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The hidden price of envy
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Hi! When I think back to the start of my career, I remember how I used to constantly compare myself
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Hi!
When I think back to the start of my career, I remember how I used to constantly compare myself to other people. And when it came to starting my own company - I used to compare that to other companies, too!
Now, while comparing yourself to others can seem like a natural thing, itâs a path riddled with hidden pitfalls.
What do I mean by this?
Well, inevitably, once you start looking at others to see how well theyâre doing - youâll find plenty of people doing better than you. In an ideal world, youâd use their success and achievements to help motivate yourself. However, in the real world, most of us fall victim to a sickness called envy!
And envy can destroy your dreams.
What begins as healthy competition can quickly turn into an obsessive focus on other people and companies. You see their wins over and over in your mind. You want what they have. But when you canât get it - you become jealous, bitter and resentful.
I used to suffer from envy; and, at that time, I paid a price for it. Fortunately, I discovered some simple ways to overcome envy. These methods helped guide me in a positive direction and reduce the undesirable feelings I once endured.
The first thing that helped me defeat envy was to realize that:
There will always be someone smarter, better or stronger than you.
After coming to that realization, it became clear to me that what you focus on determines your success. The secret, then, is to:
Keep your focus on your goals and vision.
Is envy eating into your life? If yes, adopt the two techniques above, and youâll shortly be able to wave goodbye to envy - and its detrimental effects on you.
You can find more of my thoughts on this topic by reading my article:
[The Cost of Envy](
Has envy had an impact on your life? If so, Iâd love to hear from you. Feel free to [share your thoughts or experiences](=) with me.
Cheers!
- Leon
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