How You Can Stop the Struggle with Comparison – 002
We ladies can’t seem to stop the struggle. The one where we compare ourselves to every.other.woman.around us. We’ve been doing it for a very long time. But, there’s hope! In this episode, Darlene and Julie discuss three ways we compare ourselves, and real ways to stop.
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Research and studies we mentioned:
The Dove Global Beauty and Confidence Report
Darlene shared about Anxiety UK’s study about social media behavior.
The same study is discussed by Huff Post here!
Body confidence and all body types are shared and appreciated by the Brand Aerie, we think you’ll be encouraged if you follow them on Instagram
Articles We Mentioned or Know You’ll Love
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Dear SAHM: I See You and Want You to Know These 8 Things
Dear Stay-at-Home Mom,
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Can You Start a Career Later in Life? Absolutely.
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How to Crush Comparison With a Compliment
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Quote of the episode:
“You wouldn’t worry so much about what other people think of you if realized how seldom they do” – Eleanor Roosevelt
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