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Why You Need to Stop Comparing Yourself to Literally Everyone

December 10, 2016 By Lauren

Comparison is the thief of joy. Here's why and how to stop comparing yourself to others.

Guest post by Jennifer Landis Being the first friend to have kids has its benefits, for sure. Cute and tiny baby for everyone to adore and plenty of support to start, but it also can come with a hefty case of FOMO (fear of missing out). I would know. The birth of my daughter was […]

Filed Under: Guest Posts Tagged With: comparing, comparison

When Comparison Tries to Steal My Joy

July 27, 2015 By Lauren

When Comparison Tries to Steal My Joy

It sneaks up on me when I’m not paying attention; subtle, unassuming, pretending to be my friend. “I’m only here to help,” it tells me. “I’ll show you how to be a better person.” I look where it’s pointing; at that woman with the cute clothes and the stylish haircut. Then I look at my […]

Filed Under: Family Life, Parenting Essays, Random Tagged With: comparison, enemy, friend, jealousy, joy, steal, thief

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