Comparison is the thief of joy

My husband and I were out taking a walk yesterday when he ran into a friend he works with. When we all parted ways, Judd mentioned to me that either him or his friend are always the last people done at work. Judd always feels better when he's not the last one.

I happened to say, "Comparison is the thief of joy."

He had never heard this before and I was really surprised.

When we see something in someone else that shows us how we would like to be, we start comparing our jobs, relationships, houses, looks, etc. to theirs. Comparison steals us away from satisfaction with our own lives.

What can we do? First of all, have compassion for yourself. Even when there are things that we'd like to change about ourselves, there are always good qualities too. That's what makes each of us unique. If someone doesn't like it, they're not your person.

Second, we only see one perspective when we look at others lives. Cue Facebook here, where everyone has the best relationship, job, friends, parties, you get the idea. That's only one side that we see and not the whole picture.

Next, take action. Let something that you admire about someone else be your push to pursue what you want.

Finally, don't let fear paralyze you. Be courageous and step beyond your fears to experience life fully.

All of these will make comparison less relevant. Focus on your goals and you will be more satisfied with your own life.

Join us for a regular class schedule this week. Shout out to everyone that spends their Saturday's Kickboxing with me. You are all amazing and the energy and enthusiasm that you bring is awesome. You guys rock!!

Join Chris on Thursday nights at 6:30pm for Yin Yoga. Single rate for this class is only $7 for the rest of June and July. No discount code needed.

Please register for all classes at least an hour in advance.

See you this week,

Lisa