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 And often, unknowingly, we pass this tendency on to our children.

One morning, while jogging, I noticed someone ahead of me on the trail. The person was about a quarter of a mile in front, running at a much slower pace. Instinctively, I set my sights on catching up to him. With a mile left before my planned turn, I decided to pick up the pace. Block by block, I closed the gap. First, I was 100 yards behind, then 50, and soon, I could almost feel the victory within my grasp. I pushed myself even harder as if I was competing in the final leg of the Olympics. And then, I did it—I passed him.

 A surge of satisfaction flooded me. "I could beat him!" I thought, revelling in the triumph. And the kicker is—he had no idea we were racing.

 After my small, self-imposed victory, I realized something unsettling. I had been so focused on catching up to him that I practically missed my turn. By the time I noticed, I was already six blocks off course. Not only did I lose my way, but I also added unnecessary distance to my run and had to turn around and go back.

 This got me thinking—isn't this what happens when we focus on competing with co-workers, neighbours, friends, or family members, trying to outdo them or prove that we are more successful or important? We spend our time and energy running after them, and in doing so, we miss out on our paths to our God-given destinies. We chase their successes, possessions, and lives, and in doing so, we stray from our unique journey. This tendency to race, and this unhealthy competition is a trap—a never-ending cycle.

There will always be somebody ahead of you—someone with a fancier house, a more impressive persona, a more prestigious job, a bigger car, a more robust bank account, better education, a prettier spouse, or seemingly better-behaved children, etc. But the truth is: Life isn’t a race against others; it is a race against yourself. Realize that you can be the best you can be. You are not competing with anyone; you are your only competitor. Your goal should be to be the best version of yourself, not to outdo someone else. Take pride in who you are—your talents, and unique qualities. Embrace the life you’ve been given and run your race.

There is no competition in destiny. Stay on your path, and wish others well on theirs. After all, the only finish line that truly matters is the one you cross while being fully yourself.

Learning: Do not get distracted by the race others are running. Focus on your path, and you will find fulfillment not in beating someone else, but in becoming the best version of yourself.

 

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