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157: Being Better

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The Challenge of Recognizing Your Own Improvement

Recognizing your own improvement can be difficult because other people's progress is more noticeable to you than your own. When you level up, it quickly becomes your new baseline, making it challenging to perceive your growth. This bias is prevalent in creative fields but can be counteracted by keeping objective records of your progress. Objective records serve as a reminder of the advancements made, even on days when personal growth may not feel significant.

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