When I stopped comparing, I found what makes me more of who I am.
Exactly a year ago, I found myself in a pit full of misery. Every time I saw somebody bagging an awesome career, doing a great deal of certifications and staying motivated 24/7, I felt the need to become one, too. Surprisingly, something else happened.
As I started to compare myself with others' progress, I felt weak, unsuccessful and worthless. I wanted the best degrees, certificates and a whole lot of appreciation. I started to force myself to keep doing something or the other every minute and keep my network updated. By the end of this never-ending loop, I was exhausted, both physically and mentally. It was time to rethink.
I decided to focus more on myself and track my progress, once in a while. Rather than forcing myself to stay accomplished, I wanted to 'feel' better before becoming anything else. I focused on meditating for a while and even going for jogs in the evening, to keep myself refreshed. In no time, I felt happy, and that left no room for sorrow and misery.
We all fall into this trap of 'becoming the best' rather than knowing that we already are doing the best we can. Yes, we need to grow, but if it costs us our peace, it's not worth it.
Learn to appreciate the little achievements, for they make you look like a star, in your own eyes.
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