The self-defense, the excercise, the stress release and above all:
The people.
MA'sts tend to get along well with one another and are comfortable with themselves. I've met some of the highest quality people in MA classes from different walks of life whether in law enforcement or engineering. In the outside world people can sink to a lower quality.
Also its just a coincidence, but I think MAists are generally above average intelligence and/or work ethic. They are a cut above the rest. I've seen bad people (mostly non-MAist) cross the line of legality, ethics and while barely avoiding public exposure just to try and rip at quality people.
MAists are people who try to better themselves through effort and improved skill, not manipulation.
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