I am likely to be competing in a few weeks for the first time in ages. It looks like I will be competing against a few of my friends.
It is just a small, low key competition but I am concerned that all of us being ranked against each other might not be a good idea.
I am worried that if I get a low place I will be demoralised but also concerned that if I do better then one friend in particular might she might also be demoralised.
We generally ride together and regard ourselves as of roughly equal ability. Neither of us are confident riders but are working on it. I am worried that this will knock our confidence or mark out a difference between us, which would be awkward either way round.
Has anyone had a similar experience? Was it fun? Was it helpful or divisive? How did you handle it?
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Competing against your friends - demoralising?
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Carrotsandcelery · 22/09/2011 22:37
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