As humans, most of us have some sort of competitive drive. We want to be the best at something or at least want to be included at the top of the list. That usually means being included in the top three. This might be because in sports medals are given for those who place first, second, and third or could just be that it's a small number where everything still feels close enough to the top. Here are some times when you might be creating a top three list.

When you're making any sort of big decision in your life you will want to make sure that you're exploring all of your options before making a choice and moving forward with it. This goes for everything from choosing a commercial mortgage to selecting your career path. Some people will make a short list of three choices that they research and look into more than the others. These are the most likely candidates for whatever you're looking for. Three is a reasonable number if you need to really put some time into each potential choice of Riverdale real estate or the college you will be attending.

Your top three also doesn't need to be something so serious. You might be sitting around with friends and discuss your top three favorite bands of all time or which celebrities you would most like to go on a date with. Creating these lists can be a great way to keep your mind going when you're working out at fitness gyms Toronto based or just trying to pass the time on a long car ride with the whole family.

The last top three lists that you might encounter are those listed by other people to help you make a choice. If you've decided to switch to organic diapers for your child you might look at customer reviews and come up with the top three choices based on people's testimonials. You might also see articles written at the end of the year about the best hotels in Toronto or the leading Haliburton catering company to hire for a wedding in the area. Getting one of the coveted spots at the top of the list can really help a business increase their customer base.

The world is always going to be full of lists for those that are looking for them. You might make a to do list at the beginning of the day and want to finish the top three most pressing items before lunch. Or you could narrow down your honeymoon choices to three locations and then ask for advice from friends and family. Your top three is likely something that you create without even knowing it most of the time.