Stoic Coffee Break 26 - The Best You
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Feb 3, 2018 In this episode, the podcast delves into the concept of measuring oneself against personal potential rather than comparing to others. It highlights the need for self-compassion and taking steps towards personal growth, using the metaphor of an ostrich.
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Daily Self-Improvement Check
- Ask yourself each day: are you a little better today than yesterday?
- If you notice a bad day, show compassion and take steps to get back on track.
Measure By Potential, Not Wins
- Measure yourself against your potential, not others' wins or status.
- Winning can be luck or harm, but being your best is the meaningful metric.
Comparison Steals Your Agency
- Comparing yourself to others hands them control of your happiness.
- It implies who you are isn't good enough and fuels envy or jealousy.