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Never being enough/happy

curtbrainfre3z
curtbrainfre3z

Hey guys,


So recently in my life I've felt like no matter what I do there is always someone doing more or someone happier than me. I have always had this thought in the back of my mind but it's only until recently has it been effecting me mentally. Currently I am going to college and I don't see how this life of studying and test taking will really lead to a happy life. I can see how college can lead to a successful life, but happiness seems to be absent from the equation of my life decicons. I envy my friends who are seemlingly living happy lives even though they did not persue a higher education.


Any thoughts or advice on how to help me out of this mental slump? 

Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
Happy and educated are two different things. Both are desirable, but one does not cause the other.

Educate indeed. As for happiness, I suggest you read up on the subject. A lot of people don't know what it is or how to attain it. Do some research, and you will find out.
sonnycamehome
sonnycamehome
It sounds like you're comparing yourself to others. You'll never be content or happy as long as you continue to compare yourself to other people. We only see what other people want us to see on the outside, on their social media profiles, etc...we tend to have no idea what they are struggling with internally. Perhaps try looking inward for joy instead of focusing on what other people are doing.