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Originally Posted by Alan Anderson
That you use the word "competition" instead of "program" is a good clue to your mindset here. Try to broaden your goals to include the stated mission of FIRST, rather than focusing on winning medals. Does it sting to be beaten by a powerhouse veteran team? You bet. Does it make me want to pout and go home? No way! It makes me want to do better next time. It inspires me to do better next time.
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Originally Posted by Alan Anderson
I don't believe teams automatically deserve to be recognized for their efforts. They should be recognized for their accomplishments.
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To me, these two ideas contradict each other.