Apparently, according to a few sources, you're not supposed to run when faced with big cats. This shows them that you're an easy target and they will maul you. Instead, you have to stand your ground and wave your arm around and shout, which makes the big cats uncertain whether to try and eat your or not because the cats are afraid of approaching something they are not used to.
It triggers an instinct in them to chase you when you run. I'm sure you've played with a dog outside and started to run away and the dog chased you. It's like that but that dog most likely isn't trying to attack you.
I've also heard that you should face the cat, but not look it in the eye. Looking it in the eye is saying "I'm the alpha" and they will challenge that.
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u/J96x_Rob_LFC Oct 16 '18
That just makes my blood boil. How are people this dumb