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Live to improve

Pokhara Lake, Nepal

 In today's society, it's common to be constantly bombarded with images and messages of people who seem to have it all together. From social media influencers with perfectly curated feeds to celebrities with seemingly perfect lives, it's easy to fall into the trap of wanting to prove ourselves to others. However, I believe it's much more important to live to improve rather than prove.

Living to prove implies a constant need for external validation. We might feel like we must constantly prove ourselves to others by achieving certain milestones or reaching certain goals. While there's nothing wrong with striving for success, it can be dangerous to base our self-worth solely on the opinions of others. When we live to prove ourselves, we essentially give others control over our lives, which is never a good thing.

On the other hand, living to improve means that we're constantly striving to be better versions of ourselves. We're not focused on what others think of us, but rather on our own personal growth and development. When we live to improve, we set our own standards and goals for success, and we're not swayed by the opinions of others.

Living to improve means that we're always learning and growing. It means we're not afraid to take risks or make mistakes because we know those experiences are growth opportunities. When we live to improve, we're constantly pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones and challenging ourselves to improve.

Living to improve also means that we're more likely to be fulfilled and happy. When we're not constantly trying to prove ourselves to others, we're free to pursue our passions and do the things that bring us joy. We're not weighed down by the pressure to meet external expectations but rather focused on what truly matters to us.

Of course, it's natural to want to be recognized for our accomplishments and feel proud of them. However, we shouldn't let the need for external validation consume us. Instead, we should focus on living to improve and trust that recognition and success will come as a natural byproduct of our hard work and dedication.

Finally, living to improve is a mindset that can lead to a more fulfilling and rewarding life. By focusing on personal growth and development rather than external validation, we can free ourselves from the pressure to prove ourselves to others. When we live to improve, we constantly learn, grow, and push ourselves to improve. So, let's strive to live to improve and trust that the rest will fall into place.



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