Competing with Yourself

When we are satisfied with our life, we do not look for experiences of winning and losing to define our self-worth. [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Competing with Yourself]( When we are satisfied with our life, we do not look for experiences of winning and losing to define our self-worth. The urges that drive us to compete with others tend to be straightforward. Years of both evolution and societal influences have shaped us to pit ourselves against our peers. The needs and desires that inspire us to compete with ourselves, however, are entirely personal and thus far more complex. A need to outdo our earlier efforts—to confirm that we have grown as individuals—can motivate us to reach new heights of accomplishment. We are capable of using our past achievements as a foundation from which we venture confidently into the unknown. Yet if this drive to compete with our former selves is the result of low self-worth or a need to prove ourselves to others, even glowing successes can feel disheartening. Examining why we compete with ourselves enables us to positively identify those contests that will enrich our existence. There are many reasons we strive to outdo ourselves. When we are ambitious in our quest for growth, we are driven to set and meet our own expectations. We do not look to external experiences of winning and losing to define our sense of self-worth. Rather, we are our own judges and coaches, monitoring our progress and gauging how successful we have become. Though we seek the thrill of accomplishment tirelessly, we do so out of a legitimate need to improve the world or to pave the way for those who will follow in our footsteps. Be careful, though, that your competitiveness is not the result of an unconscious need to show others that you are capable of meeting and then exceeding their standards. Consider, too, that successful efforts that would be deemed more than good enough when evaluated from an external perspective may not satisfy our inner judge, who can drive us ruthlessly. In order to attain balance, we have to learn the art of patience even as we strive to achieve our highest vision of who we are. When we feel drained, tense, or unhappy as we pursue our goals, it may be that we are pushing ourselves for the wrong reasons. Our enthusiasm for our endeavors will return as soon as we recall that authentic evolution is a matter not of winning but of taking pride in our progress at any pace.   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Inspired Living Over 40]( By Ana Caban In this empowering course, fitness and wellness expert Ana Cabán will teach you how to live your best life and go after what truly moves you at 40 and beyond. With short, daily exercises and tools, you’ll learn how to wake up feeling excited to take on the day and have actionable guidance to put your well-being at the forefront. By the end, you’ll have everything you need to gain a new sense of confidence and cultivate love in your mind, body, and soul. [Learn More](   New Courses - [Soul-to-Soul Communication With Animals]( - [Powerful Wisdom to End Your Financial Worries]( - [The Binaural Beat Method for Better Sleep]( - [The Intuitive Power Behind Angel Numbers]( Join us on Instagram #DailyOM Transformational courses, holistic resources, and wellness community for healthy living. Find your OM today! [Follow Us]( Join us on Instagram #DailyOM Transformational courses, holistic resources, and wellness community for healthy living. Find your OM today! [Follow Us]( Top 10 Courses 1. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 2. [Gentle Exercises to Eliminate Your Neck Hump]( 3. [Beneficial Stretches for the Inflexible]( 4. [Assert Yourself Without Isolating Others]( 5. [Move Your Core, Change Your Life]( 6. [The 2-Week Fascia Miracle]( 7. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 8. [Dancer's Legs in 14 Days]( 9. [From Broken Heart to Healed Heart]( 10. [The Binaural Beat Method for Better Sleep]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you are signed up to receive emails from DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2023 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](