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When you win 2nd place you beat yourself up about it because you almost won. But when you win 3rd, you dont get angry at yourself as much because you wouldve won second anyway.

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It's known as the "silver medal paradox," where winning second place can feel worse than winning third place, due to higher expectations. Second place may highlight the missed opportunity for first place, while third place can still be seen as an achievement. The perception of just missing out on the top spot may lead to feelings of disappointment or regret.

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