To win, you might lose

As many of you know, the Olympics have started! These athletes are the epitome of hard work, dedication, and effort. Watching them compete is a fantastic demonstration of how to take a craft that you are good at, and apply yourself to the fullest potential, to become the best that you can be. Jean-Claude Killy, a French ski racer & three-time gold medalist, once said, “To win, you have to risk loss,” and I cannot think of a more true statement. Anytime that you compete at something, there may be someone who beats you. Anytime that you put yourself up to be judged, you may end up lower than you thought. Does that mean you shouldn’t compete? Or that you shouldn’t try? No. It just means that you have to compete or perform at your best every time, and understand, that sometimes, there will be someone who does better than you on that day. It doesn’t make you any less of an athlete or performer, it makes you stronger and more competitive.