It is a zero-sum game. You are either the winner or the loser. We believe it is the only road open to us. Our belief in competition is based on misinformation. Competition motivates us to do our best.
Competition provides a way to have fun and a good time.
Competition builds character and is good for self-confidence. In summary, the myths hold that competition is inevitable, more productive, more enjoyable, and likely to build character. Kohn states that the research on the topic of competition does not support these myths. We do not have chromosomes that carry a competitive factor. Cooperation can accomplish more and build more character than competition.