One thing that has always boggled my mind is how many people are into watching sports. I simply can't understand the appeal of watching grown men roll around in the grass, playing with their balls.
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Right.. who wants to watch it lol. I much rather be rolling around with my friends and playing with their balls.
Humans are tribal and competitive. Sports seem to satisfy these two instincts especially in men. When I used to play football there was a great feeling that I couldn’t get anywhere else when I would compete. Sometimes I’d make a big play that helps the team win and be celebrated. Other times, I’d take on a leadership role and try to put other players in the best position to succeed. This builds morale and team chemistry so everyone feels energized and can sometimes beat a team that has more talent. It’s like being in a war but without anyone actually dying.
I get playing sports competitively, but i cant understand passively watching as if vicariously winning through your hero/champion.
Does this not impress you at all?
at a primal level, there’s an individual ego and a collective ego. with sports, the collective ego can be experienced and enjoyed in ways that religion, politics, and other affiliations often fail deeply.
In my youth, I really like sports, especially college football, but as I grew up, got married, started a business, and had kids, it got moved so low down the priority list that I have zero interest anymore. It is more interesting if you know the players and teams and stuff, but it isn't worth my time to even watch a few minutes here and there.