No Stupid Questions 13. How Can You Stop Comparing Yourself With Other People?
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Mar 16, 2025 Discover how social comparisons can harm self-esteem and learn practical strategies for self-acceptance. The discussion dives into the captivating effects of media on empowerment and how narratives can distort complex realities. Explore the complexities of social comparison, especially during adolescence, and the emotional pitfalls linked to social media. Plus, uncover the crucial distinction between causality and correlation, prompting a deeper understanding of personal narratives and the intricate ties between money and electoral success.
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Understanding Comparison
- Comparing yourself to others is usually bad, but it's a human instinct.
- Understand why you compare yourself to others to mitigate the negative impacts.
Social Comparison's Value
- We compare ourselves to others because it provides valuable information about our social standing.
- Humans are social animals, and social comparison helps us understand our place in the hierarchy.
Costs of Comparison
- Upward social comparison can lead to negative emotions and discouragement.
- It can even cause people to quit pursuing their goals due to feeling inadequate.