Comparing oneself to others only leads to unhappiness from "summary" of The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
In the Midnight Library, we are reminded of the futility of comparing our lives to those of others. It is a common trap that many of us fall into, believing that someone else's life is better, happier, or more fulfilling than our own. But the truth is, we can never truly know what goes on behind closed doors. We only see the carefully curated facade that people choose to show the world. When we compare ourselves to others, we are essentially comparing our insides to someone else's outsides. We are judging our messy, complicated, and imperfect selves against someone else's highlight reel. This is a recipe for unhappiness, as we will always come up short in this comparison. We will always find ourselves lacking, and this can lead to feelings of inadequacy, envy, and self-doubt. Furthermore, comparing ourselves to others is a fruitless exercise because we are all on our own unique journey. Our paths are different, our struggles are different, and our definitions of success and happiness are different. What works for one person may not work for another. What brings one person joy may bring another person misery. It is important to remember that we are all individuals with our own strengths, weaknesses, and dreams. Instead of comparing ourselves to others, we should focus on being the best version of ourselves. We should strive to live authentically, pursue our passions, and cultivate meaningful connections with the people who matter to us. Happiness is not a competition, and there is no one-size-fits-all formula for a fulfilling life. We must learn to embrace our uniqueness, celebrate our victories, and learn from our failures. In the Midnight Library, Nora learns that true happiness comes from within. It comes from accepting ourselves for who we are, with all our flaws and imperfections. It comes from being grateful for the present moment, instead of constantly longing for a different reality. It comes from understanding that we are enough, just as we are. So let us stop comparing ourselves to others and start embracing our own journey, with all its ups and downs. Let us find contentment in being ourselves, and let go of the need to measure our worth against the lives of others.
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