Fanhood To Manhood: Shock Therapy For The Recovering Sports Fanatic

The preseason buildup, the rivalry games, the playoffs. The thrill of rooting for a team that might break your heart, but that might vindicate your allegiance, too. The group pride (our tribe vs. their tribe - bring it on), the pageantry, the drama, the tension and release. Being a sports fan has an understandable allure. However, there's a dark side. Wins may lift you onto cloud nine, but losses throw you into a funk. And after a while, wins alone aren't enough. If it's not an underdog comeback win against a rival on the road in the championship game, who even cares? To avoid fellow fans' scorn ("Fairweather traitor!"), you remain loyal, regardless of how much sillier it feels with each passing season. But you wonder, "Is it foolish to cheer for men pursuing their dreams rather than pursuing my own? Would my life be more satisfying, authentic, worthwhile if the time and energy I spend obsessing over a group of strangers were spent on my own goals (or simply doing my own thing)? Would I be happier, more content - my life overall better - if I could shake this fanhood addiction?" Being a sports fan can be a fun hobby. But it can also turn toxic. I can't decide for you whether your relationship with your team is worth it. But if you're ready to quit, this is how. Welcome to the path of fanhood to manhood.

Author: Tommy Knoxville

Publisher: Notaed Press

Publication Date: May 24, 2019

Number of Pages: 247 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 0989254275

ISBN-13: 9780989254274