Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Theodore Roosevelt once said, " Comparison is the thief of joy. " But how can we slop playing the comparison game? Here are may tips.
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Besides social media, are there any other situations that cause you to play the comparison game? Is there a certain person who is constantly showing off about this or that? Are there certain activities，like strolling(漫步) through a high-end shopping mall，that make you envious? Write how each negatively affects you. Try to stop yourself next time.
●Remind yourself that other people's "outsides" can't be compared to your "insides. "
Usually，you can't use their outward appearance to judge the reality of their life. You may have had the experience of being shocked when a couple that appeared to be happy and solid announce their divorce. Continue to wish others well, of course, but remind yourself that you don't actually know what goes on behind closed doors.
●Repeat whenever necessary: "Money doesn't buy happiness."
It's well established that wealth isn't associated with increased happiness. I used to dance flamenco at a fancy resort where very rich people go，and a manager there once told me she'd never seen so many unhappy people in her life. Their inability to provide lasting contentment is usually more disappointing than anything else.
●Be grateful for the good in your life.
lf you commit yourself to being deeply grateful for what's good in your life and remind yourself of it daily，you'll be far less defenseless to comparison and envy. If someone or something triggers (引发) that ugly feeling of negative comparison，stop and remind yourself of what's good in your life，right now.
A. There is so much.
B. Identify the causes and control your envy.
C. Use comparison to make yourself a better person.
D. Money and things provide temporary boosts of joy.
E. Make a list of who and what you frequently compare yourself to.
F. Being envious of another person's money may be a waste of time.
G. People carefully select and share the social media versions of their lives.
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