you’re probably right. the way OP words the question asks for a discussion far more in-depth than what he intends. does economic prosperity lead to greater happiness? I think when comparing individuals and nations at the same specific point of time, I would say yes. I would imagine people in America are generally happier than people in Cambodia. However, I have no idea how this would be measured (maybe HDI?) and I am probably just pulling stuff out of my butt.
Regardless, OP probably just has beef with a competitive culture and if he doesn’t like it, he doesn’t have to partake in it. Hebegebe’s last sentence hits it right on the spot.