An ancient fable retells the story of a young athletic boy hungry for success, for whom winning was everything. One day, the boy was getting ready for a sprinting competition in his small native village, himself and two other young boys were competing. A large crowd had congregated to witness the sporting spectacle and a wise old man, upon hearing of the little boy, had also travelled far to bear witness.

   The race commenced, looking like a level heat at the finishing line, but sure enough the boy dug deep and called on his determination, strength and power… he struck the finishing line and was first. The crowd was ecstatic and cheered and waved at the boy.

   The wise man remained still and calm, expressing no sentiment. The little boy, however, felt proud and important. A second race was called, and two new young, fit, challengers came forward, to run with the little boy. The race was started and sure enough the....