Y ask Why?

I'm really wishing I was at the beach right now. I miss the beach every day. Why?
Because here in reality, I sometimes over analyze my life and other people's lives. As a writer, I can't help but constantly try to figure out what makes people tick.
But once in a while, I need to quit asking why and just allow life to continue down its winding road. I need to take a step back, not question or intervene, and just let life play out.
What about you? Do you love trying to figure out what makes people tick? Then are you a back seat observer or do you throw yourself into the fray?