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 There are probably about as many approaches to self-care as there are people trying to practice it! Always remember that just because something works for one person doesn't mean it has to work for you - don't be afraid to switch up your self-care practices if they don't feel good for you.
-//Please check in with yourself before reading the following examples of self care approaches. They include detailed examples and recommendations about physical activities and nutrition that may not be suitable for everyone's needs, in particular when there are competing mental health needs that may need to be seen to first. If you are prone to mental health issues around food or exercise, tending to those needs first may be in your best interest.//
+//Please check in with yourself before reading the following examples of self care approaches. They include detailed examples and recommendations about physical activities and nutrition that may not be suitable for everyone's needs, in particular when there are different mental health needs that may need to be seen to first. If you are prone to mental health issues around food or exercise, tending to those needs first may be in your best interest.//
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 Martial Arts can be a great way to get all of the exercise you need whilst building confidence and learning how to better defend yourself and your friends, family and comrades when in physical danger. It can involve and is complemented by all of the types of exercise above. There are many different types of Martial Arts practices and many many people cross-train in more than one style. Here is a small selection:
-* [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boxing | Boxing]] - Striking with fists - Great for fitness and developing your striking power. A great starting point for all other martial arts. Emphasis on developing good footwork and punching technique.
+  * [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boxing | Boxing]] - Striking with fists - Great for fitness and developing your striking power. A great starting point for all other martial arts. Emphasis on developing good footwork and punching technique.
+  * [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muay_Thai | Muay Thai]] (Thai Kick Boxing) - Striking with fists, elbows, knees and legs - Standing up Grappling (called clinching) - An awesome all-round martial art known as the science of 8 limbs. Probably the most effective system for self defence as it is designed to do the most damage to your opponent with a variety of simple but effective strikes. Has the best shorts :)
-* [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muay_Thai | Muay Thai]] (Thai Kick Boxing) - Striking with fists, elbows, knees and legs - Standing up Grappling (called clinching) - An awesome all-round martial art known as the science of 8 limbs. Probably the most effective system for self defence as it is designed to do the most damage to your opponent with a variety of simple but effective strikes. Has the best shorts :)
+  * [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_jiu-jitsu | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu]] - Grappling - Ground based - A martial art primarily for fighting when on the ground (after taking your opponent to the ground or being taken down yourself). It is highly technical and takes a long to time to get decent at but can save your life in a self defence situation. Most Mixed Martial Arts fighters train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu alongside some form of striking style.
-* [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_jiu-jitsu | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu]] - Grappling - Ground based - A martial art primarily for fighting when on the ground (after taking your opponent to the ground or being taken down yourself). It is highly technical and takes a long to time to get decent at but can save your life in a self defence situation. Most Mixed Martial Arts fighters train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu alongside some form of striking style.
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