What if comparison is not the issue and you are?
Ayooluwa (Joy) Akande??
Founder of A.B.C of Money & ARTE by Tife | Financial literacy is not a luxury for a select few, it can literally change your life | Host of 'The Freedom' Podcast | God’s girl
Not the Cliché Saying Anymore: 'Comparison is the Thief of Joy'
But have you ever thought that maybe you're the one giving your joy away?
I recently came across a post that struck a chord with me. It said, "If you're laser-focused on your goals, you won't be bothered by what others are doing, leaving no room for negative comparisons."
I couldn't agree more. I've seen this play out in my life over and over. Whenever I find myself comparing myself to others (which, let's be honest, happens more often than I'd like to admit), I realize that I'm losing sight of my own 1% daily growth. How can you be content while achieving a lot of goals and taking giant strides?
My answer is simple: focus. Focus on your own growth so intensely that you don't even think about comparing yourself to others, except to inspire self-improvement.
So, here’s my little “motivational speech” for today:
1. Be so focused on your own growth and path that you see others as collaborators, not competitors.
Imagine running a race, but instead of trying to outpace the person next to you, you cheer them on. You both run faster, you both achieve more. It's not about who crosses the finish line first; it's about the journey and the progress you make together.
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2. Be genuinely happy for others and celebrate their successes the way you would like yours to be celebrated.
Think about the last time someone celebrated your success. How did it feel? Now imagine spreading that joy around. It creates a ripple effect of positivity and encouragement.
3. Stay hungry for progress and improvement.
Never settle. Keep pushing, keep striving. Your only competition is who you were yesterday.
Let’s stop giving our joy away. Instead, let’s own it, nurture it, and let it flourish as we carve our unique paths to success. Celebrate others, focus on your journey, and stay hungry for growth.
'Your joy is yours to keep'.
I’m curious to hear your thoughts on this in the comments.
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8 个月This quote changed how I viewed comparison. Every time I found myself making a comparison, I knew I wasn't consumed enough by my own journey. Thank you Ayooluwa (Joy) Akande??
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8 个月Great perspective! Thank you for sharing
Biomedical scientist|Researcher|Data Analyst|Entrepreneur
8 个月We are all unique in our own lane. We all have our own individuality and strength. It's best we embrace our qualities, celebrate and build on what makes us different, rather than comparing ourselves with someone else. We shine better in our uniqueness!