WildHorses said:
Now, technically, that could be considered an assault (depending upon my state of mind)!

Just in case anyone is keeping track.

I understand it's an attempt at humor but not funny.
Sarcasm is a wonderful tool. Unfortunately, I see you completely missed my point. I love people that think words solve everything and there NEVER is a need for violence. I wonder how much they'll take before they'll figure out that some people aren't going to listen to "please stop," no matter how many times they say it.
Not everyone is naturally good and some will hurt you no matter what you say, or who you are. These people don't yield to reason or emotional pleas, they yield to force. In those instances, force is only bargaining chip you have- and you can only use what you have.
I find that pacifists have shielded lives and have never had to deal with this and are too narrow-minded to understand it. So, I explain it. Not because I care whether or not they understand, or to give them tools to deal a situation they might one day encounter, but because of the morbid pleasure I take watching their reactions.
For the record, I've got way too much to risk by committing petty crimes- no matter how fun they might sound. Technically, considering that an assualt, would make someone an idiot, and show the weakness of their mind and character.