Dear Humans,

There have been a lot of cheating scandals in the news recently. Too-small bags in cornhole tournaments, AI-assisted moves in chess matches, and even lead-weighted walleye in fishing competitions. I guess the prizes and the glory of winning are just too tempting for some people. 

But it’s important to remember that the real prizes in this world are given to us by ourselves. Other people may offer rewards and plaudits, but becoming excellent is its own pleasure. And nothing spoils it faster than cheating.

Because even if you get away with it and “achieve” something you didn’t earn, you can’t ever deceive yourself.

Sincerely,

Mr. Curt