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Unlocking Us with Brené Brown

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The Dangers of Comparison in a Pandemic World

This chapter explores how social comparison, especially during the pandemic, impacts happiness and self-esteem. It highlights a study of Olympic medalists to illustrate how focusing on what others achieve can lead to dissatisfaction, while encouraging a more inward focus to combat feelings of inadequacy.

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