I’ve noticed how often we end up at events or gatherings out of habit, even when we’d rather be doing something else. It’s like there’s this unspoken rule that says we have to show up, whether it’s a team lunch or a holiday party. I’m curious why do we keep doing this instead of just following our own interests? For me, I’d rather spend time diving into a new cipher or catching up on a comic series, but I still feel pulled into these group activities. Does anyone else feel that way? How do you balance what you truly enjoy with these social expectations?