The document discusses the negative habit of comparing oneself to others, highlighting that this behavior fosters negativity and dissatisfaction. It provides three key tips for overcoming this habit: comparing oneself only to one's past self, understanding the futility of comparison, and fostering kindness towards others, which in turn improves self-perception. Ultimately, the document aims to encourage personal growth and a more positive mindset.

1. HOW TO STOP
COMPARING
YOURSELF TO
OTHERS
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2. Introduction
Almost all of us have this one common
destructive daily habit, that is, to compare
ourselves to others.
We compare houses, jobs, phones, cars,
relationships, money, social position and so on.
What this habit does is, it creates negativity
within us and this may also reflect in our
behaviour.
So what should we do? How can we get rid of
this habit of comparing? If this is what you are
now thinking, then the three tips given in the
following slides will surely prove to be of help.
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3. 1. Understand that you never will win if you
do not stop comparing
Even if you keep repeating this in your mind, and realize this consciously, it
will help. Despite whatever you do, how much efforts you put in, how hard
you strive, there always has to be someone who is better than you or has more
than you.
Of course, you may feel nice if you buy a new smartphone which is better
than the one your colleague has. But soon you will find someone who has a
phone better than yours. So, understand that comparing is futile.
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4. 2. If at all, Compare Yourself only to Yourself
Rather than comparing yourself with others, it will be better if you develop the
habit of comparing yourself to your own self. Sit back and think how much
you have progressed, how much you have grown, and how close you have
reached towards your aims.
This habit will help develop kindness, appreciation, and gratitude towards
yourself as you notice how much you have done, and all the hurdles you
have crossed. So you will be feeling good about yourself without feeling
less of others.
It will be a good idea to make this a habit, say by spending a few minutes
every weekend to write down how much you have achieved, how closer
you now are to your life goals, what you have learned, etc.
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5. 3. Learn to be kind
Perhaps you never might have even imagined so, but
the way you behave with others also has an impact on
how you think about yourself.
If you have this habit of always criticizing and judging
others, chances are that you will also criticize and judge
yourself often, even if unconsciously.
So, try to help others and be kinder to them and you
automatically will learn to be kinder to yourself.
Just try to focus on the positive things in life, the
positives in others, and the positives within yourself.
The more you start seeing just the good things in others
and in yourself, you will gradually stop comparing, and
lead a happier and more satisfied life.
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7. For Further
Support
At Talent and Skills Hub, you
can be supported by our
instructors, counsellors and
mentors for personal and
professional development.
You can book an appointment for
one-to-one or group tutoring
through our website; ts-hub.com
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