On the other hand I'm sure there were people who made a choice not to come. They said I'll watch reruns of ER or the Lumberjack Olympics. I'd be willing to bet that after one month they had a deep sense of dissatisfaction. The TV shows provided gratification but they didn't lead to peace and fulfillment. Much of life comes down to discerning what is gratifying versus what is enduring.
Gratification leads to a short-term pleasure followed by questioning and even guilt.
The enduring consists of that while initially challenging, leads to our growth and peace. I'm all for the Super Bowl. But as I watch it I know it will teach me a few lessons. Monday morning we will have a new champion and a new hero. I know how quickly that fame will fade.