Is it me?

John Tesh was discussing the concept of "sports fans" the other night on his radio program. He had examples of people painting their bodies and standing on tables shouting at the top of their lungs, rooting for "their team." Apparently, psychologists have determined that people consider their team their family. When their team wins, they win. They have transfered their feelings to a sports team, and if that team loses, they feel as if they have lost.

I admit, I am not a sports fan. In fact, all of my life, I have preferred PLAYING the sport rather than watching it. Personally, I think too many people waste too much time sitting on the sidelines watching other people live life when they should be out IN it. I can appreciate the social element of watching a game, but I think it has completely gotten out of hand. These teams are not our families and should not be more important.

Is it me or as a society have we lost sight of what really matters? We seem to worship these athletes, yet we under pay teachers who are shaping our future. We idolize these sports and the players, buying all the gear to look the part when real-life families are falling apart. Aren't there more important things to give our heart and soul to? Don't get me wrong, it's all entertainment. But, it shouldn't be at the expense of what really matters. I'm a person who strives for balance. What do you think?