If you follow me on Twitter, you saw this weekend I bought the new video game, Guitar Hero Aerosmith. Yet, here it is, one day after having the video game — and I would rather be sitting in front of my computer writing, reading, creating something, shooting photos, video, chatting (etc). It’s so hard to believe my own love for video games isn’t as passionate as it used to be. Now don’t get me wrong, I still really enjoy shredding a song on Guitar Hero or driving recklessly in Grand Theft Auto IV (among other things). But what surprises even myself, is that I’m not as entertained with my traditional hobbies as I used to be. Beating a “level” or mastering a video game technique just isn’t enough anymore. Watching TV for the sake of watching is painful (DVR is my friend). Sitting through a bad movie isn’t acceptable (I walk out or turn it off).

Call it impatience. Call it high expectations. Call me a product of technology. Call it selfishness. But I find myself wanting more out of life.

I think when comes down to it, I want to spend my time where it makes the most impact. I’d much rather further my knowledge reading online, commenting on blogs, or volunteering my time in the community to help someone, something or just myself. I might just be declaring the obvious — but it really has been a big shift for me. For example, I’ve already started planning a party my friends and I throw ever year and have turned it into a full-blown charity benefit (Ugly Sweater Christmas Party benefiting Toys for Tots). I’m reading more than ever and taking advantages of learning from as much as I can from friends, family, and co-workers.

I’m not sure how long this “attitude” is going to last — but for now, its sure feels like I’m in the right “state of mind“.
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