Stratagem 20: Muddle the Water to Catch the Fish or Gathering Fish from Troubled Waters
Identification
Creating confusion by doing something surprising or unexpected unnerves people, allowing you to take advantage of the situation.
Example
Thieves coordinate by pulling a fire alarm in a building. Pickpockets then easily steal watches and wallets from those fleeing to the exits in a panic.
Solution
In times of high stress keep your focus and do not panic.