We can ruefully compare our life to others who appear better off, yet as we’re not aware of their pitfalls, we’re glad for what we have!

I believe it does. Count your blessing not what you lack. You can set goals and work on getting what you need in this life but when you compare yourself to others that’s disheartening.

Yes.. I’ve had to stop myself doing it..

Yeah of course that's human nature and I'm just very thankful my life is far better than most peoples on the planet. I mean I could of been born in a third world country where they're all living in slums or starving or in a war torn hell hole. I could of been born with severe disabilities or other major health issues. I could of been born in a different point in time where we didn't have all the technological and medical advancements we take for granted today.

I mean I know there is always that one in a million who were born even better off, or that someone you know from school who seems to have done more with their lives but there is a hell of a lot more people worse off than you so it helps to look both ways when you compare yourself and what you have, otherwise you will get depressed.
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It doesn't really accomplish anything. Your life is just that, your life. If you are unhappy with your life or with the successes/accomplishments of others, then get up off your butt, stop feeling sorry for yourself and do something about it. You are the one with the power to change your life, so if that's what you want to do, do it!

No

Try to not care what others are doing, what you see on the outside might not be as great in reality as you think.

Don't compare yourself to others, compare where you are now to where you used to be. Despite all the troubles and trauma you've experienced you are a strong capable woman.

You aren't just sitting on your arse waiting for good things to happen, you actively work towards a better future for yourself.

I know "depression head" doesn't help but you are doing okay even if it doesn't always "feel" that way.

i have a pretty good life but i wonder why I am still alone so on that part yes.

On rare occasion, but only for a second. Then I set myself straight.

Sure I do. I think most people do.
Do I think it's healthy? No I do not.

No. Never. I would not want to be rich, famous, etc. I would not want to be one of the popular crowd. I would not want a mansion or fancy cars. Why? Because I've learned that money and material things do not bring happiness. I'd rather be comfortable, roof over my head, my kids and grandkids healthy, and have the love of a special someone.

Please don't do this. Embrace your uniqueness and authenticy to the fullest. Never follow the crowd, but create your own path instead. This mindset will help you get the best out of life. This is your one and only life so make it yours.....

💖 & ✨ to you, along with peace.

Unfortunately. On the other hand, if I didn't maybe I would be disgustingly complacent and unmotivated to improve it.

Hell no!
What's the point in that?

No. I am too busy just handling my own circus to watch anyone else's

That's the problem, I don't compare my life to others, I only live and follow what is guided to me by my ancestors but people from my family seem to compare their lives to me, even though I gave them what they wanted but she still doesn't wanna stop wanting my life.

yep and I go from content and happy to depressed and punching myself up...best to keep your eyes on your own path and follow what makes you happy!! ✨✨

That's a no-win activity

I like to set my own goals and work toward them.

By doing that you'll find yourself slowly pulling ahead of the pack...

Nope, mine is my own. If you knew it all about me, well, something would happen to you fast :-) in short, my reaction should be here: don't do it because it's not worth it

I used to a little bit, I just don’t let it consume me. Happy couples make me envious though.

Don't do that. See what you've got and appreciate it. You'll see someone with a trophy wife/husband and mega bucks and think "What if?" I don't.

No. That’s the quickest way to dissatisfaction. Plus you can never really know how happy other people’s lives are, deep down.

Naw I just compare where I started to where I am