“Comparison is the thief of joy.” – Theodore Roosevelt

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“Comparison is the thief of joy.” – Theodore Roosevelt

And here’s why: every time you measure yourself against someone else, you hand over your power. You chip away at your confidence. You waste energy trying to look like them, live like them, or achieve exactly what they have.

And let’s be real, it never feels good. It’s a toxic cycle that erodes your self-worth. ‍

So here’s the shift:

🦋 Focus on what actually makes you feel good about yourself.

🦋 Anchor into your own values—not someone else’s highlight reel.

🦋 Set goals that are for you and only you.

When your only competition is the person you were yesterday, you free yourself from the trap of comparison. You make space for growth that feels authentic, not performative.

And let me remind you of this truth: you were born 100% worthy.

Not when you hit a goal.

Not when you match someone else’s timeline.

Not when you “measure up.”

Period.

If you’re ready to break the patterns that are keeping you stuck and start living from your own power, I’d love to help. Let’s connect for a free Discovery Consultation.

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