I’ve often found myself thinking—what actually makes us humans get up every day and keep going? I mean, really think about it. What is that one thing that pushes us to show up, to try, to build, to keep moving forward? Sure, there are many reasons. Passion. Responsibility. Goals. Sometimes just survival. But over time, I’ve come to believe that there’s something else that plays a big role—competition.
It might sound a bit strange at first, but competition is actually a good thing. I’ve realized that it brings out a different level of energy and effort from us. It’s not just about winning. It’s about pushing our limits and becoming better than we were yesterday. And whether we notice it or not, competition is part of almost everything around us.
Take Apple, for example. One of the biggest tech companies in the world. If you think about their M series processors, you’ll know what I’m talking about. Apple could’ve just stuck with Intel chips like they used to. Most people wouldn’t have complained. But they didn’t want to just be “good enough.” They wanted to lead, to innovate, to compete. And that led to something brilliant—their own line of powerful chips that changed the game.
This kind of competition isn’t about proving someone else wrong—it’s about proving what you are capable of. And I think that’s something we can all learn from. Whether you’re in business, creative work, sports, or just trying to be a better version of yourself—healthy competition can fuel growth like nothing else.
Of course, there’s a thin line. The intention behind the competition matters. If it’s just about ego or bringing someone else down, it stops being good. But when it comes from the right place—with a good heart and a strong purpose—it can really move things forward, not just for you, but for everyone around you.
So yeah, competition is good. It makes us think, it makes us act, and most importantly—it makes us better.