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1. Stop comparing yourself to others.

Comparing yourself to others is a surefire way to bring down your self-esteem and make you feel bad about yourself. It’s also a waste of time because you’re comparing apples to oranges.

Everyone has their own unique talents and strengths, so there’s no use in trying to compare yourself to others.

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