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The Comparison Trap: Why Do We Do It?

The Comparison Trap: Why Do We Do It?

Update: 2025-05-12
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On this week's episode of ShrinkChicks, Emmalee and Jen are exploring the topic of comparing ourselves to others. They discuss why we engage in comparison, two different types of comparison, insecurity and comparison, the role social media plays (hint: it's a big one), how to be intentional with social media consumption, using comparison as helpful information to understand what you want, comparing grief, struggles, societal timelines, etc., and so much more! Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 5:50 to skip the intro and get straight to today’s content.




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The Comparison Trap: Why Do We Do It?

The Comparison Trap: Why Do We Do It?

Jennifer Chaiken, LMFT and Emmalee Bierly, LMFT