I'm ultra-competitive, but that's because it's fun. Sure, some of that comes from wanting the acknowledgement of effort, skills, smarts and/or talent. That's the ego wanting the spotlight. But, what's more important is the self-satisfaction, especially if we don't come in first. We are taught to compete at a young age, getting ribbons and trophies and gold stars. What we aren't taught is how we feel about the experience. We aren't taught to look inward, to find self-satisfaction and pride in our effort. We get to do that now, though. (I still get a kick out of my Fiat overtaking a Porsche or the like at the light. Not gonna lie. LOL) You already have all the gold stars, Jackie. xo
Academics were my sports, for sure. Totally get you on this.
Yes! Glad this resonated with you and that we have that in common.
I'm ultra-competitive, but that's because it's fun. Sure, some of that comes from wanting the acknowledgement of effort, skills, smarts and/or talent. That's the ego wanting the spotlight. But, what's more important is the self-satisfaction, especially if we don't come in first. We are taught to compete at a young age, getting ribbons and trophies and gold stars. What we aren't taught is how we feel about the experience. We aren't taught to look inward, to find self-satisfaction and pride in our effort. We get to do that now, though. (I still get a kick out of my Fiat overtaking a Porsche or the like at the light. Not gonna lie. LOL) You already have all the gold stars, Jackie. xo