The Comparing Game: Escape The Comparing Paradigm, Embrace Your Own Uniqueness

by Grace Scott

Our perception of the society around us is developed through observation and understanding. We see, meet and communicate with hundreds of people through every phase of our life. More importantly, we learn about other people and through these experiences, we learn about ourselves. This is the theory of comparison. People come to know themselves by evaluating the successes, beliefs and attitudes of the people around them. Be it positive or negative, upward or downward, social and emotional comparison dictates the decisions and beliefs of everyone in today's modern society.

In this book, we attempt to deconstruct the habits and perceptions that lead to the consistent comparison we make in our daily lives. We will discuss the reasons behind this phenomenon and elaborate on it by providing information about the long-term effects of such habits.

41 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 12, 2014

Reviews

[Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting facts & perspectives on how to stop comparing yourself with others.

My favorite part was how they mentioned Social Media and how it is changing our perception of others. It's so easy to think everyone has it all put together when in reality we are all still trying to figure things out.

I will definitely look at the people I am comparing myself with and ask myself why.

I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed it!

[Nicolette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grace Scott has a unique grasp on this issue that effects all of us. She focuses on the negative aspects of constantly comparing ourselves to others. The Comparing Game is full of analysis and tips of how you can avoid these negative effects by embracing your own unique and different qualities. she proves to us that comparing ourselves to others will not bring happiness, in fact it is more likely to bring us only misery. If you are looking to build your self esteem then I suggest taking a look at the Comparing Game , which may help you identify your struggle. I suggest this book for anyone that is interested in sociology, human psychology, or self improvement.

[Meena · Rating 5 out of 5]

To be frank, I didn't know what to think from the cover of this book, so I just bought it out of curiosity. And what a nice surprise! The story explores interactive human behaviour, showing both the good aspect and the not-so-good aspect. It was very dramatic showing how Jamie faced the pain of racism. Although it got my attention right from the start, it got even more interesting when an accidental mixture of vaccine changed the skin colour of people on earth.

I thought the struggles of the lead character was very compelling and the story was fascinating. What a great way to start the year 2015!

[Anchit · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one big fantastic piece of work! The book is written in a very convincing logical way explaining why comparison is not logical. While reading this book some points occurred to me about my own comparisons. This book is soothing and makes you feel better about yourself.

I think the best way to read this book is to write down a few instances where you compare yourself with others; those occassions which make you feel strongly jealous, self-critical or depressing. And as you read this book keep checking which of these points applies to your situation. Sooner or later your comparisons will decrease.

This is a book for long-term-reference. You can read it again and again later.

[Caleb · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've never seen these ideas before. I get the whole "compete with yourself" thing, but this book really drives home that that is the only comparison that makes sense. Look to others for inspiration, but really, look at where you were and where you are now. That is the only accurate yard stick for where your life is headed. Press on the accelerator, work hard, set daily goals, but each year, look at where you were and where you are now to determine if you had a good year. This really resonates with me, and I definitely recommend this short and sweet read to drive home how useful self comparison is and how detrimental it can be to compare your life with that of others.

[Lyn-Holly Dau · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fairly simple read and good look at the way we interact with one another.

[Jon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read

Some great ideas and worth the time reading. As the book says the only competition we must have in life is our own self. Try this book for yourself.

[Bogdan · Rating 4 out of 5]

simple, cool short read