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Why Is Everyone Else's Life So Much Better Than Mine?

Janelle Ryan Season 1 Episode 2

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If you’ve ever scrolled Instagram and suddenly felt like everyone else is winning at life - promotions, holidays, glowing skin, well-behaved children - while you’re over here doing your best with a lukewarm coffee… welcome. You’re in the right place.

In this episode, I share Emily’s heartfelt question about comparison and envy, and together we explore why your brain is literally designed to compare. We’ll unpack Maslow’s hierarchy (don’t worry, no exam at the end), the biology behind envy, and why social media is the perfect storm for making you feel like you’re 'not enough'.

You’ll walk away with practical tools, clarity and maybe even a sigh of relief.

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