Dear Readers,
Today, I want to talk about something that many of us experience but don't always address—social media and the impact of constant comparisons on our self-esteem. It’s easy to get caught up in the highlight reels we see on our feeds: the successes, the perfect family moments, and the seemingly flawless lives others are living. But how does it make us feel when we don't measure up, or when we don’t share as much about our own lives? I’ve been there, questioning if I’m doing enough, or if something is wrong because my life doesn’t look like what’s being posted. And I want to take a moment to reflect on this journey with you, share my experience, and remind us all that we don’t need to measure ourselves by the highlight reels of others.Let’s explore this together, and maybe even find some peace in the process.
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I’ve been thinking a lot lately about social media and how it affects the way I see myself. Every time I open my feed, it’s filled with posts about people’s successes, their happy families, and all the milestones they’re celebrating. For a while, it made me wonder if something was wrong with me. I don’t share much about my own life on social media, so I started questioning: Does that mean I’m a failure? Am I missing something that everyone else seems to have?
Seeing all those perfect snapshots made me feel like I wasn’t measuring up, like I was falling behind. It seemed like everyone else had it all together—happy families, career wins, and milestones to boast about. But me? I was just living my quiet, day-to-day life. And I couldn’t help but wonder if that meant I wasn’t doing enough or wasn’t good enough.
So, I decided to take a step back. I needed to give myself a break from the constant noise and comparison. I started detoxing from social media, and instead, I picked up something simple—crochet and embroidery. At first, it felt a bit like an escape, but over time, it became something much more. It was a way to reconnect with myself, to feel grounded and at peace. There were no likes or comments, just the soothing rhythm of the needle and thread. It helped me focus on something that was just for me.
And in doing that, I realized something important: I don’t need to post about my life to prove my worth. I don’t need to compare my behind-the-scenes to everyone else’s highlight reel. My journey is mine, and it’s okay if it doesn’t look like anyone else’s. I’m enough, even if no one else sees my progress or celebrates it publicly.
If you ever feel the same way—like you’re falling behind because your life doesn’t look as glamorous as someone else’s on social media—remember this: you’re not alone. Your worth isn’t in the posts you share or the picture-perfect moments you see online. It’s in the quiet growth, the small wins, and the things that bring you true joy, even if they’re only seen by you.
On a Happy Note : I want to say no offense to anyone who enjoys sharing their day-to-day moments—there’s nothing wrong with celebrating your life. But I also want to remind myself and others that life isn’t just about what we post online. We don’t need social media to define our worth or measure our success. Our value comes from within, from the quiet moments, the growth, and the little victories that no one else might see. So let’s celebrate our unique journeys, whether they’re shared with the world or just cherished privately. We’re all on our own beautiful paths, and that’s enough.
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