if being the best that one can be isn't enough for the self then the next step is non-existent limitless possibilities are inhibited and a finite number is set
if being the best that one can be realizing worthlessness IS sentience over our own humanity granting us control over nothing and still witness life as an illusion
being the best that one can be resets expectations a thought can change our choices leaving the self in doubt giving a chance to existence so that it may follow the cycle only to progress on