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Ever caught yourself saying "I want to be better than them"? Today we're flipping the script on competition and exploring a more fulfilling path to personal excellence.

The desire to outperform others seems deeply embedded in our culture – from childhood competitions to workplace rivalries. But what if this approach is holding us back? I share my personal journey from wanting to be "like" or "better than" others to discovering the transformative power of competing only with myself. This shift changed everything about how I approach growth and success.

Growing up, I measured myself against others until I realized this mindset was limiting my potential. The true breakthrough came when I started asking: "How can I be better than I was yesterday?" When you're striving to outdo your past self rather than someone else, you tap into a wellspring of motivation that's both sustainable and deeply satisfying. This perspective eliminates the toxic aspects of comparison while still pushing you toward excellence.

I also share a glimpse into my work coaching elementary school choirs and my philosophy on performing – preferring to sing first rather than positioning myself as "the big singer" who performs last. It's this same mindset applied to different areas of life: focus on delivering your personal best rather than outranking others. This approach brings freedom and joy that's impossible to find when caught in the comparison trap.

Ready to transform your approach to personal growth? Listen now, and discover why the most important competition is the one with your past self. And remember – when you become better than you were yesterday, you're already winning the only race that truly matters.

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