Quote by Willard Beecher

Competition is a process or variety of habitual behavior that grows out of a habit of mind.

Competition is a process or variety of habitual behavior tha

Summary

This quote suggests that competition is not just an external activity or event, but a product of our own mindset and patterns of thinking. It implies that competition arises from ingrained habits and attitudes within individuals and society. In other words, our eagerness to compete emerges from a natural inclination to compare, strive for better, and excel. The quote highlights that competition is not merely a random occurrence but a deliberate manifestation of our thoughts, beliefs, and customary behaviors.

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Competition

By Willard Beecher

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