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My Cornell Archnemesis: Finding Humor in Rivalry

My Cornell Archnemesis: Finding Humor in Rivalry

An essay exploring the humorous and motivating dynamics of having a personal rival.

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    “exactly (1) person who fuels you to succeed just because they exist. if possible, keep their identity secret from everyone else you know. you don’t wish ill of them, you rarely think of them really. you are simply, earnestly, fundamentally enemies”

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