Inferiority is Not Your Friend.

Dear Aspen reader,

Have you ever gone to the gym for a fitness class or hopped on Pinterest to browse recipes and instantly felt the pang of inferiority? It’s so easy, in our day and age, to feel inferior on so many levels. Thank you social media.

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It seems that every time I hop onto Instagram for just a quick second I am lured in and scrolling - instantly comparing myself to what other wives are baking, cooking up and thinking “why didn’t I think of that?” It’s almost as if it’s unavoidable and automatic.

While I don’t have control over what others are posting, here are a few areas in which I do have control (and I’m sure it’s much the same for you):

  • Choosing what my eyes see. I can choose whom I follow or whose profiles I choose to peruse. The “unfollow” button is an option, my friends.

  • Limiting time. Boundaries can be difficult and painful but are one of the best tools for avoiding comparison and feelings of inferiority. Limit time around people who cause you to feel inferior. Surround yourself with encouraging and uplifting people.

  • Alter my thoughts. This one is a biggie. If you’ve done the first two and still find yourself thinking thoughts of inferiority then you need a redirect. Open up a book, a Bible, or find some motivational quotes to get you to a place where positive thinking is at the forefront.

These three simple tips will get you well on your way to fighting feelings of inferiority. Each time you slay the temptation to beat yourself up or feel “less than” you’ll come out feeling stronger than the time before.

In health,

Alecia

Alecia Ritzema