EP216 | Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy

Ever find yourself scrolling social media, looking at what other PTs are doing and feeling like crap about your own progress? Yeah, we've all been there. Today, I'm diving into a topic that's a personal one for me and a massive roadblock for so many: comparison. It's the ultimate joy-killer and a huge waste of your most precious resource, time. I've been a competitive guy my whole life, always looking at who's "winning." But in business, and in life, that's a recipe for misery. Teddy Roosevelt said, "Comparison is the thief of joy," and he was damn right.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Comparison Steals Your Time & Energy: Every minute you spend comparing yourself to others is a minute you're NOT spending on things you can actually control to move your business and life forward.
• Focus on Your Own Race: Everyone's on a different path with different timelines and resources. Stop looking at someone else's highlight reel and focus on building your own success story.
• Recognize and Redirect: The first step to stop the comparison trap is to recognize when you're doing it. When you catch yourself, consciously redirect your energy to actions that will actually improve your situation.

🧠 Pro Tip:

• When you feel that urge to compare, ask yourself: "What can I do RIGHT NOW to improve my own business/life?" Then, go do that thing. Channel that energy into productive action instead of letting it drain you.

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