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In a world of social media, we are often forced to compare ourselves to others. This leads to unnecessary negativity, harmful mindsets, and a number of other side effects that are damaging to our health and well being. Comparing yourself to others also hinders your ability to overcome obstacles. Most people don't think of this side effect, but it is true. Whenever you compare yourself to others, you are living by their standards, not your own. When this happens, you often create more obstacles than you solve. That's because it is impossible to live by a standard if it doesn't come from within. You will feel a lot of anxiety, stress, and other negative feelings whenever you do this. Instead of comparing yourself to others, it is more helpful to compare your current self to your past self. Looking at your past self will show you how far you've come and that there is no need to feel self-critical. On the flip side, looking at your past self may motivate you to become better and realign your life with your actual ideals. Whenever an obstacle comes your way, it is important to keep a clear and focused mind. You cannot see the whole picture of anyone else’s life. Only focus on yourself and your needs when overcoming an obstacle because that is all you can do.