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S4 E7: The Highs and Lows of Comparing Ourselves

S4 E7: The Highs and Lows of Comparing Ourselves

Update: 2025-09-17
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In this conversation, Ann and Kim explore the pervasive nature of comparison in human behaviour and the impact of judgment on self-worth. They discuss how social media amplifies comparison and the various emotional responses it triggers before shifting the dialogue towards finding growth through comparison, emphasising the importance of gratitude as a crucial way to get there.Key Takeaways:

  • Comparison is a natural human behaviour rooted in evolution.
  • Judgment can lead to feelings of inadequacy and discomfort.
  • Social media amplifies the frequency of comparison.
  • Finding growth through comparison can be empowering.
  • Gratitude can serve as an antidote to negative comparisons.
  • Self-worth is essential in navigating comparison healthily.
  • Creating a supportive community can help in personal growth.
  • Awareness of our emotional responses to comparison is crucial.
  • Practicing gratitude can enhance our sense of self.
  • It's important to be gentle with ourselves during this process.
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S4 E7: The Highs and Lows of Comparing Ourselves

S4 E7: The Highs and Lows of Comparing Ourselves

Ann de Passos and Kim van Niekerk