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Self-worth is important to recognize because it helps us have a better self-esteem. We must know the value of ourselves before we gain the confidence to demonstrate our own value to others. Recognizing our self-worth allows us to believe in ourselves and not let the failures in life and the opinions of others define us.
These are fine goals. But competition not only isnât necessary for reaching them â it actually undermines them. Competition is to self-esteem as sugar is to teeth. Most people lose in most competitive encounters, and itâs obvious why that causes self-doubt. But even winning doesnât build character; it just lets a child gloat temporarily. Studies have shown that feelings of self-worth become dependent on external sources of evaluation as a result of competition: Your value is defined by what youâve done.