[ “Comparisonitis" ]

The word ‘comparisonitis’ hasn’t yet made the dictionary, and isn’t yet a recognised medical affliction, but it seems to be a thing. 

It’s the negative feeling that rises while scrolling social media, with all its glamour and announced successes.

I think the way to avoid comparisonitis, and to healthily observe others’ successes, is to do it from a position of strength.  To know that while they are doing great things, so are you, in your own way.

Do something each day that makes you proud.  Then you’re comparing yourself from a position of strength.  Then you did good today, too.