Comments on: comparison is a killer. cut it out.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:12:05 +0000

I think it can be harmful to envy "happy people", because they may not be happy on the inside and just appear happy on the facade. Just saying... if you can rid yourself of all envy then you are allowed to be you.

But if you are just striving to be like someone who is inspiring and comfortable in their own skin... striving to be like something, or having goals, are healthy. If you don't have goals or dreams... then what? :)

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By: Danielle LaPorte

Danielle LaPorte — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:55:16 +0000

I'm a Buber fan, thank you so much for this quote - it's a simply beautiful perspective. I've just checked out your site...you're up to some interesting work.

By: Doug Floyd

Doug Floyd — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:11:03 +0000

Great post. Thanks for the good words.
Makes me think of something Martin Buber writes about in "Hasidism and Modern Man." He suggested the Hasidic Jews understood humility as uniqueness and pride as comparison.

He writes, "In each man there is a priceless treasure that is in no other. Therefore, one shall honor each man for the hidden value that only he and none of his comrades has."

By: Auretha Callison

Auretha Callison — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:15:09 +0000

LOVE LOVE LOVE WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND SAYING! I am an Image and Essence Coach and I am all about authenticity!!! YEAH!! Look forward to passing you along on my links...

By: Danielle LaPorte

Danielle LaPorte — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:41:38 +0000

Jeez Louise! Glad it's working for you.
oxo

By: Michelle, When I Grow Up Coach

Michelle, When I Grow Up Coach — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:39:05 +0000

You rock, Danielle. Jeez Louise Louise. Not only do you put into our heads how comparison cripples us, but you offer us ways to stop it. Constructive, positive, empowering ways. You are awesome. That is all.

By: William Burrell

William Burrell — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 18:51:17 +0000

I spent the first half of my life wishing for a "personality transplant." When I gave up, I found that mine was already OK. And that was just fine.

By: Carolynn

Carolynn — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:11:55 +0000

Hey Danielle! Thanks for stopping by my place to leave a note and let me know how to stay connected. I'm looking forward to getting caught up on your new site.