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Take up a sport! I “sucked” at sports when I was at school, or at least that’s what the dynamics of school sports taught me. Turned out to be wrong, and actua

Take up a sport! I “sucked” at sports when I was at school, or at least that’s what the dynamics of school sports taught me. Turned out to be wrong, and actually it’s a just a matter of investing the time and effort to get good at something. There’s a sport out there for every body-type, and quite simply the less athletically gifted you are the more you can gravitate towards “skill” sports where that matters a lot less. The great thing about most sports is that they also come with a social scene that you can get involved in, and it becomes a whole enjoyable lifestyle. I also love the fact that sport is completely measurable compared to working life. Did I do a good job at work? Who’s to say, you’d probably need to wait 5 years to see the actual outcome, and it would be a matter of opinion. In most sports the result is clear, measurable and final. You did or you did not. End of story. I find it very satisfying.

matthewwolfe 4y ago
To add to this, most sports have adult recreational leagues that have multiple levels based on skill. I played in a hockey league and the lowest level had people that were just learning to skate and the highest level was people who played in college, etc. Is it ridiculous to play a game where everyone is an absolute beginner? For sure, it’s hilarious. But everyone is on the same level and there’s a huge amount of camaraderie that develops as a result. People from all walks of life skating around and falling on their asses, makes for a great time.
- BTBurke 4y ago
  Been playing in beer leagues for a long time. There's one for everyone - whether it's hockey (my vice), baseball, softball, basketball, etc. - just tons of options. It's half about the sport and half the people. I've made lots of friends playing hockey at midnight during the week.

matthewwolfe 4y ago

To add to this, most sports have adult recreational leagues that have multiple levels based on skill. I played in a hockey league and the lowest level had people that were just learning to skate and the highest level was people who played in college, etc. Is it ridiculous to play a game where everyone is an absolute beginner? For sure, it’s hilarious. But everyone is on the same level and there’s a huge amount of camaraderie that develops as a result. People from all walks of life skating around and falling on their asses, makes for a great time.

BTBurke 4y ago
Been playing in beer leagues for a long time. There's one for everyone - whether it's hockey (my vice), baseball, softball, basketball, etc. - just tons of options. It's half about the sport and half the people. I've made lots of friends playing hockey at midnight during the week.