COME WHAT MAY, A WIN IS A WIN

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The phrase "come what may, a win is a win" reflects this belief that no matter the circumstances, a victory should be celebrated and recognized. While this perspective has its merits, it is important to consider the context in which a win occurs and the implications of prioritizing winning above all else.

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Winning is an essential part of a competition, and it is often seen as the ultimate goal in many endeavors, from sports to business, life, to personal development.

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One reason that people may view a win as the ultimate goal is that it provides a sense of accomplishment and validation. Winning can be a confirmation that one's efforts have paid off and that they are capable of achieving their goals. It can also be a source of pride and a way to demonstrate one's abilities to others. In these ways, a win can be a valuable source of motivation and encouragement.

However, it is important to consider the context in which a win occurs. A win may not always be a true reflection of one's abilities or the result of fair competition. For example, a win may be the result of luck, external factors, or even cheating. In these cases, a win may not be a valid indicator of one's skills or worth, and it may not be something to be celebrated.

Additionally, the focus on winning can sometimes lead to negative consequences. For example, people may become overly competitive and prioritize winning at all costs, even if it means engaging in unethical behavior or disregarding the well-being of others. This "win-at-all-costs" mentality can lead to a toxic environment and undermine the integrity and fairness of competition.

It is also important to consider the impact that a focus on winning can have on personal development. While winning can be a valid source of motivation, it is not the only measure of success or progress. There are many other factors that contribute to one's growth and development, such as learning new skills, developing new perspectives, and building relationships. By prioritizing winning above all else, people may miss out on these valuable opportunities for growth.


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The phrase "come what may, a win is a win" reflects this belief that no matter the circumstances, a victory should be celebrated and recognized. While this perspective has its merits, it is important to consider the context in which a win occurs and the implications of prioritizing winning above all else.

In conclusion, while a win can be a valid source of accomplishment and motivation, it is important to consider the context in which it occurs and the potential negative consequences of being overly focused on winning. Rather than viewing a win as the ultimate goal, it may be more beneficial to prioritize personal growth, fair competition, and a healthy and positive environment.

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I feel it depends on the win though

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Lol, I guess so. I have a question about the inkwell community though.

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You wanna ask me?
Go ahead, I'm all ears,

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About the inkwell community, do i have to write articles according to the weekly prompt, or can I write whatever story I choose to write?

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Ohhh
You can write whatever story...
Just avoid the avoidables...
That's, no violence, sexual content and something else...
It's all in the community though

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Oh, I read the rules. I just thought to ask someone who is more conversant with the community. Thanks for your help.

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Also, I couldn't find anything about the least number of words. Can I write stories less than 500 words, say 400?

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I think 500 is the benchmark...

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Winning has different meaning to different people. The belief system of a person affects how they take the winning context. There is a win and then there is success. The win is relevant and anyone might have it but the process determines your attitude next time because the world goes round. If a win is a win no matter what without consideration for what is moral and ethical, success is not welcomed and the process is just useless as far as I am concerned. You just won, you did not succeed.

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If a win is a win no matter what without consideration for what is moral and ethical, success is not welcomed and the process is just useless as far as I am concerned. You just won, you did not succeed.

No truer words have been said. Thank you so much for your comment.

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We’re living in a world where most of us do not care how the wins come about. We’re just concerned about ourselves and achieving what we want without thinking if it there’ll be negative consequences which isn’t the best.

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I completely agree with you. It's crazy that people will stop at nothing to win.

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Winning is considered the primary motivation for humans during pursuit of goals, it can also be considered a need for humans.

But then does the endgame of winning justify the means? NO, in life there are certain factors that must be considered while in pursuit of winning, factors such as ethical or unethical elements, though a lot of people do not consider this because winning is all they care about.

At the long Run it all the depends on the human consciousness and a matter of perspective that allows an individual to understand the boundary not to cross when having the mindset "What ever it takes"

I would say it will be inhumane to throwaway your humanity and values just for the sake of winning.

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Thanks for sharing.

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We as a single person don't win but actually the success of one person also has the influence of another person (maybe parents,friends or another beloved one).We should consider the people behind us.
I think the real joy comes from the win after struggle.
But people get success by hook or crook.This is the dark side of win.
Nice post.
I got your post through @dreemport.

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But people get success by hook or crook.This is the dark side of win.

Exactly, it's sad.
Thank you so much for engaging the post.

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I agree totally. Winning isn't the only measure of success. While it is important, I think what's more important is the fact that you are making progress.

Lovely post you've got here.

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Absolutely. Thank you for your kind words.

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a victory should be celebrated and recognized.

I really believe this and what I have discovered is that the little little wins we celebrate also gives us the courage to go out for bigger wins.... All wins indeed are worth celebrating

The over ambitious nature of dreaming and hoping for a win is also something that causes problems among people... They often breed hatred but it isn't meant to be so.. we should just be more focused on winning as a group rather than winning to be praised for heroism

Thanks for sharing this insightful post
Popped in via @dreemport

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