Social Comparison Breeds Self-Doubt

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Patriarchal structures create a cultural landscape where opportunities seem limited, particularly for women. This disparity fosters feelings of inadequacy and shame when witnessing another woman being successful, leading to a negative self-image. Research indicates that young women are prone to engage in upward social comparisons, feeling inferior when comparing themselves to seemingly superior identities on social media, while neglecting those they view as equal or inferior. This psychological struggle highlights the need for greater awareness and support to combat self-esteem issues stemming from societal pressures.

The Minimalists are joined by Amanda Montell, author of The Age of Magical Overthinking, to discuss information overload, thought clutter, and much more.

Discussed in this episode:

What habits will help me avoid being overwhelmed by information clutter? (2:03)

How does overplanning prevent us from executing our plans? (30:42)

When does research get in the way of creativity? (32:42)

Does too much imagination suppress our intuition? (37:04)

In our current age of unlimited information, how has overthinking affected you? (41:05)

When is The Minimalists’ next live event? (45:04)

Listener tip: How one listener deals with book clutter. (47:22)

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Recorded at Earthing Studios.