There is just no comparison.  No other person on the earth can compare to you!  You are unique.  You have specific strengths and abilities that are different from anyone else’s.

Why do we waste time comparing ourselves to other people?  Constant exposure to ads that imply that how we look determines how much we enjoy life or how successful we are.  Facebook posts that show off the “perfect lives” of our friends.  These are not reality.  There is no such thing as a perfect life.

Why are we often discontent with ourselves and striving to be like someone else?  We see someone who seems to have it all.  We admire the accomplishments and position of that manager at work and wish to become them.  The truth of the matter is that we can never become that person, no matter how hard we try.  And, if we truly knew the entire life of that person, we probably wouldn’t want to!

Why not just be you?  Instead of comparing yourself or wishing you were someone else, just become the very best you that is possible!  Compare yourself only to your potential.  Strive only to be your best.

I saw a quotation recently of unknown origin:  “Be yourself; an original is always worth more than a copy.”  Spend your time and effort becoming you and then you can live!  your life to the fullest.