These 26 Things Are Ruinous For Mental Health And You Must Quit Doing Them At Once (2 of 5)

Always comparing yourself with others

We know that to reach such a level of maturity where we are content with our capabilities and not desirous of switching ours with someone else’s is easier said than done. In today’s competitive world, it’s nearly impossible to not get influenced by other’s achievements. However, comparing yourself with your peers doesn’t do you any good. A better approach is to direct your energy towards effectively utilizing your skills to reach higher goals.

Too tight schedule

You are no superhero that you can accomplish one task after the other without taking any intervals to regain your stamina. Jumping cheerfully from hectic office work to getting on to household chores is attainable only in energy drink commercial. Taking short power brakes enhances your effectiveness enabling you to finish responsibilities smoothly without straining your brain or body.

Saying yes to everything

You cannot please everyone. And, even if you could, are you on Earth to make everyone else adore you even though it entails your interests being kicked aside? No. Right? Coercing your mind into accepting any challenge thrown at it drains your positivity and also diminishes your self-worth. Do not hesitate to turn down a dinner invitation if you are longing for some alone time. People are more understanding than the assumption you have of them.

Saying you are okay when you actually aren’t

If you are going through a rough patch, it is fine to sit down with a close one and talk it out. You do not always have to bury all your issues in your brain with a suppressed smile and the usual “I am okay.” Letting it out wouldn’t solve your problem but will make you feel relieved for sure. It would also help in connecting with people who care about you on a better level.

Trying too hard

The world will not come to an end or you will not be fired if you reach office late by a few minutes once in a blue moon. Striving for perfection engulfs you with remorse when something doesn’t turn out one hundred percent the way you expected it to. Stop acting like a devil making the most of every opportunity you get to disparage yourself.