This is training very few bullies have. When someone is afraid like Fluffy the cat, scaring her is no fun. In fact, it is downright painful. So don't worry about being scared when confronted. Just remember, by putting himself between you and the door, he has offered his nose as a foothold for when you climb over him.
Most people have an unclear concept of the message they are sending as they pass someone.
More specifically, they know what message they want to send, but have no idea how the message they are sending is being received . Many people feel that boldly marching past such a person is the best way. Unfortunately, this often turns into the last great act of defiance as they walk into the lion's jaws. Others feel that stepping aside when such a person approaches in a dark and lonely place would hurt his feelings. So they stand there as the criminal gets into attack position .