There are two examples from Chuang Tzu that beautifully illustrate the folly of showing off and/or competing.
The first is Monkey Mountain and the second is The Need To Win.
In both cases, the exhibitionist is hampered by their ego and self consciousness. It proves to be their downfall.
Counterpoising these examples is The Stink Tree in which the value of being insignificant is praised.
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