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writes:This isn't a problem exactly - i'm more just looking for advice:)I'm in my last year of sixth form college and in a few months will have done all my exams and left. I'm not going to uni (out of choice - i'm sick of education!) but most of my mates are in september so we will all go our seperate ways then. I'm planning to go into the Police but that won't be for at least one year, mabye two. And i was just wondering if anyone has advice on how to meet new people and make new mates before i go into the police as i don't want to have no social life or mates for up to two years! I've got a couple of holidays with my boyfriend and family planned before the end of the year and plan to go travelling by myself for a month or two sometime before i apply to join the police, but for the rest of the time i will be in england and need to go out and meet u new people. But i'm quite shy and not very confident and i'm not one of those people who can just walk into a pub and talk to anybody and everybody, and i'm just a bit scared that i'll spend the whole time before i join the police with no mates! I know it's a bit of a daft question, but does anyone have any advice or experience in making friends from scratch?! Cheers in advance!:)
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reader, Lake +, writes (8 April 2006):
Best way to keep fit and meet people? Do martial arts.
It is a great way to meet people and build your self worth. Many of my friends are in the police and the confidence they gained from the practise of it help their discipline and temperament. Question, many people practise martial arts, but why do those who physically cause trouble tends to never have practised it?
I’ll not recommend what martial arts you should try, as in my belief there is no such thing as a better martial art. It is down to what best for you.
It’s easy to find what clubs around your area by google. Here is a break down from my experiences.
Ju-Jitsu – Practical self defence art (translated “gentle-art” but do not be deceived by its name, for centuries it was a killing art, only lately by introduction of the “new” school has it been re-invented for self defence purposes, mostly used by the police and security forces). Idea – using aggressor’s strength and momentum against them by a system of locks, throws and pressure points.
Judo – Traditionally the sport version of Ju-Jitsu, similar techniques and ideals (translated “gentle-way”). Extremely well taught and easily accessible worldwide – you all seen it in competitions.
Aikido – similar to Ju-Jitsu, but more graceful and more emphasis on movement and locks.
Karate – Open Hand Technique / Open Hand Striking form – Good for hitting stuff with your hands and feet – also well taught and easily accessible world wide.
Tae Kwon Do – Fast and furious kicking techniques – scary but beautiful.
Muay Thai – Hard and fast sport. If you’re hard then this is for you….
Of course this is but a few, there are many out there so test each one out.
Good luck!
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reader, bridget +, writes (5 April 2006):
 Hey there..
Course you can meet new people, Everyone would want a friend like you..
You sound so organised and everything is going to pan for you so you just feel that tad lonely in between..
My advice is that you could join clubs in the meantime though, your
local paper should advertise the likes and theres always joining a gym..
Its like killing 2 birds with the one stone you can get fit and meet new folk at the same time..
Hope this has been of help to you..
Jacqueline
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