Episode 78: The comparison trap: How to stop racing against a fictional version of someone else

✨ Episode summary We’ve all been there: You’re scrolling through someone's page, watching them seemingly win at everything, and you wonder to yourself, “what is wrong with me??” Comparison is one of the most common and most damaging things entrepreneurs do, and almost nobody talks about it honestly. In this episode, I am getting under the hood of why we compare ourselves to others, what it’s actually costing us, and how to flip the script so that competitive energy starts working for you instead of against you. Here's what we're getting into: Why the person you're comparing yourself to is basically fictional The evolutionary reason your brain will never stop comparing Blooper reel vs. highlight reel: the unfair fight you keep losing on purpose Why competitiveness is not a character flaw, just an engine pointing the wrong way Why women apologize for being competitive, and why that needs to stop How to use that sting of envy as data instead of shame Three lessons, one exercise, and the real antidote to comparison If you’ve ever wondered why everyone else seems to be winning while you're still figuring it out, this one’s for you.  📌 Resources & links mentioned NeetoCal — The zero-hassle, ultra-affordable calendar booking tool I use every single day. Ditch those Calendly fees for good. Find your Content Marketing Power Type and build a content strategy around how you actually work. 🔥 Action items 🎧 Subscribe, rate & review to help the show grow. Every bit helps and means the world! Subscribe on your platform of choice: Spotify | Apple | iHeartRadio 👯 Let's be friends! LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook  Curious about growing your business with us? Set up a free 15-minute vibe check Hosted by: Rachel Honeyman Music by: Shmukulele Produced by: Podium Studios  Boldly stalk us: Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube Subscribe to the pod on your podcast platform of choice