How often have heard this phrase – that comparison is a thief of joy? While it precedes the predominance of social media, it’s definitely exacerbated the problem of comparison.
Depending on how firm you are in your sense of self, you may be more or less defined and affected by what you see and read on social media. Let’s state the obvious: Often what’s on social media isn’t real. People want to create the image that all is well, that they’re never sad, never post an imperfect photo, and they are better than everyone else.
Here’s why I choose not to compare:
- You can’t have what’s mine
- I don’t want what’s yours
It truly isn’t about you compared to me or me to you. I’m about being real, authentic and vulnerable on social media. Being me. Again, it depends on your sense of self and personal worth. For me, I’ve been called to share my journey to self-discovery and transformation with you. If you’ve followed me, you know I suffered severe sadness and despair after my love broke up with me in 2018.
I healed and found joy in life. It was such a struggle at times that I’ve learned also not to take joy lightly. Living in joy and being happy is something to appreciate every single day. But you can’t do that if you’re constantly comparing yourself to others.
Free yourself. Don’t worry about what someone else is posting on social media or doing in his/her life. Be yourself and be proud. No one is you – and that’s what makes you magic!
