Rediscovering Confidence: A Journey Beyond Competition (Part 1)

Part 1: The Allure and Pitfalls of Competition

In the realm of self-discovery, you've stumbled upon a paradox: your confidence, once deeply intertwined with competition, now stands at a crossroads with hesitation. Reflecting on your journey, you realize how competition served as both a catalyst for your confidence and a double-edged sword.

As a youth, you harbored insecurities stemming from external judgments on your appearance, yearning for acceptance and validation. In response, you delved into athletics, where competition became the proving ground for your worthiness. The court and field became arenas where you could showcase your abilities, earning admiration and acceptance in return.

However, this journey wasn't without its pitfalls. As your confidence bloomed, it sometimes morphed into arrogance, blinding you to the thin line between confidence and overconfidence.