I’ve done both. Actually, I prefer the latter approach.
This email struck me because my friend is not and never has been associated with the military, and seldom ever voices her political opinion.
After 60 years, I learned something new about her!! :o]
If a person is much smaller or weaker than I, kicking them would be uncivilized, no matter how obnoxious they are. If the person is bigger, kicking would be unwise!
And aside from the kicking issue, there are some excellent thoughts in the list.