I think this difference only lies in the degree of externalization of interest and the degree and influence of interest itself. If a person simply likes English as a language, it may not necessarily change with the lifestyle. If a person likes something, he will understand and accept something related to it, such as western culture. If he is in tune with himself, he will follow, so these foreign things that are different from himself are undoubtedly suitable for this person. Outstanding performance, such as a person's love for China's traditional culture, even traditional Chinese studies and costume traditions, may represent that this culture and even temperament have influenced the whole person or fascinated him.
At this time, the background is revealed from the temperament, so there is no absolute difference between loving me and my dog and loving me and my dog. It is better to understand that someone likes English and western culture is his favorite. The elements in this culture are suitable for this person's inner needs and temperament needs, so he pollutes himself with these.
And some people just like this language, which has little influence compared with daily life. For example, it is too common to want to play your favorite sports after work.
So it is understandable and not contradictory.
A straightforward personal opinion.