We live in a world where we’re constantly fed a newsfeed of trophies. Another promotion. Another award. Another acknowledgement. Another “win.” Comparison is looking at someone’s progress and thinking: they’re better/further along/smarter/stronger/faster than me. Inspiration is looking at someone’s progress and thinking: look what they were able to do, maybe I can do something like that too? I find it easier to by inspired by someone’s words or actions rather than their medals. Medals aren’t bad, but they’re often the catalyst for comparison because they’re designed to emulate a status. Comparison is looking at other people’s progress as the absence of your own. Inspiration is looking at other people’s progress as evidence that it’s possible for you. Know the difference before you scroll 💛
Thank you for this reminder Jess Ekstrom!! You are an inspiration! ✨️
You look fabulous and you’re rocking this thing while raising two babies! I love the way you’ve found a way to step back a little and making room to breathe. 👏🏻👏🏻
Jess Ekstrom, a great reminder that everything shiny isn't gold.
Ya look so beautiful!
Love this!
Excellent Jess Ekstrom! Comparison limits you. Inspiration launches you.
Speaker, Menopause Advocate, Enneagram Coach: Helping midlife women feel seen, heard, and understood so they can show up fully. Workshops and Keynote talks on Menopause in the Workplace and Avoiding Burnout.
1wThis reminds me of how we need to pay attention to envy. It’s usually because someone is doing something we want to do but are too afraid.