In this hyper-competitive academic landscape, the relentless pursuit of academic excellence has led many students to be at war during exams; fighting to be the best of the best in their respective schools. This has recently caused a stir in the parent community, as they worry about their children's mental well-being. Undeniably, the harmless competition encourages young minds to thrive to be better, but at what cost? Some students are left burnt out as a result of cognitive overload. Therefore, is this healthy competition absolutely necessary? Or will it bring more harm than good? In this essay, I will discuss both views on the topic.