if you struggle with social comparison, watch this. episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 11 MIN

if you struggle with social comparison, watch this.

from Soul Salon with Ayandastood

🎨 Join SoulCraft, the creative community for soul-led visionaries ready to overcome the fear of being seen, finish creative projects, and turn your ideas into reality: https://www.skool.com/soulcraft If you've ever found yourself scrolling through social media feeling like everyone else is winning while you're falling behind, if comparison has ever stolen your joy, dimmed your light, or made you question your worthiness — today’s Soul Session is heart-made for you. In today's Soul Session, we explore the painful yet profoundly human experience of social comparison and how it keeps us trapped in unworthiness, perfectionism, and the illusion that someone else's success is evidence of our failure. This episode is a love letter to your inner child who asks, "Why not me?" and an invitation to creative reparenting, where you learn to love yourself even when external validation isn't pouring in. We dive into a surprising shift about comparison you may not have considered before, as well as a powerful practice to help you hold compassion for both yourself and others. We also explore the trap of perfectionism and how it keeps us from sharing our gifts with the world. In a beautiful meta moment, this episode itself became a lesson in imperfection. I almost didn't share this recording because I thought it wasn't "good enough." But I'm sharing it anyway — to remind you that your work does not need to be perfect to be worthy, generous, and needed. Key Topics Explored: ✨ Removing shame from the experience of social comparison ✨ The inner child's cry: "Why not me?" ✨ Creative reparenting and unconditional self-love ✨ Embracing imperfection and showing up anyway Next Steps: 💖 Get the FREE Soulful Visibility Guide to help you overcome the fear of being SEEN: https://ayandastood.com/ 🎨 Join SoulCraft, the Creative Community, where heart-led visionaries turn creative visions into embodied realities: https://www.skool.com/soulcraft 🫂 Join the FREE Soul Salon Collective and meet fellow soul siblings from all over the world 🌍: https://www.skool.com/soul-salon-collective-7003 #socialcomparison #perfectionism #unworthiness #innerchildhealing #creativereparenting #spiritualawakening #comparisonthief #selflove #soulfulvisibility #creativehealing #ayandastood #soulcraft #humanexperience #compassion #imperfection Follow me on socials: ✨ TikTok: @ayandastood https://www.tiktok.com/@ayandastood ✨ IG: @ayandastood https://www.instagram.com/ayandastood/ ✨ YouTube: @ayandastood https://www.youtube.com/@ayandastood ✨ Website: www.ayandastood.com Soul Session 93

🎨 Join SoulCraft, the creative community for soul-led visionaries ready to overcome the fear of being seen, finish creative projects, and turn your ideas into reality: https://www.skool.com/soulcraft If you've ever found yourself scrolling through social media feeling like everyone else is winning while you're falling behind, if comparison has ever stolen your joy, dimmed your light, or made you question your worthiness — today’s Soul Session is heart-made for you. In today's Soul Session, we explore the painful yet profoundly human experience of social comparison and how it keeps us trapped in unworthiness, perfectionism, and the illusion that someone else's success is evidence of our failure. This episode is a love letter to your inner child who asks, "Why not me?" and an invitation to creative reparenting, where you learn to love yourself even when external validation isn't pouring in. We dive into a surprising shift about comparison you may not have considered before, as well as a powerful practice to help you hold compassion for both yourself and others. We also explore the trap of perfectionism and how it keeps us from sharing our gifts with the world. In a beautiful meta moment, this episode itself became a lesson in imperfection. I almost didn't share this recording because I thought it wasn't "good enough." But I'm sharing it anyway — to remind you that your work does not need to be perfect to be worthy, generous, and needed. Key Topics Explored: ✨ Removing shame from the experience of social comparison ✨ The inner child's cry: "Why not me?" ✨ Creative reparenting and unconditional self-love ✨ Embracing imperfection and showing up anyway Next Steps: 💖 Get the FREE Soulful Visibility Guide to help you overcome the fear of being SEEN: https://ayandastood.com/ 🎨 Join SoulCraft, the Creative Community, where heart-led visionaries turn creative visions into embodied realities: https://www.skool.com/soulcraft 🫂 Join the FREE Soul Salon Collective and meet fellow soul siblings from all over the world 🌍: https://www.skool.com/soul-salon-collective-7003 #socialcomparison #perfectionism #unworthiness #innerchildhealing #creativereparenting #spiritualawakening #comparisonthief #selflove #soulfulvisibility #creativehealing #ayandastood #soulcraft #humanexperience #compassion #imperfection Follow me on socials: ✨ TikTok: @ayandastood https://www.tiktok.com/@ayandastood ✨ IG: @ayandastood https://www.instagram.com/ayandastood/ ✨ YouTube: @ayandastood https://www.youtube.com/@ayandastood ✨ Website: www.ayandastood.com Soul Session 93

NOW PLAYING

if you struggle with social comparison, watch this.

0:00 11:58

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

MG Show MG Show The MG Show, hosted by Jeffrey Pedersen and Shannon Townsend, is a leading alternative media platform dedicated to uncovering the truth behind today’s most pressing political issues. Launched in 2019, the show has grown exponentially, offering unfiltered insights, comprehensive research, and real-time analysis. With a commitment to independent journalism and factual integrity, the MG Show empowers its audience with knowledge and encourages active participation in the political discourse. French Your Way Jessica: Native French teacher founder of French Your Way Boost your French listening skills and test your comprehension with this one of a kind series of podcasts. Get the chance to listen to a real conversation between native speakers talking at normal speed AND customise your learning experience through carefully designed sets of questions (2 levels of difficulty) available for download at www.frenchvoicespodcast.com. All interviews also come with the transcript. French teacher Jessica interviews native speakers of French from around the world who share a bit of their life and passion. Where else would you meet in one same place a French yoga teacher based in Melbourne, a soap manufacturer from Provence, or a couple cycling around the world? That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding That Hoarder Hoarding disorder is stigmatised and people who hoard feel vast amounts of shame. This podcast began life as an audio diary, an anonymous outlet for somebody with this weird condition. That Hoarder speaks about her experiences living with compulsive hoarding, she interviews therapists, academics, researchers, children of hoarders, professional organisers and influencers, and she shares insight and tips for others with the problem. Listened to by people who hoard as well as those who love them and those who work with them, Overcome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder aims to shatter the stigma, share the truth and speak openly and honestly to improve lives. The Small Business Startup School – Business Notes | Financial Literacy | Retail Psychology – For Professionals & Entrepreneurs The Small Business Startup School Inc. Starting or buying a small business? While personal circumstances may vary, business patterns remain timeless. On The Small Business Startup School, we explore strategies, insights, and practical solutions to help entrepreneurs confidently navigate their journey.Hosted by Ola Williams—a retail entrepreneur, fintech founder, and financial coach with over two decades of experience—this podcast marries financial awareness and retail psychology with optimism to deliver actionable takeaways.Join us to learn, grow, and connect as we uncover the keys to business success.Let’s continue to learn together and be encouraged to keep on connecting!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Soul Salon with Ayandastood?

This episode is 11 minutes long.

When was this Soul Salon with Ayandastood episode published?

This episode was published on March 24, 2026.

What is this episode about?

🎨 Join SoulCraft, the creative community for soul-led visionaries ready to overcome the fear of being seen, finish creative projects, and turn your ideas into reality: https://www.skool.com/soulcraft If you've ever found yourself scrolling...

Can I download this Soul Salon with Ayandastood episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!