Psychology does not encourage people to avoid inspiration or disregard the achievements of others. Rather, research suggests that self-worth tends to be more resilient and healthy when it is grounded in personal values, individual goals and ongoing growth instead of constant comparisons with other people's accomplishments.

Psychology does not suggest that confidence comes from completely avoiding comparisons with others. Instead, self-confidence tends to grow when people measure themselves against…

Psychology does not encourage people to avoid inspiration or disregard the achievements of others. Rather, research suggests that self-worth tends to be more resilient and healthy…