You Don’t Have to Be a Competitor to Start Competing with Yourself

Have you ever felt stuck? Like you’re just going through the motions, waiting for something to spark your fire again? You’re not alone—and here’s the truth: You don’t have to be a professional athlete or even a competitor to start competing.

Competition isn’t just about winning trophies or climbing leaderboards. It’s about pushing yourself to show up, to grow, and to connect — with your goals, your body, and your community.

Whether you’re someone who dreams of competing one day, or you’re simply looking for a way to reconnect with yourself and your passions, embracing competition with yourself is a powerful place to start.

Why Competition Isn’t Just for Athletes

Most people think competition means beating others. But the most important competition is the one you have with yourself.

• Competing with yourself means challenging your limits, not someone else’s.

• It’s about improving your focus, confidence, and consistency — skills that show up in everything from work projects to relationships.

• When you compete with yourself, you’re cultivating a mindset of growth and resilience that makes you stronger, no matter what.

Feeling Disconnected? Competition Can Help You Reconnect

Sometimes, life leaves us feeling unmoored—disconnected from what matters, from others, even from ourselves. That’s exactly what my upcoming reality show explores: how ordinary people found purpose, joy, and connection through an unexpected hobby—cornhole.

The journey isn’t just about mastering a game. It’s about:

• Getting out of your head and into your body

• Finding joy in play and community

• Rebuilding confidence one step at a time

This show is for anyone who feels stuck or isolated and wants to find a way back to themselves.

How to Start Competing with Yourself Today

You don’t need fancy equipment or a packed schedule. All you need is the willingness to show up.

Try this simple step:

• Pick a small goal — it could be learning a new skill, practicing a hobby, or simply committing to 10 minutes of focused movement a day.

• Set a personal benchmark (time, reps, consistency) and aim to beat it tomorrow.

• Track your progress — every little win builds momentum.

Want a Personalized Starting Point?

Not sure where you are right now? That’s okay! I created a quick Mental Reset Quiz that helps you identify your current state of mind and body — and gives you personalized tools to move forward, whether you’re competing on a field or competing to feel like yourself again.

Take the quiz here → 

Competing with yourself is an act of courage and kindness. It’s saying, “I’m worth the effort.” No matter where you start, every step forward is a win. You don’t have to be a competitor — you just have to start.