Quick Write – Comparison
Answer the following questions:
1.
Do you consider comparing yourself with others as a mostly negative or
positive trait? Whatever you answered, play devil’s advocate and argue
why the opposite could be true.
2.
How do you see yourself as compared with your friends? Other
members of your family? Who inspires you to try harder, and who
makes you feel like you just want to give up? Explain your answers.
3.
When you become aware that you’re comparing yourself negatively
with someone else, what strategies do you use to balance your
feelings?
4.
When you feel good about yourself, are you more or less inclined to
compare yourself with others? Explain your answer.
1.
Complete the following sentence: “Comparing myself to others is …”