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You’ve heard it before—“comparison is the thief of joy.” But is that always true?
In this episode of Resilient with Jessica Boarman, we dig into the psychology behind comparison and how it quietly steals our peace. From social media spirals to invisible scorecards, Jessica unpacks why we compare ourselves, how it impacts our self-worth, and what we can do to stop measuring our lives against someone else’s highlight reel.
She also references a compelling study, “Home Alone: Why People Believe Others’ Social Lives Are Richer Than Their Own” by Sebastian Deri, Shan Davidai, and Thomas Gilovich (Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 2017). This research shows how our comparisons are often skewed, not just because of what others are posting—but because of how our minds are wired.
Whether you’re constantly comparing your body, business, friendships, or home—this episode will leave you with practical tools and encouraging truths to help you live more authentically.
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