Would you consider swimming to be a self-involved hobby?
I read an article that said.
"He may be a workaholic, a womanizer, hooked on TV, caught in addictions or self-involved hobbies."
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I worry a bit about the way the question is phrased as it suggest that self-involvement is a negative thing. Yes, it is a self-involved activity but in a good way. Every activity, sport, or hobby in which one seeks to maximize their performance or mastery of an activity by default requires time and commitment. The benefits of health, camaraderie, competition, and enjoyment of the sport makes the commitment of time and effort worthwhile. Admittedly, balance with other areas of your life is needed but that is an ongoing issue for most things in life.
I worry a bit about the way the question is phrased as it suggest that self-involvement is a negative thing. Yes, it is a self-involved activity but in a good way. Every activity, sport, or hobby in which one seeks to maximize their performance or mastery of an activity by default requires time and commitment. The benefits of health, camaraderie, competition, and enjoyment of the sport makes the commitment of time and effort worthwhile. Admittedly, balance with other areas of your life is needed but that is an ongoing issue for most things in life.
