Comparison is a common human struggle. We look to those around us to assess whether we are ok, not ok—or really not ok. Perhaps we thought we were ok until we opened up Facebook or Instagram and saw the beautiful new addition someone put on their home, or the all-inclusive vacation they were enjoying.
Consider these common situations:
A child delights in their drawing but crumples it up after looking at someone else’s.A teenager surfs social media looking for ways to improve her looks, possessions, or number of followers.A college student works hard but is discouraged when he learns of his peers’ academic/sports accomplishments.A mom listens to other moms talk about their children’s accomplishments and suddenly feels inadequate in her parenting.A husband attends his men’s group, but fearing rejection, he withholds his struggles at work or in his marriage.A homeowner works hard and is proud of what they have until opening up Better Homes and Gardens.Maybe it was the happy family photos, or the announcement of an engagement, a pregnancy, or a child’s acceptance into a prestigious college. Suddenly, inadequacy hits, discontentment arises, or feelings of envy strike us.
How does comparison threaten to undo you?
To varying degrees,
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