Gauging your own
success by comparing yourself to others
is a no-win game. On one hand,
comparison thinking is natural because
our minds love to rank, file, and
organize, but it’s too easy to get sucked
into the depressing pattern of jealousy
and competition. It takes effort, but
putting an end to comparison thinking
is the only way to avoid unnecessary
negativity.
6 Ways to Free Yourself from
Comparison Thinking
1. Turn the tables.
Since comparison thinking comes
naturally to humans, try to channel it in a
different direction. Try comparing the
new you to the old you. Celebrate the
things you’re able to do today that you
couldn’t do five years ago. Take pleasure
in all the ways you’re a more confident
version of yourself.
2. Be proud of other’s successes.
Part of being happy is learning to
learning to be happy for others.
Comparison thinking breeds jealousy,
which, along with fear and hate, are
emotions create a downward spiral of
negativity. Try to be happy for other
people and their successes rather than
being jealous–you might be surprised at
how content it makes you feel!
3. Look for triggers.
Why are you so quick to compare
yourself to others? And I’m not only
talking about cyberstalking your
frenemies on Facebook and Instagram.
More specifically, what are the
vulnerabilities that rise to the surface
when you look deep within? Are you
worried about fitting in, having more
money, or career success? Identify the
things that trigger negative comparison
thinking so you can acknowledge and
avoid them.
4. Be kind.
Kindness enriches every part of our lives.
If you’re unkind to yourself then you’re
likely to be unkind to others. Be proud of
where you, your friends, and family are
in life and don’t be critical.
5. Give up both sides of comparison
thinking.
Comparison thinking typically involves
judging ourselves against those who
have more than us, rather than those
who have less. But it can also involve
feeling superior to those who have less.
Resist the urge to compare in either
direction.
6. Be yourself.
Just because all your friends are having
babies doesn’t mean you should do the
same. Maybe your life path is different.
As we grow older it becomes more
difficult not to fall into the mold of what
we think we should be doing, even if it’s
not a good fit. Remember to stay true to
who you are and avoid being who you
think you should be.

Well said...
Though sometimes its harder to actually exhibit the conditions aforementioned, than to list them.
God help us though.

Extom: Well said...
Though sometimes its harder to actually exhibit the conditions aforementioned, than to list them.
God help us though.

you have to try. Only God can help us.