The most important thing in life is the ability to prioritize
We live in a constant rush. You need to have time to build a career, get married, have children, buy a car, get a higher education and fly around the world in a hot air balloon! Too many demands and fuss. But... there is only one life and you have to live it the way you want. Therefore, it is probably not worth signing up for these "rat races". Better bang beer and enjoy the spectacle from the side.