I dont think its weird, but at the same time i do. People tell me that baseball is the only thing i talk about, and that im "Obsessed" with it.They also tell me that im a freak about it. I just want to know if its even possible to be obsessed with "baseball"? and if it is...Is it weird? Or is it that im just too Focused on my dream?
They also think that because i work out daily, and go running daily, is another reason im obsessed with it. IDK what you people think of it.
Agree?Disagree? Thoughts?
2007-10-08 19:23:13 · 5 answers · asked by Frederick. A 2 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
Sure, it's possible to become obsessed with something. Look at people who have OCD.
From what you've described, though, I'm not sure that you're "obsessed" to the point that you would be considered mentally ill. It sounds like you have a goal, and you're working very hard to achieve it.
In my opinion, though, it might be helpful for you to broaden your interests for two reasons:
One, if you are planning to become a professional baseball player, keep in mind that the reality is that very few actually make it. Talented as you may be, there's A LOT of competition. Having a back-up plan would be a good idea.
And, two, whether you do make it or not, if you want to socialize with anyone other than avid baseball fans, you're going to have to learn something about other subjects.
I wish you the best of luck in reaching your dream. :-)
2007-10-08 20:34:02 · answer #1 · answered by Lee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the times obsessions connotes negative thoughts.
I say, you are obsessed when you do it in a wrong way. And seems to me, you are not doing anything wrong. But when you hurt someone else or your self because of your too much liking in baseball then that would be obsession. Let say, have to rob people to have money to buy you ticket in a baseball match; that would be considered obsession.
There's nothing wrong in working out daily and go running just to stay in shape. Atheletes do that but they are not obsessed either. So, as long as you don't abuse others and your self just to watch a baseball game, you don't have to worry. So, long as you still have time for others like work, family, you are just passionate about baseball.
Maybe you're friends are just tired of listening to you talked about baseball so why not tone down a bit. Talk about other things other than baseball.
2007-10-09 03:49:42 · answer #2 · answered by yamier 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can be obsessed with something. I'm obsessed with Hello Kitty. Anything with her face on it is immediately on my "Buy Now" list.
Being obsessed about something isn't always negative. You are obsessed about something because you are really passionate about it.
If you work out just to stay in shape, that has nothing to do with baseball. If you work out to be in good shape to play baseball...you might be a little obsessed. Again, nothing wrong with it.
However, if its annoying your friends, you should probably tone it down. I would get annoyed if my friends talked about their hobbies 24/7.
2007-10-09 02:31:59 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So you like baseball and you like to work out. Doesn't seem like an obsession to me. I assume that you have other interests as well.
2007-10-09 02:31:27 · answer #4 · answered by Richard B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can get obsessed with something. also you can get ambition mixed up with ability.
2007-10-09 02:33:47 · answer #5 · answered by smartypants 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋