The Toxicity of Comparison
“Soon, very soon,” I’d tell myself every time I’d scroll through Instagram. Friends studying abroad posted glamorous photos of their travels in places all over the world from England to Greece. My cluttered desk with a plastic bag of dirt underneath (don’t ask) along with stray Cheerios that hadn’t made it to the trash can reminded me that my life is far from Insta-perfect. But I knew I’d be leaving for France soon, and adventures were just waiting for me across the Pond. And it’s true; I’ve experienced many adventures. But many have been more like riding a rollercoaster...