Not a Jock....
Ted,
Because of the public assault in kindergarten and the resulting misunderstandings, I forbid myself to think of myself as a boy. I couldn't allow myself to be in proximity to any other boys, the comparison was to shameful, my failings to big. As a result, I rejected everything that was associated with being a boy. My mind went blank and numb at any discussion of sports or cars. Needless to say I never learned even the basics of most games.
I started bodybuilding 18 months ago and just competed for the first time last weekend. Is it a sport or art is debateable. But it directly compares me with other men. And I was so OK with it.
I think what I want to say is if you are interested in a game, try it. Find a recreational team and give it a go. This isn't about being the best. It's about having fun and reclaiming ourselves.
Because of the public assault in kindergarten and the resulting misunderstandings, I forbid myself to think of myself as a boy. I couldn't allow myself to be in proximity to any other boys, the comparison was to shameful, my failings to big. As a result, I rejected everything that was associated with being a boy. My mind went blank and numb at any discussion of sports or cars. Needless to say I never learned even the basics of most games.
I started bodybuilding 18 months ago and just competed for the first time last weekend. Is it a sport or art is debateable. But it directly compares me with other men. And I was so OK with it.
I think what I want to say is if you are interested in a game, try it. Find a recreational team and give it a go. This isn't about being the best. It's about having fun and reclaiming ourselves.