Why Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

24/07/2025 8 min
Why Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

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Episode Synopsis


Joy is lost through comparison and reclaimed through presence. This episode explores how social media, external validation, and subtle self-doubt sabotage our natural joy. You're invited to tune back into your inner rhythm, embrace gratitude, and honor your own sacred path toward happiness.
In this episode, you will learn:

How comparison disrupts inner balance
Why joy lives in the present moment
The link between resentment and self-worth
Gratitude as an antidote to envy
How to reconnect with your own rhythm

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction to joy and happiness
(00:16) The trap of comparison
(01:33) The subtlety of comparison
(02:17) Embracing our unique path
(03:24) The cost of comparison
(04:44) Shifting back to joy
(05:17) The power of gratitude
(05:53) Celebrating life's seasons
(06:41) Guarding against comparison
(07:40) Conclusion and final thoughts

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