Received. Please put that in writing; I’ll respond by [time].”
Scope & Time
- “That requires a new time slot.”
- “No same‑day scope changes. We can schedule a review.”
Evidence & Record
- “Here’s what was agreed on [date] ([link]). Do you confirm?”
- “We’ll centralize updates here: [link].”
Reputation & Provocation
- “We’ve posted the facts here: [link]. Further replies would be redundant.”
- “I’m available for a respectful, fact‑based conversation.”
Exit Lines
- “We’re not aligning on respectful terms. I’m stepping away.”
- “Work pauses until [prerequisite] is restored.”
5. Somatic Micro‑Drills (10×5‑minute resets)
| Pattern | Reset (5 min) |
|---|---|
| Exhaust | 6 breaths (4‑in/6‑out), shoulder rolls, eyes closed 60s; water + salt pinch; 10‑min walk scheduled. |
| Divide | Hand on heart; breathe; name one ally to contact today; send a “shared thread” invite. |
| Starve | Write top 3 feeders; choose one redundancy; one micro‑move now. |
| Ambush | Box breathing 4×4×4×4; draft a one‑line acknowledgment; schedule response block. |
| Smear | Write a 3‑line truth; read slowly with 4‑6 breathing; touch ground. |
| Rush/Coerce | 10 slow exhales; write: “I decide after review.” Send request for brief. |
| Gaslight/Confuse | Feet on floor; list 3 indisputable facts; draft a mirror sentence. |
| Entangle | Write one boundary sentence; choose proposal • schedule • exit; send it. |
| Bait & Escalate | Shake limbs 60s; three long sighs; write a neutral one‑liner; mute thread; schedule reply. |
| Impersonate/Clone | Audit “Official Channels” list; pin it; add PSA note; turn on 2FA/passkeys. |
6. Prevention Structures Checklist
Time & Energy
- Office hours, reply SLAs, focus blocks protected.
- Notification batching; “no live decisions” policy.
Money & Scope
- Deposits/milestones; pause clause for late invoices.
- Written SOW; scope‑change form; published rates (incl. rush).
Access & Records
- 2FA/passkeys; two admins per system; shared vault.
- Meeting minutes/recaps within 24h; single source of truth.
Reach & Reputation
- Email list (owned); platform is rented land.
- Policy/press page; comment moderation; testimonials ethics.
Brand Perimeter
- Verification page; DM disclaimers; domain variants; DMARC enforced.
- Watermarks on key assets; “Where to Buy” page.
7. Tool Allies Cheat‑Sheet (stones as anchors)
| Pattern | Tool Ally | Anchor Phrase |
|---|---|---|
| Exhaust | Amber + Smoky Quartz | “Steady now; low‑power mode.” |
| Divide | Black Tourmaline | “One thread; no triangles.” |
| Starve | Tiger’s Eye + Pyrite | “Protect the flow.” |
| Ambush | Obsidian | “Acknowledge now; answer later.” |
| Smear | Amethyst | “Say it clean; show receipts.” |
| Rush/Coerce | Hematite | “I move at truth’s pace.” |
| Gaslight/Confuse | Selenite | “I state simple truth.” |
| Entangle | Black Tourmaline | “Edges create ease.” |
| Bait & Escalate | Labradorite | “Only what’s mine sticks.” |
| Impersonate/Clone | Clear Quartz | “Only clear signals.” |
Note: These are symbolic anchors for ritual and focus, not medical or legal tools.
8. Integrations (connect to other modules)
- Module 5 — Protective Protocols: Run the 12‑Minute Shield & Clear before tough conversations.
- Module 8 — Communication: De‑escalation tone; “acknowledge → assert → evidence” cadence.
- Module 9 — Resilient Ops: Contracts/SOWs, access standards, verification/press pages.
- Module 10 — Nervous‑System Skills: Breathwork, grounding, and pacing for decision quality.
9. FAQs
What if I’m hit by multiple attacks at once?
Use the Defense Ladder (name → slow → shift → baseline → decide). Then handle in order of risk: safety → cashflow/access → reputation → time.
How do I choose between “pause” and “exit”?
If the other party can align with clear terms, pause. If they refuse terms or attack your reality, exit and document.
Can I keep compassion while being firm?
Yes—make it policy‑based rather than personal. Short, kind, and firm protects everyone.
10. Closing: The Apex Stance
Power isn’t loud—it’s clear. You don’t out‑shout attacks; you out‑structure them.
With names for the patterns and protocols for response, you protect your energy and the people you serve. Keep this page pinned. Practice the micro‑drills. When the moment comes, you’ll already be standing where clarity lives.
Navigation
Jump directly to the next article you need:
- Exhaust • Divide • Starve • Ambush • Smear
- Rush/Coerce • Gaslight/Confuse • Entangle • Bait & Escalate • Impersonate/Clone
Educational content only. This is not a substitute for professional legal, medical, psychological, or security advice. Practice within your scope and consult qualified professionals where appropriate.
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