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What does it mean?
Comparison disrupts acceptance of reality and inner peace.
In plain terms
Stop comparing to find peace.
What can you take from it?
Accept reality without comparison.

Where it applies

  • daily life
  • self improvement
  • conflict resolution

Putting it to work

  • practice non comparison
  • accept current state
  • reduce judgment

Questions to consider

  • What do you gain from comparing?

Another view

Comparison can sometimes motivate improvement.

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