Quote by Jonathan Acuff

Pitting your dream against someone else's is a fantastic way to get discouraged and depressed.

Pitting your dream against someone else's is a fantastic way

Summary

This quote highlights the negative consequences of comparing one's own dreams to another person's aspirations. When we constantly measure our own success or worth against someone else, it leads to feelings of discouragement and sadness. Each individual has their own unique path and set of dreams, and trying to live up to someone else's can be detrimental to our self-esteem and overall happiness. It emphasizes the importance of focusing on our own aspirations and not getting caught up in the comparison game.

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Inspirational Dream Career

By Jonathan Acuff

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