Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Humans are social creatures. We need communities, friends, peers, and colleagues to help us get through life. Part of our interactions as humans involve comparing ourselves to those around us. This can help us understand our place in the world, set benchmarks to help us see what we can achieve and help us find commonalities and form connections with others. But what happens when we focus so much on comparing ourselves to others that it consumes our time and energy?