Every culture sets parameters for success and achievement and then encourages it’s citizens to rise to those lofty heights. Competition is often the mechanism through which people attempt to prove their value. There’s nothing wrong with trying your best to excel at something. But the pleasure accompanying winning is short lived. It doesn’t makes you feel intrinsically worthy. You were born worthy. Enhancing your self-esteem in the face of social expectations is the real challenge. Rise to it by honoring your intrinsic value, not making your personal worth depend on outside approval and…
Staying true to you.
Steve and Jarl
