Comparing yourself with others in CAT preparation?: Don't Compare

Do Not Compare

Don't compare yourself to others when it comes to CAT test preparation. Your study habits, how much of the CAT curriculum you've studied, how well you've prepared, and so on. Make sure to give it your all, but comparing yourself to others can make you feel even more worried.

We're all guilty of comparing ourselves to others, even if we try not to. "I wish I dressed like so-and-so" or "I wish I was as wealthy as they" are examples of comparisons.

Although this is often unconscious, it is critical to attempt to learn ourselves to stop. While comparing ourselves to others might encourage us to improve, it can also lead to negative ideas.

Despite what your professors may have taught you, your test grades are not the most important thing in the world, and they do not determine your value or intelligence.

So, if your test results aren't precisely what you expected and your pals have done really well, try not to get envious. Check out our top reasons why comparing your grades to those of others isn't a good idea.

You're setting yourself up for failure if you're always deficient- Constantly comparing your accomplishments to those of your classmates might lead to poor self-esteem. There will always be someone who is subjectively "doing better" than you in life, and judging yourself by such criteria will never make you feel good about yourself. This might lead to a downward loop of abandoning aspirations because you believe you'll never be good enough.

You stand out from the crowd! - "You only have so much time; don't squander it living someone else's life." Don't get caught up in dogma — live with the outcomes of other people's thinking. Allowing the loudness of other people's ideas to drown out your own inner voice is not a good idea." — said Steve Jobs, in his Stanford graduating address.

As a result, life is all about progress- Our own objectives should be the ultimate yardstick by which we judge how far we've come. On the contrary, we often use others' accomplishments as a yardstick, implying that we are attempting to emulate them, which Jobs vehemently discouraged. So, the next time you see someone do better on an exam than you, don't feel bad about yourself and keep your spirits up. Your aim wasn't to beat everyone else to the finish line but to be there.

Why do I find myself comparing myself to others?

Humans are social animals, and comparison has been a part of our culture for millennia.

We are constantly bombarded with postings about what we lack on social media sites such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. These applications are comparison traps that cause us to second-guess ourselves about many elements of our life.

It's easy to lose sight of the fact that social media serves as a highlight reel for other people's life. We see them at their finest, but we seldom see them at their worst.

We often compare our less desirable features to the finest qualities of others, skewing our assessment.

What impact does comparison have on my life?

Unhappiness and poor self-esteem result from excessive comparing. We grow irritated with ourselves or furious with others because we "aren't good enough."

Here are some instances of real-life comparisons:

You pass another lady on the street and think to yourself, "I wish I was as beautiful as her."
You see a celebrity post about their exercise on Instagram and think to yourself, "If only my physique looked like his."
You can't help but think to yourself, "She's a much better public speaker than I am," when a colleague gives a presentation.
Continued comparisons might lead to feelings of envy, irritation, and pessimism. Chronic anxiety and sadness may result from such behaviour if left untreated.
People may hunt for others' flaws to make themselves feel better in order to avoid comparisons. This is just as bad as hating yourself for what you don't have or how you don't appear.

What should I do if I don't want to compare myself to others?

Focus on improving yourself and strengthening your confidence to break the comparing habit. Try to break your mind's habit of making unpleasant comparisons. Instead, strive for compassion and a positive outlook. It's a lot of effort, but it pays off in the end.

Be mindful of the negative consequences. Take note of the negative consequences of comparing yourself to others. Remove it from the inside out to undo the harm this thinking has caused you.
Recognize your own accomplishments. You have a distinct viewpoint supported by unique experiences and talents, whether you're a writer, singer, doctor, gardener, mother, or student. You are capable of loving, serving, and contributing. You have all you need to make a positive difference in your little corner of the globe. With that possibility in front of you, become acutely conscious of your previous accomplishments. And find inspiration in them to pursue your goals even farther.
Aspire to do bigger and better things in life. Love, humility, empathy, selflessness, and generosity are some of the world's greatest assets that are concealed from view. There is no quantification in these greater endeavours. Desire them beyond everything else, and you'll be able to break free from society's idea of success.
Be less competitive and more appreciative. Competition may be acceptable in certain situations, but it is not one of them. We've all been brought together in this precise location on this particular planet at this exact time. And the sooner we stop trying to "win" against others, the sooner we can start collaborating to find it out. To overcome the tendency of competitiveness, the first and most crucial step is to regularly praise and thank the contributions of others.
Make thankfulness a habit. Gratitude always drives us to appreciate what we already have in our lives.
Keep in mind that no one is flawless. While dwelling on the negatives is seldom as beneficial as dwelling on the positives, there is value in recognizing that no one is flawless and no one lives a pain-free existence. Triumph necessitates the surmounting of a challenge. And everyone is going through something, whether or not you are close enough to notice
Go for a stroll. Get up and change your surroundings the next time you feel yourself comparing yourself to others. Take a stroll, even if it's only around the corner. Allow the change in your environment to spark a shift in your mindset.
Seek inspiration without comparing yourself to others. It's pointless to compare our life to those of others. Finding inspiration and learning from others, on the other hand, is a good decision. Make a concerted effort to grasp the distinction. Inquire humbly of those you respect or read biographies for inspiration. If, on the other hand, the comparison is a regular occurrence in your life, keep track of which attitudes result in good development and which ones have a bad impact.
Make a comparison with yourself. We should aspire to be the finest versions of ourselves possible, not just for our personal benefit but also for the benefit and contribution we may provide to others. Make an effort to look for yourself on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Make a commitment to improving a little bit every day. Also, instead of comparing yourself to others, learn to appreciate the little victories you achieve.

It's a pity we ever participate in comparing since it has so many harmful consequences. For the most part, though, the fight is genuine. It doesn't have to be, thankfully. And the freedom that comes with comparing fewer things is well worth the effort.

Keep your attention, and don't be distracted by what others are doing. Stop comparing yourself to others; they've taken a different road and used a different method.

Here are some suggestions to keep you motivated:

When you're preparing, don't worry about the end outcome. Have fun on your adventure!
Do not compare your fake test results to those of others. You're the only one who can beat you. Simply make sure that your performance is improving all of the time. If not, focus on one of your weak points at a time.
Continue to pursue your hobbies. It refreshes you and helps you break the monotony of your daily routine. Make sure your pastime has nothing to do with CAT!
Finally, consider the CAT to be nothing more than a test. Keep an open mind to various possibilities. In addition to the CAT, take several MBA entry tests. You'll be hedging your bets while also relieving yourself of needless stress. Also, don't put your job (if you're employed) or your course studies (if you're a full-time student) on hold for the CAT. It is, after all, one of the most unexpected admission exams. Make sure you're not putting all your eggs in one basket!

Instead of competing with others, learn to compete with yourself.

Instead of concentrating on how you compare to others, concentrate on your own objectives. Where are you now in comparison to where you were last year at this time? Or how about five years ago?

You've grown, learnt, stretched, improved, achieved, and produced in the last year. Consider how much you've accomplished in your lifetime! Go through your diaries if you're like me and have kept them. There's no better time than now to start journaling if you haven't already.

According to the National Council of Education Research and Training (NCERT), teachers and parents should not "label" kids based on their performance or compare their grades to those of others. "Evaluation is often thought of as labelling or comparing children's performance against one another via marks, grades, or other ways by pointing out their flaws, which simply humiliates them and decreases their self-esteem."

DON'T Compare Yourself to Others