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If we look at the people in this world, we see that hardly anyone leads the exact same life. Some are very wealthy, others are very poor, and some belong to the middle class; furthermore, there are various sub-categories within these broad groups. A closer look reveals that no two individuals in society are truly alike; one person might possess something in abundance while lacking something else, and this disparity manifests in various ways. Things were different in the past; people generally led similar lives, often relying on agriculture as their sole source of income and sustenance. Today, however, people work jobs or run businesses, leading to vastly different circumstances. A high earner might develop expensive tastes, whereas someone earning less faces financial constraints—even if they harbor a desire to spend more, their limited means prevent them from doing so. People today are constantly comparing themselves to their neighbors, friends, and office colleagues. These comparisons stem from a feeling of inadequacy—believing they have less than others—and this habit of measuring themselves against others often takes a heavy toll, causing them to lose the joy of living as they constantly focus on what they lack. Whether it is comparing a small car to a large one, or an old mobile phone to a brand-new model, this cycle of comparison persists across every aspect of life. Even though a person may possess enough—indeed, more than enough—to live a comfortable life without any hardships, they often remain unhappy simply because they compare themselves to others; and therein lies the greatest price of such comparison: the loss of the precious moments of one's own life.
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Let’s consider two individuals, Person A and Person B. They have been close friends since childhood, attending the same school and college, before eventually entering different professional fields. Person A has a well-paying job and earns more than Person B; however, Person B also has a good job—earning enough to live a comfortable life without any want. Person A already owned a car but decided to buy a second one—a 7-seater—so his entire family (consisting of seven members) could travel together. Upon seeing Person A's new vehicle, Person B began making comparisons. He felt that since A had bought a new car, he too should sell his old one and upgrade, even though his current 5-seater was perfectly adequate for his family of five. Driven by the urge to compare, he disregarded this logic and set about arranging the funds. He approached a bank, secured a loan, and purchased a new car. After acquiring the new vehicle, he felt that the grounds for comparison had been eliminated, as he now owned the same type of car as Person A.
The trouble began when the individual started comparing himself to others. Before buying the car, he didn't pause to consider what he would do with such a large vehicle—especially since he already owned an older one—or what actual benefit the new car would bring. That was his first mistake; the second was taking out a loan at a high interest rate. While banks readily grant such loans, the resulting monthly installments are so steep that the total amount paid far exceeds the car's actual value. These monthly payments eat into one's budget for other expenses; since monthly income is usually fixed, an unexpected financial burden makes it difficult to manage or control other necessary costs. This is where the person feels the deepest regret, as the act of comparison robs him of happiness—a realization that often dawns too late. Consider "Person B," who bought a large car but then had to handle its maintenance and associated costs; expenses accrue whether the car is being driven or simply sitting idle. One must be prudent about making comparisons, as the habit can steal one's joy and prevent one from truly appreciating what one already possesses. Had he not compared himself to others, he could have happily enjoyed life with his family—taking trips together in a single vehicle and sharing many experiences. Instead, the comparison saddled him with a heavy loan burden and forced cutbacks on other essential expenses, as it is nearly impossible to manage all these costs on a limited salary.
The conclusion is that everyone’s life circumstances differ, and each person grows up in a unique environment. Just because a friend has been with you since childhood or a colleague has worked alongside you for years, it does not mean you will share everything in common; after all, situations can vary. In such a scenario, comparing oneself to others is the height of foolishness. Comparison involves turning away from one's own happiness to scrutinize another person's life and measure one's own against it; this leads a person into a cycle of constant competition. While we can certainly learn a great deal from a successful and wealthy individual and apply those lessons to our own lives, constantly comparing yourself to others prevents you from enjoying your own precious moments—moments that hold a value one truly comes to appreciate only later in life.
These are the small things one needs to understand; once a person grasps this, they stop making constant comparisons. They begin to accept what they have and live a peaceful life. The key is to remain content with what one has while always striving to make today better than yesterday.
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