How to stop comparing yourself to other people
1. Accept where you are in your life right now.
In fact, don’t just accept it. Celebrate it. You made it this far from where you started and that’s incredible.
2. Do a digital detox.
That constant scrolling might be leading to you thinking that everyone has it more together than you when in reality, you’re just seeing the highlight reels, it’s not the full story.
3. Learn something new that will get you closer to your goals.
Everything you want to achieve is within your power if you’re willing to commit to your growth. So learn new skills and implement them.
4. Confront that negative voice in your head telling you you’re not enough.
It is wrong. You are enough. You always were enough. You will always be enough.
5. Let go of the need for material goods to define your happiness.
It’s awesome to feel comfortable enough to buy the things you want. But possessions are not a substitute for meaningful self love. In fact, it can often be a distraction.
an update from justin on the future of SoCurious
I feel like I’m entering a new season of creative evolution. And with that change, I want to continue to grow and evolve this newsletter and the SoCurious brand.
A few things to expect:
- Before the end of the year, I want to take the first steps to transition SoCurious from an inspirational platform to being a short-form education platform. For me, this means teaching bite-sized courses on personal development, creativity, and launching a side hustle. But I’d also like to go deep on the bigger philosophical questions of meaning, purpose, and belonging.
- In conjunction with that, later this year, I plan to release a new self-paced course that expands on the content of the Reset Workbook
- And finally, this month, I will release new art prints and cards in the online shop
While it’s still early days on the expansion, YOU are a meaningful part of this community and I want you to be the first to know about the small and big changes I’m aiming for over the coming months.
To help with that transition, I’ve got a question: what’s one course you’d like me to teach? (It can literally be anything)
Link Love #011
Photographer Rose-Lynn Fisher captures tears of grief, joy, laughter and irritation in extreme detail
I’m obsessed with this TikTokers personal style. Think bold colors and interesting silhouettes.
I just finished Really Good, Actually by Monica Heisey. It’s laugh-out-loud funny, while also being painfully awkward. This debut novel is about a woman’s search for meaning after an unexpected breakup. #relatable
I did not go see Beyonce’s Renaissance tour. But I recently rewatched what I like to call: Beyonce giving the best powerpoint presentation of all time. Skip to the 3:00 minute mark.
I made a video about all of the resets I’ve had in my life and my framework for reseting your life in 7 not-so-easy steps.
it’s absolutely okay to make mistakes
You have permission to make mistakes
To be messy and imperfect
To say the wrong thing
To do the wrong thing
To be misunderstood.
Because those mistakes might just be an opportunity to grow
Here’s an honest ranking of all of the Nintendo Switch games I own
Here’s my collection of Nintendo Switch games, complete with personal ratings for each. To provide some insight, I lean away from shooting games and platformers like Super Mario Brothers. Instead, my preferences align more with story-driven adventures, narrative puzzle games, and intriguing mysteries. This is the perfect list for cozy gamers looking for something new and fun to try.
Overboard: In this thrilling narrative adventure, you play as a cunning actress who has just committed murder on a ship, and you must cleverly manipulate the passengers and crew to escape suspicion and justice. I still haven’t won, but I’m genuinely enjoying replaying this game. 8/10
Tangle Tower: Enter a mysterious mansion on a secluded hilltop and solve a murder like no other. Unravel the twisted relationships of the intriguing inhabitants and decipher perplexing clues to uncover the truth. The music in this game is spectacular. And I beat it in a weekend.
9/10
Down in Bermuda: Embark on an enchanting puzzle-solving journey as you guide a shipwrecked aviator through a series of captivating islands filled with mind-bending challenges, magical mysteries, and quirky characters. The only downside, I don’t really like the art so I don’t play it as much. 6/10
Old Man’s Journey: Join an elderly adventurer on an emotional odyssey as he sets out to reconcile with his past. Navigate through breathtaking landscapes by manipulating the terrain, revealing memories, and uncovering his life story. I love the way this game looks, but the game interface is still confusing. 3/10
Lost in Play: Immerse yourself in a whimsical world filled with creative puzzles and interactive toys. Explore this delightful playground, where curiosity and imagination are your best companions. This is my favorite game I’ve played in my entire life thus far. It made me so happy. 10/10
Agent A: Step into the stylish shoes of Agent A, a secret agent on a mission to apprehend the enigmatic enemy spy, Ruby La Rouge. Solve intricate puzzles, explore a mid-century modern world, and outsmart your cunning adversary to save the day. While I don’t love the art, I fully love the premise and the game mechanics. It took a few weeks to beat this one, but I loved every minute of it. 9/10
Jenny LeClue: Dive into a charming, coming-of-age mystery adventure where you play as Jenny, an aspiring young detective determined to uncover the truth behind a series of puzzling events in her seemingly peaceful town. This was one of my favorite games I’ve played. The narration of the characters is phenomenal. 9/10
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: Join Scott Pilgrim and his friends in this retro-inspired beat ’em up game as they battle Ramona Flowers’ seven evil exes to win her heart, all while rocking out to the iconic chiptune soundtrack. This is surprisingly difficult and I usually end the gameplay drenched in sweat. 7/10
Fall Guys: Experience the whimsical chaos of a battle royale game like no other, where jellybean-shaped contestants compete in zany obstacle courses, wild mini-games, and outrageous challenges to become the last Fall Guy standing. A fun way to spend 20-30 minutes. It’s also free. 8/10
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