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Competition Quote by Roger Waters

“I'm in competition with myself and I'm losing.” quote by Roger Waters
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“I'm in competition with myself and I'm losing.”

Roger Waters

About This Quote

Source Interview: Live at the Royal Albert Hall, 1990

He feels he is being outperformed by his own standards, leading to self‑defeat.

In simple terms: Competing with oneself can feel losing.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and adjust personal expectations.

Themes

self‑competition self‑criticism growth

Mood

reflective determined

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal goals
  • creative projects
  • fitness training
  • career advancement

Key Concepts

psychology motivation self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards are you setting for yourself?
  • How can you celebrate incremental progress?
A Different Perspective

Self‑competition can be demotivating without external benchmarks.

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