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Sports are mainly considered a masculine trait,but I hate sports...bad sign?

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bostonterrier Established Member

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There is 3 things I can't live without, music, my dogs and video games, do you think it is ok?

Woggle Established Member

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I'm not into sports and it never hurt my life in any way.

anne1707 Established Member

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My husband is not interested in sports. When I mention this to other women, they are often very jealous of me because of this :laugh:

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There is 3 things I can't live without, music, my dogs and video games, do you think it is ok?

 

Are you a teenager?

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bostonterrier Established Member

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No, I'm 29.

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Tomorrow my wife and I are throwing a huge Super Bowl party. Two of the men will be in the kitchen drinking beer and chatting with the women while their wives talk stats and scream at the tv with the guys. No one cares. It is how it is every weekend.

You are perfectly ok not conforming to gender stereotypes.

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I think it's good to foster a well rounded life, which also includes some kind of physical activity, for health reasons. Maybe there is some sport that would appeal to you if you tried something new. I would recommend experimenting with some new activities. Being too sedentary is not really healthy. Your body needs physical activity also. It's also good for your brain to be physically active. If team sports don't appeal to you, there are certainly individual sports you could try. It's also a good outlet for relieving stress and boosting mood. Exercise produces endorphins which improve a person's mood.

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It's fine with me. The only interest I have in the Super Bowl is hoping that Peyton Manning gets to leave the NFL on top like Ray Lewis did last year.

 

Outside of that, I don't really care enough for the game to expand any more effort into it. I rather be sleeping and working instead.

 

In fact, considering how much people like to get into sports (which is funny since they have no influence over the game outside of watching it and spending big bucks), I consider it a strength if you aren't a huge sports fan.

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Not sure how your post about dogs, video games and music sync up with not loving sports.

 

I have dated one man who was as "manly" as it got but he wasn't a sports fan either and it didn't impact his life negatively at all.

 

As for if it is "ok" for you to not be able to live without music, dogs and video games, not sure what you mean if it's okay.

 

Just for my personal taste, I guess I'd find that list to be an odd list personally. Particularly the video games aspect. For my own taste I wouldn't be into a man who is almost 30 and felt video games were in his top 3 "can't live without" things. But not every woman feels that way, so if you're comfortable with this that's what counts.

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Shepp Established Member

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I've got a mate who doesn't like sport (had never herd of the Olympics till 2012 :confused::eek:) - its never seemed to impact on his relationship status (although it may make an impact on the women he attracts - none of them have ever liked sport either).

 

I totally live and breath sport, my life spins round it......so I could rule out a relationship with every girl on the planet who doesn't like sport (there's a fair few of them, soi think it evens out really).

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Sure its ok. You had my vote at dogs! Puppybowl X is Sunday. :bunny:

 

I know guys not Into sports who are fit energetic active and masculine. I know couch potatoes not into sports too. But are still plenty masculine.

 

I also know some gay guys who are totally into football. Hubby loves to watch football but not all guys do.

 

My husband has some feminine qualities. So others have said from time time to time. My family thought he was gay because he loved arcade games and theater. He won awards for his photography and made his own costumes for different events. He also attends sci-fi conventions (now known as Comic-Con) and was not active in sports.

 

He laughed at that because he is the most secure person I've ever seen. He let the tongues wag because he is happy and confident with his sexuality (a little prudish for my taste but...), and confident with his masculinity.

 

Be happy with yourself. Don't worry too much about the opinions of others.

 

Hubby and I have been together about 30 years. He introduced me to the things he likes. I enjoy Comic-Con but not video games. We both adore dogs and picked up two on our wedding night and spent the night finding shelter for them. Our live of dogs has nourished our souls and continually bonds us. Im not angry or hurt when he plays video games. He needs that time to himself. He's not hurt or angry if I spend some time alone lost in a good book. And neither of us care that some may consider him effeminate or un-manly. WE know better. And he knew better before he met me. He was 32 when he found his perfect match----me!:D

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Tayla Established Member

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Thanks Hokey for the reminder about the Puppy Bowl! I love that series each year!!

 

As to the sports, I see nothing wrong with someone not liking sports be it participating or being an active fan. One can get excercise other ways :) Rock climbing and rowing boats come to mind.

 

 

Find your passions and enjoy them!

 

Unless your passion is stalking or something weird and creepy, then I'd suggest seeing a Doc or sumptin :)

*Tongue in cheek humor*

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One can get excercise other ways :) Rock climbing and rowing boats come to mind.

 

Rowing & climbing are sports ;):p

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You don't have to conform to gender stereotypes just because of the genitalia you were born with.

 

That being said, when you say you 'hate sports' I assume you mean you're not a football fan or whatever, which is totally fine. Most people desire a mate whom they can do at least SOME outdoorsy stuff with, though. Are you fine with hiking, nature walks, cycling, etc, or do you only stay indoors all the time?

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bostonterrier Established Member

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I used to go to bars to drink and watch UFC fights, but I don't enjoy UFC anymore.

 

You don't have to conform to gender stereotypes just because of the genitalia you were born with.

 

That being said, when you say you 'hate sports' I assume you mean you're not a football fan or whatever, which is totally fine. Most people desire a mate whom they can do at least SOME outdoorsy stuff with, though. Are you fine with hiking, nature walks, cycling, etc, or do you only stay indoors all the time?

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There are LOTS of men who aren't into sports, or are casual fans at best. It's nowhere near as uncommon as some people think. For many people, events like the Super Bowl are often just social events for a bunch of friends to get together at someone's house, eat wings, drink beer and have fun...kind of like Labor Day or even the 4th of July (during the day). The actual game is secondary...they pay attention to it but don't pay THAT much attention to it.

 

Couples where the man is into sports and his wife/GF isn't are also very common, and for many of them it isn't a big deal; their relationship is working well and they are happy. No need to have everything in common, y'know...

 

Most of the guys I work with aren't big sports fans...they may do the occasional round of golf, but that's about it.

 

I on the other hand am a big sports fan and can't wait for kickoff later today.

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Rowing & climbing are sports ;):p

 

Do you like to point out the obvious or is this just something you do as a sport? :D

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Tayken Established Member

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No need to have everything in common, y'know...
Just to clarify...SEX is definitely one of those "everything" couples need to have in common? :bunny::p
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Rowing & climbing are sports ;):p

 

I used to go to bars to drink and watch UFC fights, but I don't enjoy UFC anymore.

See, those to me are the great sports. Maybe it's just that since I was a little boy, they drummed into my head that you HAVE to love the big 3 (in USA, that's football, baseball and basketball). Firstly, I was never a kid to think the way I was told.

And I don't hate the big 3, I appreciate the skill and stamina very much - but I'd rather watch bobsledding. Let's see Lebron do THAT.

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Shepp Established Member

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Do you like to point out the obvious or is this just something you do as a sport? :D

:cool:

 

See, those to me are the great sports. Maybe it's just that since I was a little boy, they drummed into my head that you HAVE to love the big 3 (in USA, that's football, baseball and basketball). Firstly, I was never a kid to think the way I was told.

And I don't hate the big 3, I appreciate the skill and stamina very much - but I'd rather watch bobsledding. Let's see Lebron do THAT.

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This is it - I want my sons to love sport because it brings so much to your life, it teaches you important stuff, it keeps you fit, and it enriches your world.

But if they were to grow up and not share my love for football - that's okay, because sports 50% passion, we'll just find something they are passionate for be it boxing, kayaking, racing stock cars, racing horses, ice hockey or even bobsledding.

 

(Plus with lesser known sports you cut the field so you technically have a much better chance of reaching the dizzy heights at the top of your game!)

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There is 3 things I can't live without, music, my dogs and video games, do you think it is ok?

No biggie. I know a bunch of guys who arent much into sports. You like what you like dude.

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Nothing to worry about. I've never been a sports fan either.

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