I’ve always loved creating and consuming content—it’s one of the ways I connect with the world. But I’ll be the first to admit: I don’t always get the balance right.

There are periods when I consume more than I create, endlessly scrolling through posts, stories, and updates. Right now, though, I’m in a season of focusing on creating more and consuming less.

Why? Because when we create, we step into our power—we own our experiences, share our gifts, and shape our unique stories.

But when we consume too much, it’s easy to fall into the trap of comparison, envy, and self-doubt.

I remember a specific day when this trap caught me. I saw a post by someone I deeply admire—a person whose vision and impact are a perfect blend of business acumen and heartfelt humanity. To me, they were untouchable, and I had even reached out multiple times to share an idea I was proud of.

I heard nothing back.

Instead, I saw them collaborating with others who had different ideas, and it stung. Rejection stings.

No matter how confident we are, rejection has a way of making us feel small, like we’re not enough.

Feel the rejection, then flip it to connection. Connect with your worth, as rejection is only redirection.

For a while, I let that rejection linger. It turned into envy: “Why them and not me?” Then sadness: “What am I doing wrong?”

But eventually, I realized something:

Life happens for us, not to us.

Perhaps this rejection was nudging me to carve my own path. Perhaps it was a reminder to keep working on my idea, trusting that the right partners would show up when the timing was right.

Or maybe it was teaching me to dream bigger—not just for a seat at the table, but for the entire table itself.

For many of us—especially women—this kind of dreaming feels uncomfortable. Society often teaches us to shrink, to settle, to avoid asking for too much. But let me tell you:

You are allowed to want more. You are allowed to take up space.

Still, with great dreams come great responsibilities. New levels bring new devils. And rejection is simply part of the process.

I try to find the silver lining in every experience—even the ones that trigger me. That doesn’t mean I never compare myself to others or feel like I’m not enough. It just means I’ve learned to manage those feelings, to let them guide me instead of consume me.

And that’s exactly what this week’s EQ Oasis theme is all about:

How to stop comparing yourself to others, let go of jealousy, and embrace the truth that you are more than enough.

My Journey With Comparison and Jealousy

For a long time, I wrestled with jealousy—particularly in romantic relationships.

My anxious attachment style, rooted in past abandonment, made me fear losing the people I loved. It wasn’t something I was proud of, but it was part of my journey.

As I worked on healing those wounds, focusing on my self-worth and emotional security, jealousy began to fade.

Here’s what I learned:

When we feel safe and secure within ourselves, there’s no need for jealousy or envy.

Instead of looking outward for validation, we focus on the life we’re building, the journey we’re on, and the connections that enhance our lives.

That’s not to say jealousy disappears completely—it’s a human emotion. But the way we respond to it makes all the difference.

Jealousy can either make us bitter and resentful, or it can become fuel for self-growth.

This week, I want to share the strategies and tools that helped me transform comparison into confidence—and how you can do the same.

From Comparison to Confidence: Six Key Strategies

Here are six practical steps to help you shift from comparing yourself to others to feeling more than enough in your own skin: