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How can you keep self comparison from becoming a negative force in our lives?\xa0\nWe\u2019ve all heard phrases such as \u201ccomparison is the thief of joy,\u201d and have been bombarded with negative stories and statistics about social media and its magnification of self comparison.\xa0 While we don\u2019t dispute the destructive effect it can have, comparison can also be harnessed for good and boost our self worth.\xa0\xa0\nToday\u2019s episode will cover the history of self-comparison - the innate human behavior that can help us assess where our current abilities are and motivate us to push further, if properly managed and kept in check.\xa0 We\u2019ll cover:\nThe science behind self comparison and social learning theory\n4 types of comparisons\nHow our drives affect the way we compare ourselves to others and our past selves\nGeneral tips for how to keep self comparison from turning into self destruction\nReferenced Resources:\nIf you happened to miss the first episode in this series - How To Communicate With Someone Who Shuts Down or Stonewalls - give it a listen!\xa0\xa0\nWe can\u2019t fully grasp who we are without understanding what drives and motivates our decisions and behaviors.\xa0 Take our quiz and understand more thoroughly another piece in the messy puzzle of self comparison.\nIt\u2019s natural to want to compare yourself to your past self and others.\xa0 If you\u2019d like to receive feedback and be evaluated in real time from a diverse group of like-minded peers, we can\u2019t recommend The Apprenticeship, Speaker School, or Brand Builder live workshops enough!\xa0\nIf a group workshop doesn\u2019t really sound like your thing, but you would really like some professional evaluation and feedback, check out our 3 month 1:1 Mentorship Program. Reach out to our team at info@artofcoaching.com to take your next steps!\nOur next Apprenticeship workshop is in beautiful Phoenix, AZ, and the Early Bird special is only available until February 20!\xa0 Don\u2019t miss out on your chance to SAVE $150!\xa0\nMore dates and events for 2024 are being added, keep up to date and come see us this year at one of our Live Events!\nReferenced Material:\nOne of life\u2019s biggest stressors - Time Management\nThe envious brain: The neural basis of social comparison\nLife Lessons and Leadership From My Mom