Comparing oneself to others can diminish happiness from "summary" of If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Happy? by Raj Raghunathan
When we compare ourselves to others, we are engaging in what psychologists call "social comparison." This can take many forms, such as comparing our possessions, achievements, or relationships to those of others. The problem with social comparison is that it often leads to feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction. One reason for this is that when we compare ourselves to others, we tend to focus on those who are doing better than us. This can create a sense of envy or jealousy, as we feel that we are somehow lacking compared to them. This can make us feel unhappy with our own lives, as we constantly measure ourselves against an unattainable standard set by others. Another reason why comparing ourselve...
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