# Stop Comparing Yourself- The Habit Sabotaging Your Health That You're Not Thinking About

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Podcast: [About Health and Hormones](https://stenobird.com/podcast/about-health-and-hormones-6620336)
Published: 2026-07-07T09:15:00+00:00
Episode link: https://healthandhormonesla.captivate.fm
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Comparison has become so normal that many of us don't realize the toll it's taking on our health. I unpack why constantly measuring yourself against other people—especially on social media—can quietly increase stress, rob you of peace, and make it harder to trust yourself. I also share practical ways to break the comparison cycle so you can focus on your own health journey with confidence. Listen in to hear me share: Why comparison is a normal human instinct—but social media has taken it to an unhealthy extreme. How comparing yourself in areas like appearance, motherhood, fertility, career, and health habits increases stress and anxiety. The hidden factors—genetics, environment, finances, childcare, support systems, and access to healthcare—that make comparisons unfair. How comparison creates chronic stress, decision fatigue, and causes you to lose confidence in your own intuition. Practical strategies to stop comparing, spend less time scrolling, cultivate gratitude, clarify your personal health values, and focus on progress over perfection. +so much more. Connect with Lauren: Get my FREE PCOS Guide here Join the Empowered Path to Pregnancy here Instagram Work With Me Thank you so much for listening to the About Health and Hormones Podcast! If you loved today’s episode, I would love to know! Please leave a rating and review so I can make this podcast even better for you all. I would love to connect with you. I’m so glad you were here today, and I wish you all health and happiness! This episode was edited and produced by Intent Media. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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