[Ronn_Bman]

It might help your fighting ability, but I can' imagine it's healthy.

Does it increase resistance to pain? Maybe. It's probably more to do with knowing what to expect. The "known" is always less intimidating than the "unknown".

I have heard nearly every repeat gunshot victim I've had contact with say, "this is nothing compared to the first time." This excludes those shot in a delicate area. Face, fingers, crotch, etc.

I'm going to sign up with the "running away" club.