I used to swim with a good friend, or rather hang out in my apartment pool with her. Even though i usually swim by myself, i was in my element and it was fine having her there. I joined her once in her club pool for a water aerobics class, and i also felt in my element there.

That feeling of "being in my element" was kinda new to me in this situation, and was only brought out by there being another point of reference (her). I was like, "i DO this, i SWIM. I am WITH the water."

So i might do it to see what new feelings i might experience, what new parts it might draw out of me.

OTOH, i have a hard time attending classical music concerts in person. With a friend is even worse. With a guest violinist bobbing and weaving front and center i want my money back! I have to close my eyes to be able to hear the music.

Eta - there is a block between me and the friend. So take that.