When things go wrong, do something right

Life was never meant to be a race at every stage, and yet life has become a competition in every way. This race starts in earnest from childhood and continues till the end of a career. Winning at any cost has gained ground, and this is reflected in every sphere of life. Such a mindset is causing visible and invisible damage to society. Can we attempt to change this mindset before it is too late? How do we strike a balance without losing our equilibrium completely?